Ask the Accountant… Question: I have a credit from a supplier for a mistake in an order. How do I enter that in QuickBooks? Answer: To enter a credit from a supplier in QuickBooks Premier to be used at a later time, follow these instructions. Go to “Enter Bills” Click “Credit” at the top of…
Read MoreHow One Promo Distributor Navigated Artwork Issues With a Supplier
It’s rare to have everything go according to plan. One mark of a professional is the ability to handle issues as they come and reach an end result as close to the original vision as possible. Here’s how Mike Button, senior account executive for Tricor Brand Communications, worked through some hiccups in the art process to achieve what he thought was a successful and long-lasting promotion…
Read MoreUPDATE: President Trump Again Raises Tariffs on Chinese Imports, ‘Orders’ U.S. Companies to Find Alternatives to China
Today, China announced that it would increase tariffs on $75 billion of U.S. products in the latest edition of the constant tug-of-war between the two countries. In response, President Trump took to Twitter to demand that U.S. businesses “immediately start looking for an alternative to China,” and bring their manufacturing back stateside…
Read MoreKawhi Leonard Gave One Million Clippers Branded Backpacks to Students in Los Angeles
After an astonishing run that culminated in the Toronto Raptors’ first NBA Championship, Kawhi Leonard has solidified himself as one of the biggest stars in the NBA, if not all of professional sports. But it’s after demonstrating some charitable good will in his new (old) home of Los Angeles that he’s solidified himself as one…
Read MoreHere’s All the Cool Stuff Little League World Series Players Get to Keep After the Tournament
For a kid playing baseball, just making it to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., is a dream come true. Getting to play in front of a national stage is something the kids will always remember, whether they continue their baseball careers into adulthood or not. The only way to make the event…
Read MoreNew Taco Bell Merch Collection Shows How Any Brand Can Get In on Back-to-School
While local retailers like Target, Walmart and Staples are packed with teachers and students this time of year, those aren’t the only places to stock up on school supplies. That’s because Taco Bell is now selling an entire collection of back-to-school branded merchandise…
Read MoreDisney World’s Strict Rules Might Ruin Washington State’s 16-Year ‘College Gameday’ Flag Tradition
Washington State fans have flown their school’s flag at College Gameday broadcasts every week since October of 2013. But, thanks to some rules at Disney World prohibiting flags, banners, signs and other items, that 16-year streak might come to a screeching halt…
Read MoreAIA Community Celebrates Growth at 2019 National Sales Meeting
More than 200 attendees, including AIA owners, suppliers and employees, headed to the mountains this month for AIA’s annual National Sales Meeting. Held in Park City, Utah, at the Grand Summit Hotel, the AIA community convened for four days of learning and networking focused on personal and professional growth. Owners participated in curated experiences and events,…
Read MoreThe Legacy Group Presents 2019 Legacy Legend Awards
The Legacy Group, West River, Md., recognized several of its supplier partners in a ceremony during the Legacy Exclusive Sales Event (LESE) in Park City, Utah, this month. The Legacy Legend Awards were presented during the closing dinner of the LESE at the Utah Olympic Park in front of 150 of the Legacy Group sales…
Read MoreMy 5 Favorite Promotions of the Week: Russell Westbrook ‘Thank You’ Tees, Chicago Cubs ‘Little League’ Jerseys and More
Another summer work day is just flying by, but I still want to make the most of it by spotlighting the awesome promotions I saw this week. Yes, as usual, it’s all about the sports and the breweries. (Feel free to leave me some suggestions in the comments section if there were any other amazing promos you came across recently.) Without further ado, here is this week’s Fave Five…
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