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Theresa Hegel

  • Executive Editor, Special Projects & Sustainability

Theresa Hegel oversees various strategic initiatives for ASI’s editorial department and also serves as editor of Promo for the Planet, ASI’s award-winning educational resource hub for sustainability. In addition, she regularly contributes to ASICentral, Counselor and PPM, with a focus on apparel, technology and sustainability. She’s won multiple regional and national awards for her writing and reporting, including three Jesse H. Neal awards for Best Range of Work By a Single Author.

7 Trends From Impressions Expo Atlantic City 2025

Retro styles, boxy fits and specialty garment washes were among the standouts at the de...

Atlantis Headwear Sponsors Italian Sustainability Week

The supplier will be sharing expert tips during the fourth annual event in the Veneto r...

Decorating Roundup: Stahls’ Offers Goof Proof Screen Printed Transfers

Also, Epson receives design awards for its products, and Hirsch Solutions offers a new ...

Four Promo Firms Named to Forbes Best Employer List

Forbes and Statista identified top employers through an independent survey conducted wi...

EPA Announces Plans To Roll Back a Slew of Environmental Rules

The agency is targeting dozens of rules, including some related to electric vehicles, c...

Oregon Looks To Expand Plastic Bag Ban

The bill, passed by the State Senate, would cover thicker-film plastic bags and also re...

China Announces Tariffs on 106 U.S. Products

On Wednesday, following the U.S. recently announcing tariffs targeting China, Beijing...

China Promises Retaliation If Trump Imposes More Tariffs

An intensifying trade war could have negative impacts on the promo industry.

Decorating Roundup: Koozie Group Adds Canon Inkjet Printers

Also, Inkcups is offering Nano Pin Curing technology for its Helix UV printers, and Sta...

Houston-Based Contract Decorator Acquires Cut-and-Sew Facility

Texas Art Embroidery/4EZtees.com has acquired B-Bad Sportswear, which has a 40-year his...

To The Market Recycles Over 344,000 Water Bottles in 2024, According to Impact Report

The report also detailed metrics like how many hours of fair wages were created and day...

Obituary: Don Edwards, N. Donald Edwards Co.

Named Counselor’s Person of the Year in 1980, Edwards passed away earlier this year at ...

The Bright Side: Allmade Raising Funds for Boys Home in Honduras

The fundraising effort comes a year after the sustainable apparel supplier raised more ...

Stahls’ Fulfill Engine Explores All Things Print-on-Demand at Inaugural Conference

Sustainability and consumer trends were among the topics discussed at the event held Fe...

CTCO 2025: Sharing a New Perspective on Gifting

The French trade show included a panel discussion exploring the global promo and print ...

Atlantis Headwear Joins bluesign as System Partner

The supplier calls it a significant step in its commitment to reducing environmental im...

VisionUSA Offers Quick Ship for Ball Aluminum Cups

The cups, billed as “infinitely recyclable,” help contribute to a circular economy.

PPPC Partners With Western University on Sustainability Course

The organizations will be offering a 12-hour-long synchronous online course on sustaina...

Dr. Bronner’s Drops B Corp Certification, Sparking Debate

The natural soap company criticized B Lab for “weak standards” that enable greenwashing...

Decorating Roundup: Vantage Apparel Adds Chenille Patch Services

Also, Gildan offers DTG-friendly apparel innovation, and Vastex has released conveyor d...

Former BamBams Exec Brings Plant-Based Plastic Drinkware to Promo

Ben Taylor partnered with a former bar owner to create a line of Made-in-the-USA unbrea...

Sticky Clients, Repeat Sales: Why Company Stores Have Become a Must-Have

E-commerce branded merch stores have taken off for distributors. Here’s a look at the r...

Goldstar Highlights Recycled Materials in 2025 Collection

The lineup includes new bags, pens and stationery. Plus, the supplier has debuted a lin...

Stylish & Sustainable: Upcycling, Recycling and Other Techniques on the Cutting Edge of Fashion

Designers – in promo and beyond – are celebrating the joyful side of sustainable apparel.

Koozie Group Partners With Plantable Pencil Company SproutWorld

The FSC-certified pencil contains a seed capsule and can be planted at the end of its u...