BIC Graphic USA, Clearwater, Fla., announced it is broadening its line of awareness products by launching two new BIC WideBody Design Grip pens just in time for October’s breast cancer awareness events. Both WideBody variations feature a custom-molded ribbon grip design and are available in pink, red and yellow.
Read MorePolyconcept North America Adds Industry Blog to Social Media Efforts
New Kensington, Pennsylvania-based Polyconcept North America (PCNA), the second largest hard goods supplier within the promotional products industry, announced it has added a blog its social media efforts.
Read MoreProforma Family Mourns the Loss of Dedicated Owner, Trusted Advisor and Friend
It is with great sadness that Cleveland-based Proforma faces the loss of John Vento, one of the earliest Proforma owners. Vento joined the Proforma Family in October of 1988.
Read MoreCrystal D Nominated for Three Product Design Awards from PPAI
St. Paul, Minnesota-based Crystal D, a leading supplier of corporate awards and plaques, has been nominated for three product design awards from the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). The following award designs will be eligible for industry-wide recognition by PPAI in January 2011 at the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas
Read MoreNorwood and BIC Graphic North America Announce New Trade Marketing Department
As previously announced, Lori Bauer has been appointed trade marketing director, of Clearwater, Florida-based Norwood & BIC Graphic North America. Effective immediately, Bauer’s team will be responsible for all trade marketing functions for both the Norwood and BIC Graphic brands. The following appointments are the result of the newly merged trade marketing departments. The comapny also welcomed several new members to the team.
Read MoreBodek and Rhodes Honored by AIA
Philadelphia-based Bodek and Rhodes, a leading wholesaler of imprintable activewear, was recently honored by Adventures in Advertising (AIA) in their annual Supplier Excellence awards, which recognize outstanding customer service, top-quality products and sales aids, on-time delivery and satisfactory problem resolution.
Read MoreAprons, Etc. Cuts the Chords on Aprons
Mauldin, South Carolina-based Aprons, Etc. announced the availability of NO-TIE Aprons. Compared to traditional promotional aprons, the redesigned NO-TIE Apron features a patented concept that improves both fit and function.
Read MoreChuck E. Cheese’s Recalls Light-up Rings and Star Glasses Due to Ingestion Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Read MoreHeadwear Professionals Hire Buck Hogle
Frederick, Maryland-based Headwear Professionals, announced it hired Buck Hogle, as the southern regional sales manager. Hogle had served as sales manager of Falcon Headwear previously. With Headwear Professionals Hogle will work closely with the Southern account to develop that market.
Read MoreIt’s Beanie Season (Almost)!
Get geared up for winter promotions with these promotional beanies. End-users will gladly sport a logo in return for a warm head and toasty ears. Check out the three favorites from C Shop, SanMar and Bodek and Rhodes.
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