2. Jonathan Isaacson

Gemline (asi/56070)

2020 Rank: 6
Title: Chairman/CEO
Industry Experience: 33 years

Isaacson has made the Power 50 every year since the list’s inception in 2006, so it’s clear he was already an influential figure before COVID-19. Still, his performance as a company, industry and community leader during the pandemic has pushed him even further into the spotlight. The Gemline chairman and CEO moves up four spots on this year’s list, with promo peers voting that Isaacson’s influence has risen substantially. Counselor’s 2021 Person of the Year, Isaacson led one of promo’s most successful pivots to PPE, spearheaded strategic partnerships with sought-after brands, and served as an industry educator through webinars that cover pressing topics like supply chain disruption. While leading Gemline to 10% annual sales growth and spurring company record philanthropic donations, he’s also been at the center of COVID-related public health initiatives through his impactful work as a nonprofit board member.