The 2022 Top Distributors list is here. With it comes analysis on the highest-selling and fastest-growing companies, the most popular sales verticals and more.
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Queen Elizabeth II Merchandise Is Flying Off the Shelves. King Charles Products? Not So Much
As mourners line up for miles to see Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin, merchandise sellers in London have been cashing in on demand for souvenirs. While everything related to the queen has been popular, shops say demand for King Charles III merchandise is almost nonexistent.
Read MoreSimply Gifts
Gifting season is upon us, and here at SnugZ® we have been hard at work putting together a collection of items anyone would be thrilled to receive. This year there is more to the SnugZ USA® Simply Gifts Lookbook than ever before. We’ve added tons of new items, including favorites from Sweda®, like Basecamp® drinkware,…
Read MorePreparing for Year-End Orders With Open Communication
It might feel intimidating trying to prepare for the unknown, but if you continue to work closely with both suppliers and customers, the chances of finding yourself in a hole are significantly reduced. And while we might be unsure of the future, there are a few partners out there, like Delta Apparel, who are at the ready to help.
Read MoreBe Unreasonable
When it comes to goal setting, most folks who have goals (sadly many folks go through life without specific, articulated goals) choose reasonable, achievable goals. I know some will cling to the S.M.A.R.T. goal process, meaning goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. I agree with all of these except “achievable.” When we…
Read MoreiPROMOTEu Hires Jeff Marks as Director of Business Development
iPROMOTEu, Wayland, Mass., has hired Jeff Marks as director of business development. Marks will bring more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role, where he will be responsible for helping distributors and salespeople achieve their business goals through the extensive support and independence provided by iPROMOTEu.…
Read MoreThe Print+Promo Marketing 2022 Top Distributors List
A comprehensive guide to the industry’s leading distributor companies.
Read MoreWhat Is Equity on Your Balance Sheet?
Ask the Accountant… Question: What is equity that shows on my Balance Sheet? Answer: In the basic accounting formula, equity equals assets minus liabilities. Assets are what you own, such as your bank account and accounts receivables. Liabilities are what you owe, such as accounts payables and credit card debt. Equity is the difference, or…
Read MoreThe Brooklyn Museum’s Off-White Capsule Is a Different Kind of Promotional Merch Campaign
Museum exhibits typically come with a special batch of merchandise in the gift shop. Those product lines tend to touch on the exhibit itself, reflecting the themes on display or the life of the featured artist. In the case of the Brooklyn Museum’s exhibit on the late fashion designer Virgil Abloh, the merchandise comes from…
Read More5 Proactive Ideas When Working with Clients During Delays
It’s no surprise that promotional distributors are facing many challenges due to delays. From staffing shortages to shipping setbacks and supply chain disruptions, the need to adapt to change has become a daily norm. If managing a business wasn’t hard enough, distributors must now think creatively and provide additional solutions to their customers’ ongoing needs. …
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