In the hands of a skilled designer, printer, embroiderer or craftsman, decorating adds the wow factor that can transform almost any product into an instant fan favorite.In this year’s PPAI Pyramid Awards in Supplier Decorating, judges awarded go...

“Robotics” used to sound like something futuristic and far off, like robot butlers or flying cars. But it’s not so space-age anymore. Robotics are part of everyday life, from helping vacuum floors to nudging drivers back into their own lanes. Before...

Access benchmarking information to compare your company's key performance indicators to others in your competitive segment through this 2026 PPAI Magazine special report.Expand and download the report below.PPAI 0726_StateOfGrowthDownload ...

Running your own merch business has plenty of perks, but it can also get lonely. When you spend most of your days working from home, it’s easy to realize you haven’t connected with another industry peer in weeks. The good news? You can build a commu...

The branded merchandise industry enters mid-year 2026 with strong consumer relevance, positive but measured growth and a rapidly changing operating environment.Demand isn’t the core problem. Consumers continue to value useful, well-designed merc...

As the world continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and consumers’ attention spans are at an all-time low, suppliers and distributors are constantly searching for the “next best way” to increase growth within the branded merchandise industry.Tradi...

Professional development doesn’t have to mean going back to school or carving out travel time for conferences. Often, little things like reading an article or listening to a podcast can make the biggest impact. And with resources like PPAI Advance, ...

After the Knicks’ historic win, their first championship in 53 years, New York City held a massive parade on June 18.  Along the parade route, orange and blue Knicks-themed trash bins were stationed to keep the city clean. One such bin was empt...

Last year's Pride Month was something of a low financially, and it was largely a reflection of the political moment. There was a significant scale-back by brands on Pride-related spending compared to recent years, and the majority of those brands po...