Stretchy fun clothes. Flexi-nice anti-gross apparel. Yoga-dance pilata-cheer stuff. Okay, so the blanket term for this style of athletic apparel might still need some work, but whatever you want to call it, the kind of clothing meant for yoga classes, dance practices, or cheerleading and gymnastics teams is definitely a niche that needs attention.
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Trade show season can be tough. The constant travel, the bombardment of customers both new and old, and the endless walking can really take its toll. And with the biggest, walking-est and customer-iest trade show, the 2010 PPAI Expo Las Vegas, currently underway, we here at Promo Marketing thought it might be nice to share a few ways to unwind with promotional products during your downtime at the show.
Read MoreCiting its desire to greatly simplify the sales and ordering process for distributors, Bag Makers Inc., Union, Ill., announced it is discontinuing the bag industry’s long-standing tradition of calculating plate costs based on the square inches of the design.
Read MoreNoteworthy, Amsterdam, N.Y., announced the launch of the company’s new bumper stickers and decals. According to Chad Majewski, vice president of sales for Noteworthy, “Our new bumper stickers are truly the world’s best. A quick look at our offering and you’ll know why. Our minimums are 50 pieces and pricing is 70 percent lower than competition for full color.”
Read MoreSupplier International Merchandise Concepts (IMC), Agoura Hills, Calif., announced the launch of its new 2010 collections. These new collections and items increase the line items available from IMC to well over 2,200.
Read MoreThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Washington, has finalized a rule setting tough engine and fuel standards for large U.S.-flagged ships, a major milestone in the agency’s coordinated strategy to slash harmful marine diesel emissions. The regulation harmonizes with international standards and will lead to significant air quality improvements throughout the country.
Read MorePresident Obama signed the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) appropriations bill on Saturday, Dec. 19 which included $125 million to continue through Feb. 28, 2010, the enhancements made possible through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to SBA’s two largest loan programs. The SBA estimates the additional funding will support $4.5 billion in small-business lending.
Read MorePro Towels Etc., Pittsburgh, announced the addition of Chammyz, an outdoor apparel brand, that will complement and expand their existing line of beach towels and robes.
Read MoreEconomics is known as the dismal science, but not every economist is a pessimist.
Brian Wesbury might be one of the more optimistic forecasters out there. He’s proud of being dubbed “Mr. Sunshine” by well-known short-seller Doug Kass.
Read MoreHighlighting the experiences of successful entrepreneurs, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Washington, and Dell Inc., Round Rock, Texas, launched an online video series offering tools and strategies to help small-business owners rebound from the economic recession and put themselves in a position to expand and create jobs.
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