The third in this series of BIC Graphic Expert Sessions focuses on Technology, one of the fastest growing categories in promotional products. This webinar is designed to provide the tools you need to be successful in selling technology while adding value for your customers.
Read MoreNew York Times, BuzzFeed and Others Turn to Branded Merchandise Stores to Offset Digital Struggles
Good Media Group’s launch of PSA continues an emerging trend of publishers, such as The New York Times, The Chive and The Washington Post, launching their own online merchandise stores. Similarly, BuzzFeed recently launched a line of cookware and similar merchandise in support of its popular Tasty brand…
Read MoreThe 2018 #Online18
The #Online18 most influential people consists of industry influencers who use online tools and strategies to benefit their business and the overall promotional products industry. Each year gets tougher to identify the #Online18, as the online marketplace continues to evolve. One important note about the #Online18 is that this is primarily based on a personal…
Read MoreLast Chance to Vote for the 2018 Supplier Excellence Awards
Voting in the 2018 Supplier Excellence Awards is now open, giving distributors the chance to decide the best suppliers in the promotional products industry. Every major product category is represented on the survey—so whether you specialize in T-shirts or toys and games, you can have an impact in the voting. Cast your vote today!…
Read MoreU.S. Open Merchandise Reflects Promotional Products Trends
The 2018 U.S. Open saw 2017 champion Brooks Kroepka successfully defend his title at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island. The trophy was arguably the most coveted item at the tournament, but for fans, the chances of leaving the course with it were slim to none (depending on how fast you could run). The merchandise tent was the next best thing…
Read MoreApparently There’s a Convention for Collectors of Coca-Cola Promotional Items That’s In Its 44th Year
Iowa, just as it proved to be in “Field of Dreams,” is going to be a bit of heaven for next week’s crowds at the Coca-Cola Collectors Club convention—all thanks to promotional products. We can definitely drink to that…
Read MoreDelegate to Elevate
If you are seeking to elevate your success and happiness in your life and in your business, I recommend you evaluate the chart below and find more time to do those things you enjoy. We all have things we enjoy doing. Some we do well, and others may require more learning and practice. As seen…
Read MoreZen Magnets Founder: Reversed Recall Decision Highlights Inconsistencies in CPSC Litigation
Zen Magnets has been fighting the CPSC for six years now. After winning the right to keep selling its products, the company is still cautious that the CPSC might come back at them, which Zen founder Shihan Qu says highlights the commission’s unfair tactics…
Read MoreHow the Tariffs Impact the Promotional Products Industry: A Quick Update
President Trump is going forward with his plan to hit China with 25 percent tariffs on about $50 billion worth of Chinese goods, he announced on Friday. According to the U.S. trade representative’s office, the tariffs will be rolled out in two waves, the first of which will go into effect on July 6. The…
Read More$2M Worth of Fake World Cup Merch Seized as FIFA Looks to Combat Counterfeiters
Authorities in Hong Kong and Shenzen seized large quantities of counterfeit World Cup gear, including 180,000 pieces of apparel (57,000 of it jerseys), 29,000 bags, 1,000 hats, 50,000 pairs of shoes, and 3,000 T-shirts…
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