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2024 Gift Guide
After a slow start to the year, it’s time to bring the gifting cheer. Here are the products and trends to consider for Q4.
Top Stories
The U.K.’s Biggest Promo Trade Show Kicks Off the Holiday Merch Gifting Season
Merchandise World was held Sept. 11 in Milton Keynes, England.
Federal Government Finalizes Tariff Increase on China-Made Steel, Aluminum
While promo executives are working to determine what precise impacts may be, some think the steeper levies could lead to higher prices on products that contain such materials, like drinkware.
PRINTING United Expo: The Promotional Products Opportunity for Printers
ASI’s Michele Bell and Nate Kucsma explained the growing markets and opportunities in the promo space at the trade show.
PPPC NATCON Energizes Suppliers & Distributors for Q4 & Beyond
The annual Canadian convention, held in Toronto this week, featured a number of new events, first-time exhibitors and the highly anticipated PPPC Awards.
Latest News
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The Latest Trend in Casual Fashion? Boxers for Women
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6 Steps to a High-Performance Email Marketing Strategy
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PCNA Partners With Vitruvi
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In The News - September 2024
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PRINTING United Expo 2024: General Trends From the Show Floor
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PRINTING United Expo 2024: Panelists Detail How To Be Successful in Both Print & Promo
Product Hub
Products
Joe’s Faves: On the Road
These creative product solutions will ensure recipients’ cars are well-stocked for road trips and travel emergencies alike.
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Falling for New Promo
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Meaningful Corporate Gifts & Incentives
Whether it’s for employee recognition, customer retention or celebrating milestones, the right corporate gift goes a long way toward improving company morale and driving business goals.
Thom Browne Prevails Again Against Adidas in Trademark Dust Up
Following court wins in the United States, the fashion house has now successfully defeated the sportswear giant’s lawsuit in a German court.
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PromoPlacement Expands Recruitment Services to the Print Sector
The firm says it’s making the strategic move as the print and promo product worlds increasingly intertwine.
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Custom Ink Shifts Toward Digital Production, Partnering With Kornit Digital
The Counselor Top 40 distributor said it’s transitioning a significant share of its printing to direct-to-garment production, working with Kornit fulfillers around the world.
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Edwards Garment Promotes Three to Sales Leadership Roles
The Counselor Top 40 firm said that Brian Deissroth, Chip Danby and Ronda Kokenge will be instrumental in driving growth.
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Charles River Apparel Promotes Jason Lipsett to President, Appoints New CRO
Lipsett represents the third generation of executive leadership at the family-owned supplier and recently led the search for Adam Heaslewood, the newest member of the company’s C-suite.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
Report: Single-Use Bag Bans Cutting Plastic Waste
The Ocean Conservancy said it found a 29% reduction in plastic grocery bags on beaches following an uptick in statewide bans.
Sustainability
Patagonia Joins Pack4Good, a Sustainable Packaging Initiative
The outdoor apparel brand will be developing and scaling next-generation materials to reduce reliance on logging for creating paper packaging.
Sustainability
Storm Creek Joins bluesign as System Partner
An executive at the Swiss sustainable textile firm said the U.S.-based supplier is setting an “inspiring example for the entire promotional products industry” when it comes to sustainability efforts.
Plan Now for the New Year: How Custom, Full-Color Calendars Bring 365 Days of Impressions
Mark your calendars â it's time to start talking to clients about their marketing and branding needs for the new year . Make the sale by explaining how they can achieve continued brand...
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PRINTING United Expo 2024: Mastering the Efficiencies of Direct Mail
Panelists at PRINTING United Expo laid out the nuances of the direct mail world, from postal price loopholes to automation hacks.
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PRINTING United Expo 2024: Trends in Drinkware Products & Decoration Techniques
Advancements in UV printing, allover prints and the “bigger is better” style were among the popular focuses at the show.
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Infographic: Supply Chain Concerns in Canada
State of the Industry research for Canadian promo shows that supply chain-induced unease lessened between 2022 and 2023. Still, challenges persist.
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PRINTING United Expo 2024: 3 Apparel Trends From the Show Floor
Colorful tees, bold neutrals, digital print and pre-treated convenience were all in play.
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