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Sami Marshak

  • Contributing Writer

Sami uses data-backed evidence, research, and visualization to help promo companies make more informed decisions, and contributes to ASI Media's award-winning news coverage.

Exclusive: How Much Trump & Biden Are Spending on Promo

Trump has significantly reduced his merch spending compared to previous elections, whil...

State of the Industry: #Counselor70 Data Through the Decades

While the goal – chronicling the state of the promo industry – has been the same for 47...

State of the Industry: Combatting ‘Anti-Swag’ Sentiment

‘Anti-swag’ sentiment has been on the rise, but distributors can combat it with strong ...

Counselor Distributor Entrepreneur of the Year 2024: Joseph Sommer, Whitestone Branding

Intent on carving his own path since he was a kid, this entrepreneur has found success ...

End-Buyer Research: West

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

End-Buyer Research: South

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Amy Rabideau Joins Top 40 Supplier Hit Promotional Products

The industry veteran will spearhead the Florida-headquartered firm’s e-commerce and tec...

End-Buyer Research: Northeast

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Crystal D Names Director of Operations, VP of Strategic Accounts

The Minnesota-based corporate gift supplier made moves in its senior leadership by prom...

End-Buyer Research: Midwest

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

End-Buyer Research: Females

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

The Bright Side: Overture Promotions Hits 6-Year Milestone With Domestic Violence Shelter

The woman-owned Top 40 distributor announces award recognition in accordance with its i...

End-Buyer Research: Males

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Why Aren’t Buyers Spending? Separating Economic Reality From Perception

Experts say the economy is doing well, but consumers’ negative ‘vibes’ are causing prom...

End-Buyer Research: Healthcare

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Wendy Flaherty Joins California Tattoos & Promotional Products as Director of Marketing

Flaherty will lead the Tucson, AZ-based supplier in expanding opportunities with new cl...

End-Buyer Research: Education

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

End-Buyer Research: Retail

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Tom Clouser Promoted to National Sales Manager at BEL Promo

Clouser will help execute national sales strategies and create strong relationships wit...

End-Buyer Research: Construction

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

End-Buyer Research: Finance & Insurance

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

End-Buyer Research: Manufacturing Market

ASI’s exclusive research reveals client buying habits in eight markets and across multi...

Top 10 ESP Searches: Eclipses & Elections Define Biggest Trends

The new report from ASI Research reveals consistency in the most-searched products for ...

The Ampersand Group Acquires Duncan Press

The acquisition will help Duncan Press expand its customer base, according to the two c...

Proforma Executives Win Stevie Awards

Vanessa Edwards and Greg Armstrong won prizes in sales and customer service in the Peop...