In the ever-changing regulatory environment in which business is done, product safety is top-of-mind in the promotional products industry. Las Vegas-based DIGISPEC, and its sister companies
Read MoreLegislation Would Aid Consumers in Holding Foreign Manufacturers Accountable for Dangerous Products
Foreign manufacturers today are able to skirt the law, exporting billions of dollars of their products to the U.S. without facing accountability for product defects that injure or kill Americans.
Read MoreTaster’s Choice
WELCOME TO THE big show. That’s right. You might want a front-row seat for this.
Like the rest of the population, we here at Promo Marketing love our chocolate. Sure, some of our consumption is “research,” but really, when that three o’clock slump hits—nothing pacifies the staff quite like a little bit of the sweet stuff.
Read MoreNorwood Promotional Products Launches Social Networking Initiative
Indianapolis-based Norwood Promotional Products announced it added the social networking sites, Facebook and Twitter to its marketing mix. A multidisciplinary team of social networkers has been formed, drawing from sales, product development/merchandising, e-Business and marketing.
Read MoreScavenger Types
There are the fun and cool scavengers that get to be in nature documentaries, like the hyena and remora. Then there are the creepy and much-hated scavengers, like the rat, vulture and weird guy with glasses straps and stained monochrome T-shirt you always see in the bargain sections of bookstores, studying huge hardcover books like “Gulches: Long Holes of the Southwest.” Me though, I’m going to go with the zombie as my favorite scavenger. Partly because they’re awesome (I sure do love a good zombie movie), but also because they make their living off the brains of others, which is just what I’m about to do. Below are few links to articles I’ve found, accompanied by neat little summaries.
Read MoreThe Correlation Between Moisture Wicking and Maids Revealed
As I set out to write this blog, I thought to myself if there is one thing the promotional apparel market never, ever talks about, it’s moisture-wicking fabric.
Read MoreTSC Apparel Adds to its Satisfaction Delivered Daily Guarantee
In 2007, TSC Apparel, based in Cincinnati, launched its first satisfaction guarantee, promising exceptional service in the areas of accuracy, inventory, shipping and delivery. In the tough economic environment this year, TSC Apparel decided to relaunch its original guarantee with an added fifth element–superior service. By promising superior service, TSC Apparel said it will address any distributor issue within 10 minutes or credit $100 to the distributor’s account.
Read MoreSubstance and Style
Bodek and Rhodes—Soft Shell Jacket from Ultra Club
This soft shell jacket is both wind- and moisture-resistant and features six zippered pockets. With corresponding men’s and ladies’ styles available, it fits well with sports team promotions at any level. Whether outfitting the local high-school tennis team or adding an emblem for some college ruggers (rugby players), the jacket fits both in terms of style and performance. Best keep it out of the scrum, though.
(800) 523-2721
www.bodekandrhodes.com
What’s She Doing In The Front Row? (Style.com)
That pretty young thing you don’t recognize in the front row at Proenza Schouler? Chances are she’s under 25, a member of the ruling class, a DJ on the side, best friends with someone fabulous or, failing that, a blogger. Meet the Alexa Chungs and Dree Hemingways of tomorrow. (Read more at Style.com)
Read MoreTri-Mountain Launches New Racewear Line
Irwindale, California-based supplier Tri-Mountain debuted its 2010 line via the company’s new online digital catalog. After years of expanding into eco-friendly products, safety and uniform apparel, and other markets, Tri-Mountain has turned its attention to racewear.
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