Author and motivational speaker Felice Leonardo Buscaglia opined that “Change is the end result of all true learning.” The University of Southern California professor must not have met too many Amazon shoppers before passing away in 1998, as a few might have vehemently objected to his stance. That possibility became apparent recently when their favorite…
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Selling Pride Merchandise? You Might Want to Consider Where It’s Made
The New York Times recently published an article delving into the manufacturing origins of some pride apparel, and the findings aren’t exactly positive. Retailers like H&M, Target, Primark and Levi Strauss have been known to manufacture their merchandise in countries where it is illegal to be gay, or where gay individuals are regularly persecuted…
U.S. Textile Industry Pushing Hard for Tariffs on Chinese Apparel
In President Trump’s initial list of products subject to tariffs, home textiles were notably absent (although types of textiles machinery were included). But the National Council of Textile Organizations is calling for Chinese textiles and finished apparel to be added to the official roster, according to Home Textiles Today…
BIC Graphic Expert Series – Technology
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.
New 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…
The 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…
Last 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!…
U.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…
Apparently 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…
Delegate 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…
