How often should you replace your face mask with a new one? That answer depends on the quality and construction of the mask, and also how tough your washing machine is on it. There are a few main factors to consider when determining if a mask is past its useful life…
Read MoreSingle-Use Plastic Bans Add Up, But Cannabis Legalization Involves Plenty of Plastic Packaging
Under many states’ rules about how cannabis can be packaged and sold, single-use plastic is the only real option. So, it creates a sort of paradox for those states: Limit single-use plastics one way, but then directly increase their usage in another…
Read MoreYETI Recalls 250,000 Rambler Travel Mugs, Some Possibly Sold in Promo
YETI did not specify if any of the 250,000 mugs included in the recall were sold in promotional products channels. But the company is asking customers to return the Stronghold lid component for a full refund, including any customization or logo fees…
Read MoreFacilisgroup Sales Program Earns CAS Accreditation
Facilisgroup’s sales program, Facilis360, recently qualified as an elective for PPAI’s Certified Advertising Specialist (CAS) certification. The PPAI certification program encourages continuous education among industry professionals through various levels of training and certifications. Third-party electives, like Facilis360, are evaluated and accredited based on the educational session’s learning objectives, legal compliance and content value. “We are…
Read MoreNavitor Launches Scent Check to Support COVID-19 Loss of Smell Symptom Screening
Navitor, North Mankato, Minn., has partnered with scientific experts to develop Scent Check, an early detector test used to identify loss of smell. The product comes at a time when businesses and private organizations across the country need tools to support return-to-workplace symptom screening. More than 140,000 tests have been…
Read MoreThe NBA Is Sending First-Round Prospects a ‘Gift Locker’ for Virtual Draft
This year’s NBA Draft is going to take place virtually, much like the most recent NFL Draft. Also like the 2020 NFL Draft, prospects will receive a hat for each franchise, as well as a whole set of gifts to ensure a quality televised event (and enjoyment for later on).
Read MoreTop 20 Distributor Overture Promotions Acquired by Investment Group
An investment group led by Lou Weisbach, former CEO of the distributor now known as HALO Branded Solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire and partner with Overture Promotions, with a plan to grow the company through expansion of services, capacity and global reach, and by acquisition…
Read MoreFrito-Lay Launches ‘Holiday Bundle’ Store (and There Are a Lot of Adult Onesies)
Frito-Lay is the latest to go all-in on holiday-themed branded merchandise after adding a full line of holiday apparel to its Snacks.com e-commerce store. Have you been looking for the perfect product for the Cheetos fan in your life? Look no further than (of course) a holiday sweater, a scarf, a hat or a Chester…
Read MoreThis German Soccer Team Is Manufacturing Its Own Apparel After Terminating Under Armour Deal
German soccer club FC St. Pauli is known for its commitment to social justice. It even has a set of five principles outlining its belief in social change, responsibility and tolerance far beyond the soccer field. Don’t let the skull and crossbones logo fool you. Really practicing what it preaches, St. Pauli just ended its…
Read MoreVistaprint Will Be the Boston Celtics’ 2020-21 Jersey Sponsor, ‘Exclusive Marketing and Design Partner’
The Boston Celtics announced that a new company will replace the GE patch on their jerseys: Vistaprint. Through the multi-year agreement, Vistaprint also will become the “exclusive marketing and design partner of the Boston Celtics,” beginning with the upcoming 2020-21 season. Vistaprint also announced that it will work with the franchise to boost small businesses in the region…
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