On Saturday, 4/20, the day that ganja lovers have designated as their own, Nike released its latest nod to their infatuation, issuing the SB Dunk High Walk the Dog kicks. The shoes feature many interesting decoration features, including a brown mark on the outsoles that looks like, well, dog poop. That’s just one of many design elements that make the shoes stand out…
Read MoreA Distributor Remembers an NFL Promotion That Made a Difference
When a promotional campaign gets its intended brand impressions for the end-buyer, pretty much any distributor would say it’s a success. But when a promotion can do some real good in the world and create a positive affect for people, it’s even more special. Greg Schwartz, vice president of sales for Hot Cards, Cleveland, had…
Read MoreQuick Instagram Tips for Promotional Products Businesses
We previously covered Instagram with an in-depth look at how the ever-popular social media channel allows brands to promote their business and stay in front of audiences. Here are a couple more tips for getting the most out of the mega-popular platform…
Read More9 Top Promotional Chocolate, Candy and Mint Items End-Users Will Love
There’s something about sweets that puts a big smile on anyone’s face. Who would say “no” to a box of chocolates? Definitely not us! To satisfy your sweet tooth (and your clients’), here are some of our favorite promotional chocolate, candy and mint items. Embossed Mint Tin by Chocolate Inn/Taylor & Grant Available in three…
Read MoreHave You Heard About OrderMaster?
Question: Have you heard about OrderMaster? Answer: I’ve been asked this question quite a bit over the last few months by distributors whom I have helped convert from OrderMaster to a QuickBooks-based solution. With their help and a fair amount of detective work, I found the owner. I learned that OrderMaster is no longer being…
Read More3 Ways Branded Pens Benefit Brand Storytelling
Everyone has a story to tell, including brands. Whether it’s one that conveys encouragement like Nike’s “just do it” slogan, or one that inspires individuality like Apple’s “think different” campaign, stories are the messages that connect us. They make people, products and brands more approachable and relatable. And while brand storytelling may be a relatively…
Read MoreSouthern Plus Acquires Aqua Sheen Brand, Assets
Southern Plus, Hartwell, Ga., announced that it has acquired the Aqua Sheen brand and its assets for an undisclosed amount, and will sell Aqua Sheen’s rainwear products as an extension of Southern Plus’s current product offering. “We’re excited to continue the legacy of the Aqua Sheen brand and to be able to offer customers rain…
Read MoreHoly Cow There Is So Much Game of Thrones Tie-In Merch
Its knack for gripping storytelling and cast of “roughly 12 zillion characters,” as Vox wrote, have made “Game of Thrones” a can’t-miss component of contemporary pop culture. The public’s fascination with the show, which secured 17.4 million viewers for Sunday’s season eight opener, has bred considerable branding opportunities, and it seems that the amount of…
Read MorePro Towels Donates to the Abbeville Promise Program
The Pro Towels Family of companies, including Pro Towels, Kanata Blanket Company, Superior and Neet Feet, has donated $1,000 to the Abbeville Promise Program, a higher education scholarship program committed to helping students in the Abbeville County, S.C., area. The scholarship program was established by the Freshwater Coast Community Foundation to help bring access to…
Read MoreAriana Grande’s Limited-Edition NASA Merch Was a Hit at Coachella
If you were too busy checking out all of the cool Coachella pics popping up on your Instagram feed, then you probably missed the news that Ariana Grande debuted a limited-edition, eight-piece, NASA-themed Coachella merch collection. It includes pieces like T-shirts, sweatshirts and a pair of glasses, and fans of Grande’s newest album will be happy to hear it features elements from her song “NASA” throughout…
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