Parsippany, New Jersey-based MediaTree, an industry supplier of digital download and gift card solutions, named Marcos Domiciano as senior project manager. Formerly a project manager with MediaTree, Domiciano brings a wealth of production experience and organizational management to the new position. “Marcos has consistently streamlined our internal order processes to ensure that each distributor partner receives the best care possible,” said Bill Grassmyer, CEO of MediaTree. Grassmyer continued, “Our team of project managers are essential to our business. With Marcos managing this amazing team, we will continue to help distributors reach new levels of success.” Prior to joining MediaTree, Marcos was an account executive
Read MoreCrystal D Participates in UMAPP Factory Tour
St. Paul, Minnesota-based Crystal D, a supplier of crystal awards, plaques, trophies and corporate gifts, participated in the Upper Midwest Association of Promotional Professionals Factory Bus Tour on April 15, 2008. The Factory Bus Tour allowed a group of 13 distributors to visit Crystal D’s factory and learn about the order and manufacturing process from start to finish. The tour also included a presentation, providing distributors with business-building tools and information, to support their sales of corporate recognition award programs. “The UMAPP Factory Tour was a great opportunity for Crystal D,” said Lorraine Rosecrans, marketing manager. “It allowed us to show distributors our
Read MoreExtreme Office Makeover
I’m surrounded by promotional products—and I mean that literally. For the upcoming June edition of Promo Marketing magazine, we will be doing an Extreme Office Makeover, which is very similar to the reality television home makeover shows, only on a much smaller scale (and, of course, limited to promotional products).The response from suppliers wanting to participate has been amazing and products are starting to stack up (one of the publishers started calling me Fred Sanford because of the junkyard quality of my cube as boxes roll in).
To my right are a rainbow collection of new-fangled letter openers/staple removers. At my feet, sits a
That Pesky Flag Pin
The Pennsylvania Democratic primary finally arrived, and it’s good to see the promotional products industry is so relevant on a national (and, dare I say, international) stage. I’m, of course, talking about the flag-shaped lapel pin scandal which is sweeping the nation (for a second time). Poor Senator Obama can’t seem to catch a break on this one. First it was on. Then it was off. And, now, apparently it’s back on again. People are latching onto the issue to say he isn’t patriotic. That he hates America (as if the act of running for the presidency doesn’t earn you any patriotic points). <br
Read More‘Til We Chat Again …
I’ve got some good news and some great news. I’ll start with the great news first: After a tenure of 51⁄2 years, Friday, April 25 will be my last day at Promo Marketing magazine. I’ve accepted a new position as a writer at an ad agency. So, herein is my final entry to my three-month stint as a PromoMarketing.com blogger (well, I suppose the part about the end of the blog might be the only bad news).
But, here’s the good news: Although I will no longer be a full-time staff editor at Promo Marketing, I will, however, continue writing for the magazine
Read MoreIntroducing Red Perks Corporate Gift Cards
Red Perks, based in Rumford, R.I., introduced its fully customizable gift card program for the corporate market. Red Perks’ line of cards aims to provide services for corporate gift programs, employee motivation incentives or as a way for a company to extend its brand through promotional programs. Designed specifically for the corporate premium marketplace, the Red Perks gift card program is loaded with features that make it the sensible choice for corporations. Gift solutions include golf and sporting equipment, apparel, personal electronics, small appliances, luggage, tools, and products from a variety of other categories. Red Perks cardholders will enjoy a wide selection of
Read MoreiPROMOTEu Declares Dunk Fest 2008 a Success
Wayland, Massachusetts-based iPROMOTEu has declared its inaugural Dunk Fest tournament a success. Dunk Fest 2008 was the first-ever NCAA college basketball tournament challenge exclusively for the promotional products industry. It was created as a fun way to generate enthusiasm, spirit and friendly competition among those working in the promotional products industry. Competing for trophies and $2,500 in prize money were 137 registered Dunk Fest 2008 players, consisting of distributors, salespeople, suppliers and service providers. Among the winners of Dunk Fest 2008 were the following individuals, who were awarded trophies and prize money at The ASI Show in Las Vegas on April 10: •
Read MoreFloatpens.com Adds Stand Out Promotions
Kensinton, Maryland-based Floatpens.com announced the addition of Stand Out Promotions products to its product line. Floatpens.com has been a expert on floating action pens for more than 20 years and the new relationship with Stand Out Promotions will let the company provide an entire product line of pop-up products including cards, calendars, magnets, ornaments, mugs, shot glasses, picture frames, coasters, stickers and photo albums. For more information, visit www.floatpens.com
Read MoreHub Adds Nault as Sales Executive
Hub Pen Company, based in Quincy, Mass., announced the addition of Bill Nault as sales executive. Nault brings more than 10 years of experience in the promotional products industry and was most recently sales manager for The Quill Company, based in Providence, R.I. “We are excited to have Bill join our team. His professionalism and strong writing instrument background will make an immediate impact,” said Joseph Fleming, Hub general manager. For more information on the Hub Pen Company, visit www.hubpen.com
Read MoreDigispec MousePaper Mouse Pads Go Green
Las Vegas, Nevada-based Digispec, the focused mousepad manufacturer, announced its MousePaper and MousePaper Calendar mousepads are now green. As the demand for eco-friendly products has increased, Digispec added products to its product line to meet those requirements. As a paper-based product, MousePaper has always been recyclable. Now, the pages contain 30 percent post-consumer recycled paper and the backing is 100 percent recycled paperboard of which 50 percent is post-consumer. “The decision to add a green MousePaper mousepad to the product line was an obvious choice,” said Ed Hamilton, president. “Our customers expect us to keep up to date with the most current technology and
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