PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
In business since 1943, Sun Coast Merchandise (PPAI 113083, S12) is a leader in custom design and sourcing. The California-based supplier, which does business as Sunscope, has over 50 years of experience in custom design and manufacturing and has been sourcing and importing from locations around the globe for nearly 80 years.
Sunscope was founded in Hong Kong and expanded globally across Asia, Europe and North America. Headquartered in Commerce, California, Sunscope focuses on large scale product development, shipping to North America and across the globe.
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
Tekweld (PPAI 266346, S4) says it prides itself on being a cutting-edge supplier, sourcing unique items that are hard to find anywhere else. Domestically produced items are made daily while also maintaining an office in Mainland China to ensure high quality.
Last August, Tekweld brought on Gregg Szpicek as Vice President of Business Development to help scale and strategize on its growth trajectory. Well-known and respected within the promotional products industry, Szpicek will oversee the development of Tekweld’s new channels and strategic initiatives. Ray Rodriguez, the 35-year industry veteran, announced in June 2023 that he would step down from his post as VP of sales and marketing.
Tekweld continues to be involved in the industry. President Taylor Tadmor is a member of PPAI’s technology committee for 2023, advising on trends that could reshape the industry.
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
Terry Town (PPAI 230911, S7) stands tall on the 2023 PPAI 100. Since 1988, Terry Town has made high quality a top priority. Through uphill battles, changes to its business model and an entire product-focus overhaul, Terry Town has become one of the leading suppliers of towels, blankets and home accessories while continually operating as a family business.
In February, Terry Town celebrated its 35th birthday this year. Sy Ereren, Terry Town owner, founder and president, says, “We’ve created a culture that thrives off collaboration, hard work, and having each other’s back,” Ereren says. “Being able to work with such talented colleagues has allowed us to grow to where we are today.”
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
The Magnet Group (PPAI 338534, S11) has earned its reputation as a dependable and innovative supplier, and has grown by leaps and bounds in the past decade with the addition of dozens of new product categories and brands, such as Senator Pens and Castelli.
In recent months, the Washington, Missouri-based company has added numerous new hires including industry veteran Steve Parker as regional sales manager. It has also promoted many individuals such as Nikki Hudson to customer success lead, Matt McCluggage to senior sales manager, and Gigi Robles and Angela Caldwell to regional inside sales lead West Coast and Midwest, respectively.