Some days, when we are in the thick of the battle of growing our business, we just want to get to a brighter future. I understand. For the first several years of starting and growing Proforma, I had more than my fair share of worries. After 45 years of growing a business, here are a…
Read MoreSchool Spirit + Co-Branding Opportunities = Back-to-School Promo Success
There’s an unmistakable feeling in the air during the fall season. Perhaps it’s the cooler weather or the leaves changing colors. But one could also argue that the distinct fall feeling also comes from the excitement building around the back-to-school season. This time of year, there is so much anticipation for new classes, friends, teachers,…
Read MoreQ&A: New Koozie Group CEO Pierre Montaubin on Sustainability, Sourcing, and Beyond
We caught up with Koozie Group’s new CEO Pierre Montaubin to discuss his new role as CEO, how his sourcing background would influence his work as CEO, the role sustainability plays in Koozie Group’s present and future, and more.
Read MorePence’s Indictment Jab T-shirt, ‘Dark Brandon’ Tote Bags, and the Current State of Political Merchandise
The world of political merchandise is meme-heavy and adversarial. Candidates capitalize on soundbites, memes, and even indictments for inspiration. The latest examples are Mike Pence’s “Too Honest” T-shirt and a collection of “Dark Brandon” Biden items.
Read MoreKoozie Group Names Pierre Montaubin as CEO
Koozie Group, Clearwater, FL, announced today that Pierre Montaubin was named CEO of Koozie Group and its sister company IMAGEN Brands, effective July 31, 2023.
Read MoreCrystal D Hires New Territory Managers
Crystal D, St. Paul, MN, has hired two new territory managers. Kristin Altenburg has been hired as the Midwest territory manager and Erika McCullough has been hired as the Northeast territory manager.
Read MoreLAX Phases Out Single-Use Water Bottles, Giving Customers Another Reason to Get Reusable Bottles
Los Angeles International Airport has now fully phased out single-use plastic water bottles, joining other California airports in Van Nuys and San Francisco, in an effort to minimize waste.
Read MoreThe St. Louis Cardinals’ Emo Night Shirt Is One of the Best Ballpark Giveaways We’ve Ever Seen
The St. Louis Cardinals made an absolutely genius T-shirt giveaway from Emo Night at the ballpark. It features a very sullen looking Cardinal, and uses the My Chemical Romance logo font, redesigned to say “My Cardinal Romance.”
Read MoreHospitality Mints Appoints Phil Sibinski in the Midwest
Jenny Domin, national sales manager of Hospitality Mints, announced the appointment of Phil Sibinski, MAS, to represent the supplier in the Midwest, effective July 1. “Phil has been a multi-line rep in the Midwest for many years, is highly respected, and we are thrilled he is on our team,”…
Read MoreRalph Lauren Brings ‘Fortnite’ Shoe to Real Life
The popularity of online gaming, especially free ones like Fortnite, has given rise to the concept of in-game purchases. A lot of those are things like weapons to use in the game or outfits for the character. With that popularity, brands have started putting their own “merchandise” in video games for characters to wear, like…
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