Love or Fear: Pick One

Most psychology experts agree that there are only two primary emotions: love and fear. All positive emotions are derived from love. All negative emotions are derived from fear. For business owners and sales professionals, success starts with making the right choice. Choice 1. Love When we love what we do, everything brings us joy, excitement,…

Trader Joe’s Is Suing Worker’s Union Over Merchandise Trademark

Trader Joe’s United, the union representing Trader Joe’s employees, has been selling merchandise like apparel, buttons, bags, and coffee mugs as a means of raising funds. However, the grocery store chain is now claiming that the union is infringing on its copyright by using certain imagery and markings on the products.

Our Favorite Women’s World Cup Promo Merchandise (So Far)

The FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off next week in Australia and New Zealand. It seems like the men’s tournament just ended yesterday, but we’re pretty excited for more international excitement. And, in addition to the action on the pitch, we’re looking forward to seeing how promotional products and print installations play a role in…

Proforma Wins GDUSA Inhouse Design Award for 12th Consecutive Year

Proforma, Cleveland, celebrated another victory as its esteemed Marketing Team wins two of Graphic Design USA’s American Inhouse Design Awards. The Proforma Marketing Team received recognition for its 2023 Annual Product Catalog as well as its “The ProShop” direct mail campaign, both expertly tailored to meet the diverse needs of the expansive Proforma Distributor Owner…

How Urban Outfitters Is Using AI to Predict Buyer Trends and Customer Demand

Artificial Intelligence platforms like Midjourney have plenty of implications for apparel designers. You can theoretically plug in an art prompt and end up with a printable image in minutes, if not seconds. Urban Outfitters is showing how AI can be used for more of the behind-the-scenes and business side of things, using AI platform o9…

BamBams Acquires Visual Promotions to Boost Print-On-Demand Capabilities

BamBams LLC, Manassas, VA, announced yesterday that it has acquired Visual Promotions, a promotional products supplier based in Sealy, Texas. The official announcement was made to both companies on July 7, 2023. “The opportunity made sense because of the meaningful synergies, adding significant production capacity and new products to our business,” said BamBams president and…

Hirsch Announces New CEO

Hirsch, Houston, announced a shift in its management structure. Paul Hirsch will serve as the CEO of the organization. Peter Hirsch, Hirsch’s founder and Paul’s father, will retain his role as president. “Paul’s elevation to CEO further places him in the leadership role for the continued growth of Hirsch Inc.,” Peter Hirsch said. “He has…