iPROMOTEu (PPAI 218870, Platinum), PPAI 100’s No. 6 distributor, hosted its annual A Woman’s View event at its 2026 Annual Networking Reception during The PPAI Expo.

  • This year’s event, themed “Rise & Thrive,” was inspired by the confidence and leadership demonstrated by women working in the branded merchandise industry.


Hosted by nationally recognized media personality Anji Corley, the reception featured a high-energy program designed to encourage women to embrace their leadership journeys while lifting one another along the way.

“A Woman’s View continues to be a powerful reminder of what’s possible when women come together with intention and purpose,” says Lori Bauer, CEO of iPROMOTEu. “We are proud to host this annual event to create space for dynamic women to reconnect and show support for one another, both personally and professionally.”

We are proud to host this annual event to create space for dynamic women to reconnect and show support for one another.”

Lori Bauer

CEO, iPROMOTEu

The A Woman’s View Visionary Awards were presented to three women recognized for their leadership, innovation and commitment to the promotional products community over the last year:

2025 Supplier Visionary Award
Jodie Schillinger, MAS, executive vice president of Maple Ridge Farms, PPAI 100’s No. 49 supplier

2025 Affiliate Visionary Award
Dawn Lemons, owner of Impact Branding Unlimited

2025 Owner Visionary Award
An’drea Boren, founder and president of Top Tier Branding

“A Woman’s View is one of my favorite events of the year because it brings so much energy and joy into one room,” says Emily Codner, director of affiliate services at iPROMOTEu and a 2023 PPAI Rising Star. “What makes it especially meaningful is knowing we are helping create opportunities and empowerment for the next generation of women building their careers in promotional products.”

A Woman’s View is one of my favorite events of the year because it brings so much energy and joy into one room.”

Emily Codner

Director of Affiliate Services, iPROMOTEu

Luxury raffles from gift sponsors Stark Premium and Incentive Concepts, PPAI 100’s No. 74 supplier, included:

Courtesy of Stark Premium:

  • Kendra Scott Elise Pendant Necklace
  • 3-piece Lilly Pulitzer Gift Pack
  • Marc Jacobs Medium Traveler Tote

Courtesy of Incentive Concepts

  • Cole Haan Shoulder Bag


The 2026 Women’s Advisory Council was also announced, bringing together a mix of iPROMOTEu affiliates and staff to coordinate upcoming A Woman’s View educational and networking opportunities.

The 2026 A Woman’s View Webinar Series kicks off on March 11, from 1-2 p.m. with a discussion on 2026 trends and how to use promotional products to go beyond the buzz.