The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) released its 50 Fastest Women-owned/led list, which showcases 50 of the fastest-growing companies owned or led by women. The companies generated a combined $4.96 billion in revenue last year. Two promotional products companies, Boost Technologies LLC, Dayton, Ohio; and Overture Promotions, Vernon Hills, Ill., made the list at No. 39…
Read MoreFitbit Data Shows Woman Lied About Sexual Assault
Last week, we learned that, for the first time in medical history, doctors used a patient’s Fitbit to make a crucial decision regarding treatment. It turned out to save the man’s life in the end.…
Read MoreDrake Generates Album Hype with Pop-up Merchandise Shop
With Drake’s new album, “Views from the 6,” set to drop April 29, fans eagerly are devouring any information the artist supplies. Earlier this week, Drake announced a cryptic message on Twitter, indicating fans should stop by a specific address in New York City at 4 p.m. April…
Read MoreDid the Flyers Scrap Another Wristband Giveaway?
Yesterday, we reported on how Philadelphia Flyers fans vented their frustrations by throwing commemorative wristbands onto the ice. As a result, it looks like the Flyers organization…
Read MoreThe Power of Unisex Uniforms
In a previous blog post, I delved into the details and advancements of several “genderless” clothing lines in the retail world. Now, it seems the military also is looking into creating “genderless” uniforms. Recently, the Navy has used uniforms as…
Read MoreDynamic Drinkware and National Graphics Settle Patent Dispute
We’ve been following this souvenir cup court case pretty closely, and it seems like there might finally be an end to the dispute. The legal battle took place between Dynamic Drinkware LLC, Oshkosh, Wis., and National Graphics Inc., North Branford, Conn., in court proceedings…
Read More7 Reasons to Switch from Evernote to OneNote
I’ve been a user of Evernote for more than three years, but I’ve become fonder of OneNote lately. In case you don’t use either, both do a great job keeping notes organized without multiple Microsoft Word documents. Most Microsoft Word documents end up cluttering your hard drives and the content is hard to find, especially…
Read MorePhiladelphia Flyers Fans Throw Wristbands on the Ice
Philadelphia sports fans have a reputation of, well, less-than-stellar behavior. There was the time Eagles fans threw snowballs at Santa, the time Phillies fans…
Read MoreHeather DiPrato Joins Proforma as Senior Vice President of Strategic Business and Partner Development
Proforma, Cleveland, has announced Heather DiPrato, a 26-year industry veteran, has joined the company as its senior vice president of strategic business and partner development. DiPrato, the former senior vice president at Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI), will focus on recruiting top industry talent, cultivating strong vendor relationships and maximizing Proforma’s…
Read MoreComing Soon: A Fitbit for Your Brain
Last week, we reported on the man whose Fitbit saved his life. Wearable fitness trackers are ubiquitous, and their potential hasn’t even been fully realized. According to Newsweek, Tan Le, CEO of Emotiv, a company that manufactures electroencephalography (EEG) products for…
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