Starline Inc. recently announced that its sales representatives Patrick Reinecker, Rich Conroy and Jen Kruger have all won performance awards from outside organizations. Additionally, Ed Maloney, Blake Dugger and Doug Oslance have won internal sales performance awards.
Read MorePPAI And PSI Present 2014 Trade Show Partner Agreement
Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), the world’s largest and oldest international not-for-profit promotional products association, in conjunction with the Germany-based Promotional Product Service Institute (PSI), recently announced a 2014 partner association agreement providing each association’s membership open access to trade shows, resources and networking opportunities. The agreement provides market access and encourages global outreach in the promotional products industry. PPAI serves members from around the world and has agreements and alliances with more than 30 U.S. and international associations.
Read MoreProforma Provides Gifts for Local Families During the Holiday Season
Members of the Proforma Support Center have raised more than $2,000 in cash and gifts for the Adopt-A-Family program, which provides presents to local underprivileged children. This year, Proforma was able to bring holiday cheer to 15 Cleveland-area children in need.
Read MoreMy 10 Most Popular Blogs for 2013
From the best in comic-con giveaways to making fun of the government, here are the 10 most popular blog posts I wrote in 2013.
Read MoreDuck Dynasty: The Dangers of Tying Your Brand to Celebrities
For years companies and brands have been in love with the notion of associating their brands with celebrities. But, before you decide to partner with a celebrity, be they musician, actor, reality show star or athlete, it’s a good idea to weigh the advantages and disadvantages.
PM Video Battle: Motivator’s Johnny Cash Versus SnugZ USA’s Breakdancing and Lanyards
Last chance to vote! Polls for the latest round of PM’s Video Battle, which features Motivator’s Johnny Cash versus SnugZ USA’s break-dancing lanyard extravaganza, will end Friday morning.
Read MoreTrade Only Adds New Features to Enhance Distributor Solutions
In the latest update to its website, company store and order management solutions, Trade Only, Costa Mesa, Calif., has delivered important features designed to further streamline the user experience and drive efficiency.
Read MoreBeyond Zebra Inc. Helps Launch Inaugural Stop the Clot Walk in Los Angeles
Stacy Burleson, CFO of distributor Beyond Zebra Inc., helped to organize the inaugural Stop the Clot Walk in Los Angeles on Dec. 15, 2013. Burleson, a blood clot survivor, serves on the volunteer committee for the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) and was honored at the event as the walk’s top fundraiser.
Read MoreU.S. Olympic Fundraising Mittens Produced in China
This week, the Associated Press reported that the red-white-and-blue mittens being sold by the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) to raise funds for winter athletes were manufactured in China. The words “Made in China” are clearly imprinted on the inside tag of the 100 percent acrylic mittens.
Read MoreLibbey Glass Recalls Cocktail Glasses Due to Laceration Hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall of over 200,000 Bristol Valley Cocktail Glasses with Sheer Rim from Libbey Glass, a Toledo, Ohio-based glassware supplier. The glasses can break unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard.
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