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Since 1980, BAG MAKERS (PPAI 111408, S10) has offered a collection of more than 100 products to the promotional products industry, as well as custom product design services. Recently, the Illinois-based supplier was recognized as one of 71 to win a PPAI Pyramid Award for 2023. BAG MAKERS received a Gold Pyramid award. It’s a feat the company has achieved before.
In 2022, the supplier was recognized in supplier decorating for excellent craftmanship. Jennifer McFadden, director of communications at BAG MAKERS, told PPAI, “We work closely with the distributors to understand the context behind each project – particular needs or challenges – and to learn how the products were used by the customer.”
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.
With the U.S. golf industry worth an estimated $84 billion in 2022 and more than 24.6 million Americans reportedly playing golf last year alone, Ball Pro (PPAI 112763, S8) remains at the top of its game for golf-related products.
The 31-year-old Eden, Minnesota-based company offers top-manufacturer golf balls, golf clubs, tournament kits and golf accessories, including brands such as Titleist, Bridgestone, TaylorMade, Callaway, Nike, Wilson and Pinnacle.
With its 2017 acquisition of Diversified-Adtee, Ball Pro expanded its product offerings to include quality kitchenware and additional golf products.
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.
BamBams (PPAI 255565, S9) started with roaring inflatable noisemakers, which they branded as BamBams. Today, the Virginia-based supplier offers hundreds of products while focusing on fun and original ideas for distributor clients.
Combining technology with a personal touch, the supplier is no stranger to industry accolades. In December 2022, distributor American Solutions For Business (PPAI 101656, D12) recognized the company as a Top Importer at its third annual Virtual Awards Ceremony.
BamBams earned the list in large part due to the industry’s faith in its ability to deliver, expressed through its perfect A+ SAGE Rating.
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.
For BEL Promo, the accolades keep coming. BEL Promo (PPAI 362224, S10) is a trusted promotional products supplier serving the industry. The Florida-based supplier offers one of the industry’s largest selections of drinkware including ceramic mugs, glassware, travel mugs and sports bottles.
In October 2022, BEL Promo announced the promotion of Susan Lewandowski to managing director. Lewandowski told PPAI, “We have only scratched the surface with our potential to become a top industry supplier. I am extremely excited for the future.” The longtime industry pro joined BEL Promo in 2018.
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.
3M Promotional Markets’ (PPAI 113638, S11) popular Post-it Notes have been a staple in the promotional products industry for more than 30 years and have been joined by dozens of new products since then. The company recently partnered with the Pantone Color Institute for a colorful refresh on its most popular product along with 11 new and updated collections.
Last year, the company announced it will discontinue manufacturing all fluoropolymers, fluorinated fluids and PFAS-based additive products by the end of 2025 to reduce or eliminate the presence of PFAS in the environment.