Navitor, North Mankato, MN, announced the launch of its all-new 2000 Plus PrintPro self-inking stamp line. Since 1987, the 2000 Plus name has been synonymous with best-in-class marketing devices that are exclusive to the U.S. market. This new line of self-inking stamps will provide users with a new level of convenience, speed, and accuracy to…
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I love Ed Mylett. Recently, I heard Ed talk about identifying the individual who holds the greatest importance in believing in our worth and potential. Most of us may think it is of the utmost importance that our prospects believe in us and our value. Fact is, as Ed said, the most important person you…
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McDonald’s just unveiled a new bit of packaging a few months ago called the TableBag, which turns your food back into a standalone cardboard table. It shows that designers are thinking about eco-friendly ways to create promotional items, and also new ways to play with packaging design to create a memorable experience.
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White Castle and Philadelphia brewery Evil Genius teamed up for a co-branded beer. But, unlike others that came before, it doesn’t use weird flavor profiles for attention. It’s a good example of how distributors can co-brand without going too far.
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Charles River Apparel launched its newest giveback program in collaboration with Meals on Wheels America — pledging to donate a minimum of $25,000 by the end of 2023. Titled “Quilting Communities Together,” the fundraiser donates 3% of net sales from the Franconia Collection to support Meals on Wheels America.
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Ask the Accountant… Question: When I try to designate a vendor as a 1099 vendor, it is greyed out. How do I change that? Answer: There has been a recent change to Preferences in QB Premier regarding 1099 status of vendors. Now, you must turn on the 1099 option in “Preferences” > “Tax: 1099” (toward…
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Netflix is taking the famous Lacoste crocodile and putting it through the filter of various Netflix shows, like turning it into the Demogorgon monster from “Stranger Things,” dressing it up in period-appropriate garb from “Bridgerton,” or putting it on “Sex Education” protagonist Otis’ bike.
Read MoreSandwich chain Jimmy John’s is celebrating the biggest day on the cannabis calendar, 4/20, with a new sandwich item called the “Munchie Crusher,” and is pairing the menu item with for some special branded items like rolling papers, matches, and other promotional products available at its Long Beach, CA, location.
Read MoreIce cream and cake brand Carvel is opening more stores throughout the U.S., and using co-branded restaurant concepts to introduce itself to new markets. It’s a good lesson for promotional products distributors about how brands can work together to create a complementary experience.
Read MoreThe American Red Cross is using a Snoopy T-shirt to drive blood donation appointments. It’s working, too. Since releasing the design, the organization has seen exponential web traffic, and people are posting all over social media about it.
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