Chicago-based InnerWorkings Inc., a leading global marketing supply chain company, has signed an agreement for print management and promotional product fulfillment with ACE Group as an extension of its current North American partnership.
Read MorePromoKitchen Makes Sponsorship Opportunities Available for Annual Party
For the past two years, The PromoKitchen Party held during The PPAI Expo in Las Vegas has brought promotional products professionals together for networking and lively discussions over cocktails at the world famous House of Blues. To keep the party going for 2014, PromoKitchen is now accepting sponsorships from industry suppliers.
Read MoreBuckyballs: The Ball of Rights
There is much to-do about magnets lately. We wrote previously about the lawsuit filed by the CPSC against Craig Zucker, CEO of Maxfield and Oberton, the manufacturer of Buckyballs. We then heard from Scott Wolfson, director of communications for the CPSC, who offered some observations as well as some clarifications.
Read MoreWhat Do Liberty Balls Represent?
I’ve covered many topics through the years and this one is perhaps the most frightening. It threatens our livelihoods and puts a bright spotlight on the Consumer Products Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Increasing awareness for product safety and CPSIA regulations is a good thing. Our industry needs to better understand what it takes to be in compliance with these regulations, but this story is outright scary.
Read MoreNorwood & BIC Graphic Named 2013 Promotional Products Supplier of the Year by Universal Unilink Purchasing Association
Norwood & BIC Graphic recently announced that it was named 2013 Promotional Products Supplier of the Year by Universal Unilink Purchasing Association. The award recipients were selected by UPA Member nomination, for the supplier’s dedication to increasing value to UPA Membership and supporting UPA organization. The UPA Preferred Suppliers epitomize outstanding service levels and dedication to the UPA Membership.
Read MoreLocal, State Officials Join Tex Visions in Grand Opening of New Manufacturing Facility
Prominent local and state officials were on hand two weeks ago to celebrate with Tex Visions LLC, as the prominent wholesale printing company hosted a ribbon cutting event and open house in honor of its new manufacturing facility in Middlesex Township, Cumberland County, Pa.
Read MoreAmerican Apparel Inc. Announces Comparable Sales for October 2013
Los Angeles-based American Apparel Inc., a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel, announced preliminary sales for the month of October 2013.
Read MoreEditor’s Picks: Car Talk
Car accessories are a great strategy when it comes to promotional campaigns. Hop on the bandwagon (or Volkswagon) and see why.
Read MoreImage Source Hires Conley and Slagle
Kirkland, Washington-based distributor Image Source recently hired Bob Conley as senior account executive and Laura Slagle as account coordinator.
In his new role, Conley will provide clients with ideas and products to help them promote their brand using corporate apparel and promotional products.
Read MoreCorporate Specialties Launches Blog Series
To enhance the company’s service offerings, Corporate Specialties has launched CorpSpecBlog.com, an educational portal that provides informative content on promotional marketing and branded merchandise as well as relevant research findings and business marketing and branding articles.
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