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Why You Should Consider A New Hire Welcoming Kit

Aug 2, 2024

Did you know that according to Gallup, only 12% of employees feel they have experienced a good onboarding experience? Onboarding is more than just filling out the mandatory HR paperwork and some tr...

5 Products Now Trending for 2024

Apr 12, 2024

5 Products Now Trending for 2024 What's fresh and new this year? Check out our five top products that are now #trending for 2024! Stanley Quencher H2.O FlowState(tm) Tumbler 40oz Gardena...

Oh My Gourd! 5 Drinkware Products to FALL For!

Sep 15, 2023

Do you love fall most of all? Needing drinkware that can keep beverages hot or cold, day or night? These beverage holders won't give you a fright! We put together the top five drinkware items tha...

Bursting with Vibrance!

Jul 7, 2023

Regarding promotional merchandise, nothing grabs attention quite like vibrant colors. Colorful apparel items make a bold fashion statement and serve as powerful marketing tools for your brand. Whet...

The Best in Athlesiure

Jun 23, 2023

Athleisure is a versatile clothing style that combines athletic apparel with fashionable leisurewear elements. It encompasses a wide range of items, including leggings, joggers, sweatshirts, hoodie...

8 Promotional Product Ideas for Students of All Ages

Apr 21, 2023

Whether it's a Big 12 university or an elementary school, people love to show off their school spirit! So, we chose eight promotional products that are perfect for both students and teachers of all...

Terrific Shirt Promos!

Mar 31, 2023

Shirts are one of the hottest promotional products on the market. How can you personalize this fashion staple and make your mark in your industry? Look no further, for we have five promotional shir...

Never Get Cold with These 5 Unique Sweatshirts

Mar 16, 2023

A cozy sweatshirt is perfect for those cold office days or a trip to the mountains. Since athleisure is all the rage nowadays, take part in this trend with a warm sweatshirt. Here are a few option...

5 Unique Products for Healthcare

Feb 17, 2023

When you think about creating a fundraiser or give-back event involving healthcare, what kind of promo items come to mind? Today, I've found five unique healthcare promo products that are sure to p...

Hip Hip Hooray for Education!

Jan 27, 2023

Are you looking for a fun way to show off your school spirit? Whether you are at an elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these promotional products are sure to be a big hit wi...

Encore-Worthy Promo products

Sep 16, 2022

Dance is a world-renowned artform that converts song into movement and story. Ballet dancers are known for grace, athleticism, and musicality. Whether you have a dancer in your life or celebrate th...

Top 5 Promo Products for 5Ks and Marathons

Apr 22, 2022

Hosting your next 5K? Running out of ideas for what to giveaway at your next marathon? If so, check out these great promotional products. These items are proven to get people talking and will make ...

Case Study: The Techno Pup!

Mar 20, 2022

A software company creates attention at tradeshow events with custom plush animal mascot giveaways. This plush Leonberger Dog Mascot for the company as giveaways at trade shows and other marketing ...

Case Study: Write to Paradise!

Mar 6, 2022

A 5 Star Resort wanted to ensure its guests received the best experience. To encourage feedback on services provided, guests were offered a coupon for use at their next visit in return for com...

Everything You Need to Know About Flash Drives

Feb 19, 2022

In today's digital age, where everything is stored in the cloud, you may think that flash drives have gone the way of the floppy disc. But we're here to tell you that these handy little hard drives...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Feb 5, 2022

What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...

Case Study: Sign the Deal

Jan 21, 2022

In the fall, a car dealership introduced a new model and promoted it to potential customers. The car dealer purchased a mailing list and merged it with its own database. The Ranger Stylus Sati...

Tried and True: Classic Promotional Products

Jan 7, 2022

There are some things out there that are just undisputed classics – and when you think of a classic, what goes to your mind? Maybe it's a classic car like a 1950s era Cadillac, or perhaps it'...

Case Study: Take a Map!

Dec 17, 2021

Objective: A university wanted a practical handout to give to prospective students, alumni, and other campus visitors. The handout was intended for first-time visitors and those who hadn't been o...

How to Choose Uniforms the Whole Team Will Love

Dec 3, 2021

If you've been in the workforce for a couple of years, you've probably had to wear a company uniform at one point or another! Across all industries, trades, and professions, uniforms are common &nd...

Wooing Discerning Celebs with the CARSON Double Wall Bolero Tumbler

Nov 19, 2021

What do you get the celebrity-chef-turned-travel-show-host who has everything? How about the VP of Paid Media at a premier hotel chain you'd love to snag an advertising deal with? Brands like Tra...

Eight Cool Gifts to Keep the Drinks Flowing

Nov 5, 2021

Have you ever opened a bottle of wine or had a great glass of whiskey and thought to yourself: this would make an excellent gift? Maybe the person you're giving a gift to already has a preferred be...

Trending Fall and Winter Apparel

Sep 24, 2021

Seasons are changing, and it's time to pack away your tank tops and shorts and bring the sweaters, boots, and scarves out of storage. Wardrobes need a little refreshing to match the new colder weat...

Case Study: Time for a Rebrand

Jul 23, 2021

Objective: A university had just completed a major rebrand complete with a new logo and wanted to make sure they had all the necessary branded items for functions throughout the year. They had prev...

Case Study: Create Your Own Reality

Jul 9, 2021

Description: Custom Cardboard Virtual Reality v2 Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A leave behind for Field Marketing Account Managers to help convert business from the...

Case Study: Staying Safe for Back-to-School

May 10, 2021

A private school held an online meeting to outline plans for returning to school safely during the Coronavirus pandemic. As a follow-up, the school sent information packets to students' parents. Ea...

8 Items for Restaurant Promos that Sizzle

Apr 26, 2021

Have you heard the word? Indoor dining is back, baby! For restaurants, bars, cafes, and more looking to spread the good news that they're fully operational again, promotional products are a great ...

Case Study: Promo'd to a Tee

Apr 11, 2021

As part of a newly developed corporate social responsibility initiative, an insurance company instituted an annual “give back” day where employee groups volunteered in their communities...

12 Promotional Products for Safe Travels

Mar 28, 2021

Whether you're traveling by plane or by car, it's important to stay safe and comfortable. As COVID-19 cases continue to fall and the amount of vaccinated people rises, business travel is beginning ...

Case Study: Masks and Casks

Mar 14, 2021

When a distillery was launching a new line of spirits, they collaborated with a large chain of liquor stores to promote their new products. The stores gave all employees PrevaGuard(tm) Face Masks i...

Tasty Products to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

Feb 27, 2021

If you're looking for a crowd-pleaser of a promotion, consider candy! Few people can resist the delicious charms of a tasty treat, and giving someone a sweet gift is a great way to have them rememb...

6 Mood-Boosting Promo Products to Beat the Winter Blues

Feb 13, 2021

Winter can be a hard season for lots of people. Between the colder weather, shorter daylight hours, and increased social isolation this year, many folks will feel the winter blues. Also known as Se...

What Makes Gen Z Tick?

Jan 30, 2021

It's the 2020s, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may w...

6 Products to Make Flu Season a Little Easier

Jan 16, 2021

As the weather turns cooler and the leaves change color, cold and flu season begins to rear its ugly head. Cold and flu season typically starts in the fall and peaks in January and February, and th...

Case Study: A Getaway Promotion

Jan 2, 2021

A resort wanted to make sure guests felt safe as they reopened after COVID-19 stay-at-home orders were lifted. At check-in, they chose to provide each guest with a Fold-Up Cinch Corner Tote to ke...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Dec 19, 2020

Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks – think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cu...

5 Phone Accessories to Help You Get a Grip

Dec 4, 2020

It's pretty safe to say that cell phones are a ubiquitous part of everyday life. In any room with more than a few people in it, you're likely to find a few phone screens lighting up in someone's ha...

Case Study: A StuPENdous Promotion

Nov 20, 2020

Description: Dart Pen Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A data storage company wanted an item they could put on their company store website in which branches or divisions could purc...

Case Study: You Can Count on Us

Nov 6, 2020

The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavi...

6 Purr-fect Products for Keeping Pets Occupied at Home

Oct 22, 2020

Pet owners who have been working from home over the past few months have had their hands full. Juggling work along with dogs or cats requires attention, and many pets have likely adjusted to having...

Mask Mania!

Oct 8, 2020

It's safe to say that the humble face mask is one of 2020's most popular products, and it isn't difficult to figure out why. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Preven...

Case Study: Have a Seat

Sep 24, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, a non-profit healthcare provider needed additional waiting room seating for their clinics and health centers across the state. As a non-profit, they needed an affor...

Case Study: Don't Bottle It Up

Sep 10, 2020

An oil & gas company was building employee gift packages that would appeal to their entire workforce during the COVID-19 public health crisis. With employees working both at home and continuing to ...

8 Essential Office Supplies for Remote Workers

Aug 27, 2020

Since the CDC declared the COVID-19 virus a pandemic on March 11, 2020, various shelter-in-place and social distancing rules have been put into place to help slow the rate of infected peoples in th...

Case Study: Work it Out!

Aug 13, 2020

A nationwide insurance company shifted their employees out of their field offices to at-home workspaces due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Their HR team was tasked with providing a team appreciation ...

Case Study: The Write Way

Jul 30, 2020

Item: WideBody(r) Message Pen Purpose: Inform people about range of services Audience: Clients and general public A chiropractic office wanted to inform clients and others about their range o...

Business Travel: How COVID-19 Changes Everything

Jul 16, 2020

“Business as usual.” The common phrase people use when everything resets and goes back to a normal routine. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the safety of employees as the numb...

Case Study: Info in a Flash

Jul 1, 2020

Item: 8GB Custom USB 2.0 Flash Drive Purpose: Provide information about the school and programs Audience: Students and prospective students A community college was looking for a unique way to...

6 Promotional Signs to Let Customers Know You’re Open For Business

Jun 17, 2020

As restaurants, salons, retail stores, and more begin reopening the doors, many business owners are trying to think of bold ways to visually attract customers to their businesses. From curbside foo...

5 Promo Products for the Stay-at-Home Worker

Jun 3, 2020

Working from home has become the norm these days. It's also becoming increasingly difficult to separate our professional lives from our personal lives. From trying to make deadlines, cooking dinner...

Products and Tips to Boost Your Work From Home Productivity

May 19, 2020

With all the shelter in place and social distancing rules to help flatten the curve of COVID-19, more people are working remotely than ever before. It's important to make sure your at-home workplac...

5 Quick Pick-Me-Ups You Can Send Your Employees at Home Right Now

May 5, 2020

Show your staff some much needed appreciation while they work from home with these inexpensive and mailable products. While many people are getting used to the “new normal” of working ...

Take it To-Go: 8 Restaurant Takeout Essentials

Apr 21, 2020

The way restaurant patrons experience dining out has changed immensely since coronavirus cases have begun popping up in the U.S. Restaurants that were once packed to the brim with happy diners are ...

6 Fun Products for Keeping Kids Occupied at Home

Apr 21, 2020

Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced many schools and daycares to close, millions of children are experiencing a major disruption in their daily lives. Parents working from home may be struggl...

Promo Products to Help Alleviate the Quarantine Blues

Apr 21, 2020

We're all in the same boat. Staying at home to help curve the COVID-19 statistics we see every day popping up on the news. While we are doing our part by staying apart, it's easy to fall into a fun...

Case Study: Zip It Up

Apr 3, 2020

Description: Hit Sports Pack with Front Zipper Industry: Broadcast Media/Telecommunication What it was purchased for: A cellular provider needed giveaways for an event at a major university...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Mar 11, 2020

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, “killing” chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defin...

Let's Get Physical With These Activewear Promo Products

Feb 26, 2020

Activewear promotional products are a great option for company wellness programs, fitness centers, or any brand promoting an active lifestyle! Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness ...

Case Study: Sometimes You Just Need to Vent

Feb 5, 2020

Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within the...

Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Oct 8, 2019

If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popul...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Sep 19, 2019

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles…oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your b...

Case Study: The Weather is Snow Joke

Sep 4, 2019

Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip. Th...

Case Study: Where Has Your Pen Been?

Aug 21, 2019

Products Javalina Splash(r) Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called “Where has your pen been?”...

Yes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens

Aug 7, 2019

Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the “write” one can ...

Case Study: Spec-Tacular Promotions

Jul 24, 2019

Description: CUSTOM Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: The end user wanted to give something away at this year's Spring Break in Jamaica for an MTV event tha...

Perk up Your Promotions With These 6 Coffee Products

Jul 10, 2019

Coffee enthusiasts will love these promotional products that look like they're straight from the coffee shop! Millions of people drink coffee and tea every day, even multiple times a day which mean...

8 Promo Products That Will Have You Ready For Spring

May 1, 2019

Here comes the sun! With spring in full swing, it's time to shake off the cold and embrace these colorful products that will be sure to brighten your day. Garden Kit Test your green thumb with ...

Case Study: 3D is the Key

Apr 17, 2019

A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of p...

5 Men's Wearable Promotional Products for the Office and Beyond

Apr 3, 2019

It's fun giving out promotional products like fidget spinners and stress balls, but sometimes you need an option for the guy that likes to keep it a bit more professional. These business casual ...

Case Study: Attract New Customers

Mar 20, 2019

As part of their new corporate wellness program, the company wanted to stress the importance of healthy nutrition to its employees. Along with literature, discount memberships at a local health clu...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Mar 5, 2019

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

10 Luxurious Products for Your VIP Customers

Feb 19, 2019

Most people crave the feeling of class, power, and status that comes with enjoying luxury products. Those who claim they don't, just haven't gotten a chance to experience it for free. So, what bett...

Case Study: Sharper Students

Feb 5, 2019

Description: Pencil Sharpener Industry: Construction What it was purchased for: A shipyard in a major city harbor has advocates who go out to local schools to promote shipbuilding. These advocate...

5 Corporate Gifts Your Clients Will Love

Jan 22, 2019

Corporate gifts are a great way to thank your clients for keeping you in business. When done right, they can also function as employee rewards/incentives. Here are a few of our favorite promotional...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Jan 8, 2019

Sometimes it's good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The products...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Dec 25, 2018

A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...

Drink It In: 6 Drinkware Products to Quench Your Thirst

Dec 11, 2018

What better way to put your money where your mouth is than to add your logo to some stylish drinkware? We have six unique picks to inspire your next drinkware order! Moscow Mule Gift Set Cheers...

8 Fall Promo Products

Nov 27, 2018

As the weather cools down, we're having dreams of color changing leaves and all the fall themed events and promotions to come. From Halloween parties to homecoming football games, there are plenty...

Case Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!

Nov 13, 2018

Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the studen...

10 Must-Have Tech Products and Accessories

Oct 29, 2018

If you want to give your brand a modern and fresh new identity try throwing some cutting-edge tech gadgets into your marketing mix. The wave of wireless charging options, portable speakers, and wea...

Why You Need Promotional Products

Oct 15, 2018

In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old – promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest adv...

5 Awesome Recreational Wearables

Oct 1, 2018

Did you know that wearables are the #1 best-received promotional product? Add your logo to these fresh wearables and make your brand a walking advertisement with innumerable impressions all year lo...

25 Insane Facts About Promotional Products

Sep 17, 2018

You don't have to work in the field of promotional products to notice the impact they can have on any organization's marketing efforts. As the most effective medium of advertising across all genera...

7 Promo Products That Will Get the Party Started

Sep 3, 2018

Do you remember the birthday parties you went to when you were a kid? And the party favors you received at the end of the festivities? Sometimes, those parting gifts were the highlight of the party...

How to Protect Your Business From Hackers

Aug 20, 2018

Business owners have a lot to lose in the event of an unfortunate data breach. From intellectual property to customer lists to bank account numbers, hackers have their eyes set on the most invaluab...

6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors

Aug 6, 2018

A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a ...

Resort Incentive Yields Oceans of Opportunity

Jul 23, 2018

A five-star resort that frequently hosts corporate events for Fortune 500 companies wanted to reach out to corporate guests to entice them to return for family vacations. The goal was for the guest...

Charity Fundraiser

Jul 9, 2018

The organizer of a charity fundraiser wanted to add an element of fun and excitement to their door prize giveaways. As each guest arrived, they were given a Mardi Gras Jubilee pen and instructions ...

The Best Promotional Products for Sports Fanatics

Jul 5, 2018

With football season right around the corner, people are gearing up to support their favorite teams. Whether they're grilling hot dogs at a tailgate or cheering in the stands, fans love wearing al...

9 Promotional Products for Tech Wizards

Jul 5, 2018

Did you know that American consumers own, on average, at least three connected devices? Add your logo to these top tech accessories and your company will become a part of your customers' daily live...

Success on Campus

Jun 25, 2018

A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most stud...

Case Study: Financial Industry

Jun 26, 2019

Products Javalina(r) Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing ...

6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers

Jun 12, 2019

These promotional products will be music to your ears! There are all kinds of music lovers out there, from fans of rock to jazz and everything in between, that would love to get any of these music-...

7 Camping Promotional Products for the Great Outdoors

May 27, 2019

Whether you're looking to relax and recharge or seeking adventure, getting out into nature provides everyone some peace and quiet from our regular lives. Help your customers enjoy the great outd...