The Legacy Group (PPAI 698624) hosted its Legacy Exclusive Sales Event from August 4-7 in Chicago.

More than 160 industry professionals took part in two and half days of sales meetings and evening networking, culminating in a celebratory dinner cruise and fireworks over Lake Michigan.

• PPAI President and CEO, Drew Holmgreen, helped kick off the conference and shared his thoughts on the future of the industry and PPAI.

The 2025 Legacy Legends Award recipients are:

• Legacy Soft Goods Supplier of the Year $1MM+: SanMar
• Legacy Soft Goods Supplier of the Year Under $1MM: Cap America
• Legacy Hard Goods Supplier of the Year $1MM+: Hit Promotional Products
• Legacy Hard Goods Supplier of the Year Under $1MM: PowerStick
• Legacy Niche Supplier of the Year: Maple Ridge Farms
• Legacy Green Initiatives Supplier of the Year: Gemline
• Legacy Representative of the Year: Kathy Doyle, Par One

The TOM Show has announced a new addition to its regional collaboration for 2026.

The Three Rivers Advertising Specialty Association will join as a presenting partner for the week of January 19, 2026, alongside long-standing hosts Michigan Promotional Professionals Association and Ohio Promotional Professionals Association.

“We’re thrilled to welcome TRASA into the TOM Show partnership,” says Sydney Dych and LaDonna Belcher, executive directors of MIPPA and OPPA. “Its involvement brings fresh energy and expanded regional representation to the event. We’re looking forward to another exciting TOM Show experience!”

The 2026 TOM Show will kick off in New Castle, Pennsylvania on January 20, followed by stops in Columbus and Cleveland on January 21 and 22, and will conclude in Detroit on January 23.

Registration opens in late September.

Chipply (PPAI 810551) has announced the addition of three new team members: product managers Kathleen O’Donnell and Dylan Pinkus, as well as customer support specialist Dalin Kirn.

• O’Donnell brings over seven years of product management experience in the IT sector.
• Pinkus comes to Chipply with a career in technology and product roles focused on improving client and user experiences.

“Adding Kathleen and Dylan to our product team reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and to listening to our users,” says Melissa Hardwick, director of product management at Chipply. “Their combined experience and passion for creating meaningful product experiences will help us continue to lead the industry in innovation and service.”

A recent University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee graduate with a degree in communications, Kirn will work directly with customers to ensure satisfaction, provide guidance, and foster strong relationships that drive retention and loyalty.

“As Chipply grows, expanding our customer experience team is vital to continuing the high level of support our users expect,” says Grace Schettler, senior vice president of sales at Chipply. “Dalin’s strong communication skills and enthusiasm for helping others make her an excellent addition to the team, and we’re excited to see the positive impact she will have on our customers.”

Richardson Sports (PPAI 263149, Standard-Plus) has announced that it is serving as the official headwear sponsor of the 2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Throughout the tour, audiences will spot Richardson at fly shops, breweries and outdoor retailers across the country.