The Virginia Promo Bill Isn’t the First of Its Kind

The Virginia House of Delegates held a hearing yesterday on a bill that would prohibit government agencies from purchasing branded products. In its summary, House Bill 1913, otherwise known as the Virginia Public Procurement Act proposed by Del. Amanda Batten, says: prohibited contracts; agency-branded marketing materials. Prohibits state agencies from entering into any contract for…

Koozie Group Exceeds Keep It. Give It. Factor Goal

Koozie Group announced that 77% of its product assortment — a total of 1,944 items — has earned the organization’s Keep It. Give It. (KG) Factor designation, which identifies products whose designs lessen environmental impact through longevity. The comp[any’s goal was to reach the 50% mark by 2024.

NC Custom’s Deborah Gaspar Elected to SAAGNY Foundation Board

Deborah Gaspar, vice president of marketing for NC Custom, Hicksville, New York, has been elected a trustee of the Specialty Advertising Association of Greater New York (SAAGNY) Foundation Board. In this role, she will aid the foundation’s mission to connect with and support the local tri-state communities through charitable…

AEW Star Wrestles With Mask Designer In Court Over Branded Merchandise

AEW wrestler Luchasaurus, also known as Austin Matelson in normal life, is known for wearing a dinosaur mask in the ring. Now that he’s getting some acclaim as the cold-blooded wrestling star, it makes sense that he and AEW would want to sell some merchandise featuring his likeness. But, the company that made his mask,…

SnugZ USA Donates $125,000 to Wounded Warrior Project

During the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas, SnugZ USA, West Jordan, Utah, presented a check to Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) for a total of $125,000 to show its continued support to the veteran organization from Basecamp sales. What began with a speaking engagement by wounded warrior Dan Nevins in 2015 has led to a partnership…

Hurley and NASCAR Release Co-Branded Anniversary Apparel

Hurley, a brand synonymous with surfing and other action sports, is partnering with another high-octane sports culture — NASCAR — for a co-branded apparel line to celebrate the NASCAR’s 75th anniversary season this year.

Geiger Announces Robert Wozniak as New CFO

Geiger announced this week that it has hired Robert Wozniak to the position of chief financial officer. Wozniak previously served as the vice president of finance, merger and acquisitions, and financial planning analysis, where he oversaw four acquisitions by Geiger.