Storm Creek (PPAI 438091, Gold), PPAI 100’s No. 33 supplier, has achieved bluesign PRODUCT status, becoming the first U.S.-based supplier in the promotional products industry to earn this globally respected certification.

• Seventy-five Storm Creek pullover and quarter-zip styles are officially certified as bluesign PRODUCT.
• To qualify, a garment must contain at least 90% bluesign-approved fabrics and 40% bluesign-approved components and be produced in facilities that meet strict environmental and social responsibility criteria.

“This achievement isn’t about being first – it’s about being accountable,” says Laura Smith, sustainability and compliance manager at Storm Creek. “Having 75 products officially recognized as bluesign PRODUCT shows that this work is built into our design and sourcing process – not treated as a one-off. It validates the care we put into selecting materials, partners, and processes that protect people, conserve resources and raise the bar for our industry.”

Fully Promoted (PPAI 240143, Gold), PPAI 100’s No. 51 distributor, has ranked on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 once again, this year coming in at No. 404, up from No. 423 in 2025.

• The brand also ranked No. 1 in the Embroidery & Screen Printing category.

“For 47 years, the Franchise 500 has been the gold standard for identifying franchise excellence. This year’s ranking proves that the best brands don’t just survive changing markets; they thrive in them,” says Jason Feifer, Entrepreneur magazine’s editor-in-chief. “These 500 companies represent some of the most reliable pathways to business ownership in America, each one vetted through our rigorous analysis of what actually drives franchisee success.”

Chipply (PPAI 810551) has announced the promotion of Meghan Brazzelle to senior manager of sales and operations. Brazzelle previously served as senior territory manager and has been with Chipply since July 2024.

• During her time at Chipply, Brazzelle has played a key role in creating and refining standard operating procedures, helping to streamline processes and improve efficiency across the sales organization.
• She has also been instrumental in educating sales team members on best practices, including the effective use of Chipply’s CRM and other sales technologies, the company says.

“Meghan has consistently demonstrated a strong ability to think strategically while also improving the day-to-day execution of our sales operations,” says Chipply CEO Angie Hardwick. “Her passion for process, technology and team development makes her a natural fit for this role.”