The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Washington, announced it renewed its two-year partnership agreement with the Minority Business RoundTable (MBRT) to continue joint outreach efforts to minority entrepreneurs.
Read MoreTowel Specialties Hires Matt Carter to Represent its Line in Georgia
Towel Specialties, Baltimore announced it recently hired multiline representative Matt Carter of Flanagan & Associates, Palm Harbor, Fla., to represent the line in Georgia. Carter comes to the company with 14 years of experience as the co-owner of Carter
Promotions and an additional 18 months as a multiline rep.
iPROMOTEu Hosts Annual “Thank You” Reception at The PPAI Expo
Wayland, Massachusetts-based iPROMOTEu hosted its sixth annual “Thank You” Reception in Las Vegas during The PPAI Expo. The Beatles, Ed Sullivan and Buddy Holly impersonators provided fantastic entertainment, and Las Vegas showgirls added to the festivities. Steve Slagle, president and CEO of PPAI, extended some words of welcome to the crowd. More than 200 iPROMOTEu affiliates, prospective affiliates, guests, and representatives of some of iPROMOTEu’s leading preferred suppliers attended the event.
Read MoreTru Art Advertising Calendars Develops New Green Web Site
Tru Art Advertising Calendars, Iowa City, Iowa, announced it developed a new Web site devoted to the advancement of paper-based promotional products, including the advertising calendar. At www.thegreenestpromotionalproduct.com, Tru Art Advertising Calendars provides information on green marketing, paper myths and sustainability.
Read MoreThe FDA Backtracks on BPA Safety
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Washington, released a statement regarding safe levels of Bisphenol A (BPA) in human food. The agency cites new studies that warrant concern about current standards.
Read MoreHALO/Lee Wayne Announces 2009 Awards and Honorees
HALO/Lee Wayne, Sterling, Ill., presented the company’s 2009 Supplier of the Year award and 2009 Supplier Representative of the Year award at its annual awards gala held at the Las Vegas Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas.
Read MoreSenator Promotional Group USA Launches Improved Web Site
Senator Promotional Group USA Inc. (SPGUSA), Dallas, announced the launch of their new and improved Web site, www.senatorgroupusa.com. The redesigned site also features the new SPGUSA logo.
Read MoreEPA Increases Transparency on Chemical Risk Information
As part of administrator Lisa P. Jackson’s commitment to strengthen and reform chemical management, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Washington, announced a new policy to increase the public’s access to information on chemicals.
Read MoreTouchstone Acquires Atlanta-based C3 Marketing
Dan Jellinek, vice president of talent acquisition for Touchstone, Mason, Ohio, announced the acquisition of C3 Marketing, Atlanta, and the addition of Becky Cross to the company’s leadership.
Read MoreRiver’s End Trading Company Finalizes Association with PremiumWear Inc.
River’s End Trading Company, Hopkins, Minn., announced the association between it and PremiumWear Inc., Minnetonka, Minn., has now been finalized. River’s End Trading Company has acquired the rights to Page & Tuttle and the license for the Forsyth brand for the promotional products and golf industry in the U.S.
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