We will never find ourselves short on traditions in the U.S., and we are always eager to add a few more to our list. Thanks to a partnership between Dunkin’ and Saucony, it is starting to look as if we can come to expect an annual sneaker release in conjunction with the Boston Marathon. For…
Read MoreIf we’ve gleaned one thing from watching the numerous “Batman” films over the years, it’s this: Gotham City stole architecture ideas from Pittsburgh and Chicago, and coming at Batman usually ends with at least one broken bone. While Spanish soccer club Valencia CF didn’t actually come at Batman or DC Comics, it’s defending itself over…
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Lisa Waggoner, national sales representative for Raining Rose, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, has earned the certification of Master Advertising Specialist (MAS) administered by Promotional Products Association International (PPAI). Individuals such as Waggoner with a PPAI certification have attained a high standard of professional competence, knowledge and experience. The MAS certification…
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Elon Musk has not only revolutionized the way we look at cars. Through his various companies, he’s done a lot of work to change the way we look at just about everything: space travel, train systems and, yes, promotional items. Musk’s business ventures have brought us promotional “totally not flamethrowers,” surfboards and more, and usually…
Read MoreToday is already a momentous occasion for one of Promo Marketing’s neighbors to the South, as more than 6 million folks are celebrating Maryland Day, the acknowledgement of the first European settlers’ landing in the then-Providence of Maryland. Come a little more than 15 months from now, though, the population could have even more cause…
Read MoreNear-Field Communication (NFC) technology has crossed paths with promotional products, and it’s really exciting! With the addition of NFC technology to promotional products, the possibilities are near limitless. It gives new life to the industry, and you’ll quickly see why. First, let’s start off by defining what exactly NFC technology is. What exactly is NFC?…
Read MoreNot all sunscreen is created equal. Therefore, it can be overwhelming to know which products you can trust and those you should avoid. Don’t worry! We’ve done the research for you. Here are the attributes you should look for in high quality sunscreen. 1 oz. SPF 30 Sunscreen in Clear Round…
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Charles River Apparel, Sharon, Mass., announced that it has recently hired Kevin Crisafulli as director of customer care. Crisafulli brings with him more than 15 years of experience in cultivating teamwork and customer relationships. His most recent position was with HS Brands International, where he was director of operations…
Read MoreWhile screen printing continues to be the strong, core process for garment decoration, myriad digital technologies have gained a foothold in the segment, offering garment decorators strong options to generate new revenue streams and engage customers in new ways. Join a panel of garment decoration experts as they discuss how ongoing developments in technology are changing the segment’s playing field, how customer expectations have evolved, and how changes in soft-goods and fashion bring new opportunity.
Read MoreNo year is ever perfect, but 1969 deserves commendation as a relatively groovy year, particularly thanks to the Woodstock music festival and the recording and release of “Abbey Road” by The Beatles. No matter the majesty of those moments and many others, nothing will top the significance of the Apollo 11 lunar landing that occurred…
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