It has become common practice for promotional products companies to release their environmental, social and governance or sustainability impact reports during Earth Month (April).These reports highlight promo firms’ corporate social responsibili...

Regional associations in the promotional products industry gained a total of 298 companies as new members in 2024, according to the latest survey results from PPAI Research.However, both supplier and distributor membership decreased from 2023, w...

They come from all corners of the promotional products world – distributors, suppliers and business service firms of every size – but they share one thing in common: a relentless drive to lead, innovate and lift others as they rise.Each year, PP...

You probably know one – maybe you are one: The irreplaceable person. The key man. The woman we can’t afford to lose.They’re the keeper of all wisdom, the one who can fix a problem faster than most people can describe it. They’ve been around fore...

Apparel suppliers are gearing up to introduce fresh looks and retail-inspired styles in all the best-selling categories, from polos and quarter-zips to hoodies and headwear. Here’s a sneak peek at what to expect in 2026.Cerulean – A Vibrant Medi...

Microbreweries and wineries are redefining how people enjoy a drink, blending craftsmanship with community. The U.S. is home to more than 2,000 microbreweries and nearly 11,000 wineries, most of them small, family-owned businesses rooted in their lo...

The days of promotional products being viewed as “free stuff” are long gone. By 2026, they have evolved into lifestyle companions – items that consumers choose to use, keep and often showcase.Promo products are more than effective marketing tool...

Qualifying leads seems like a straightforward activity. You find the prospects worth pursuing and let go of the ones who aren’t a good fit. However, it’s easy to get bogged down in the “maybes.” You could spend hours on leads who just wanted to lear...

As the saying goes, history repeats itself.When the internet first arrived in the workplace, many companies were unsure how it would fit into business. Some dismissed it as a distraction, while others adopted it without thinking through policies...