The 2013 SAAC Show begins this Wednesday, August 7. The show runs from August 7 to 8, and is put on and organized by the Specialty Advertising Association of California (SAAC). Many new features and events have been added this year, including a $12,500 prize giveaway and new food vendors like In-N-Out Burger and
Read MoreBIC Group Reports First Half Results for 2013
BIC Group, parent company to BIC Advertising & Promotional Products, reported its 2013 second quarter and first half results this week. The group as a whole reported sales of approximately $1.243 billion (937.5 million euros) for the six month period, up 2.2 percent on a comparative basis from same period in 2012. Net sales for the quarter were up 4.1 percent on a comparative basis at $675.2 million (508.9 million euros).
Read MoreInnerWorkings Announces Acquisition of EYELEVEL
InnerWorkings Inc., a leading provider of global print management solutions based in Chicago, has acquired EYELEVEL, a leading global provider of permanent retail displays and store fixtures.
Read MoreiPROMOTEu to Host Sixth Annual “Supplier Palooza” at The SAAC Show in Long Beach
iPROMOTEu announced that it will be hosting its sixth annual “Supplier Palooza” during The SAAC Show in Long Beach. “Supplier Palooza” will take place on Wednesday, August 7, from 9:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. at The Auld Dubliner which is located across the street from the Long Beach Convention Center.
Read MorePromo This Product: GrabOpener
Check out the GrabOpener, a one-of-a-kind bottle opener just begging to become a promotional product.
Read More7 Ways to Create A Social Media Presence
You’re not still asking why or whether you need to have a social media presence, are you? You need a social media presence because that’s where your new customers are and it’s how they will find you, trust you and try you.
Read MoreStandard Register Acquires WorkflowOne
Standard Register, Dayton, Ohio, announced today that it has acquired top 50 distributor WorkflowOne in a transaction valued at $218 million, financed by assuming $210 million of long-term debt and the issuance of warrants with an estimated value of $8 million.
“This strategic combination brings together two companies with highly complementary business and market presence to create a leading player in workflow, communications and analytics,” said Joseph P. Morgan, Jr., president and CEO of Standard Register. “The acquisition of WorkflowOne increases our customer base and incremental growth opportunities. It also provides new markets and capabilities in retail and promotional products and cross-selling opportunities. And, importantly, we are acquiring a significant pool of talented people with expertise in our industry and markets.”
WorkflowOne, also based in Dayton, ranked number 10 on Promo Marketing’s list of the Top 50 Distributors of 2013. The company reported promotional product sales of $101 million and total sales over $460 million.
Check back with Promo Marketing Headlines this afternoon for more information on the acquistion.
Read MoreThe Chest and Astor Chocolate Partner for Special Holiday Packages
Suppliers The Chest and Astor Chocolate have teamed up to offer distributors a line of premium packages for the 2013 holiday season. This package will feature some of the best selections from Astor Chocolate’s line in personalized premium packages offered by The Chest.
Read MoreWe Built This City
Here is why you should sell to construction workers and other rugged markets, and the products you need to ensure a long-term safety program.
Read More2013 Fall Selling Guide
This year, the Promo Marketing team wanted to add a little somethign extra to the Fall Selling Guide. We’ve added augmented reality features to each of the 21 top products of the season, viewable directly on your smartphone.
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