August 31, 2017
In The News - August 2017
Prism Ink has announced the acquisition of Graphics One. Per the agreement, Graphics One will become the global distribution arm for digital inks produced by various Prism Ink companies.
Pro Towels (asi/91608) has announced that Superior’s (asi/79750) new Las Vegas location is now open and fully ready for production.
SafeHaven Products (asi/84495) has moved to a new eco-friendly facility as part of its rebranding effort.
Sportsman Cap & Bag (asi/88877) has added new styles to its 2018 apparel line, which has 17 brands, 291 styles and over 2,300 SKUs.
SanMar (asi/84863) has announced it will add 22 new products from The North Face to its collection in October.
Stran Promotional Solutions (asi/337725) has joined the Quality Certification Alliance’s Distributor Advocacy Council.
BrandCharger has opened a new office in Shenzhen (China) to accommodate and expand its product development department.
Fruit of the Loom (asi/84257) has joined The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) as part of its ongoing commitment to corporate social and environmental responsibility.
Geiger (asi/202900) recently held its 10th Annual Geiger Galleria in Atlanta, GA. The three-day event included industry education, a private trade show, world-class motivational speakers, sales recognition and networking opportunities. The following suppliers were recognized for receiving the highest evaluation scores as ranked by Geiger sales partners and associates: BIC Graphic (asi/40480), Crown Products (asi/47700), Evans Manufacturing (asi/52840), Gemline (asi/56070), Hit Promotional Products (asi/61125), Magnet Inc., PCNA, Prime Line (asi/79530) and SanMar (asi/84863).
Logomark (asi/67866) has released its new 2017 holiday catalog featuring 190 SKUs and 46 innovative new products.
Starline (asi/89320) has announced the implementation of its PromoStandards purchase order and invoice services.
Chocolate Inn/Taylor & Grant (asi/44900) has released its largest holiday catalog ever, which includes products from newly acquired Amusemints and Private Label Executive Gifts (PLEG).
IMAGEN Brands, parent company of Crown Products (asi/47700) and Vitronic (asi/93990), has released its 2017 holiday giftbooks featuring many new products and services.
KEENE Promotions (asi/240000) advises all suppliers to be sure to have correctly spelled KeenePromotions when emailing anyone at KEENE. Another distributor in Tennessee, Keenpromotions, has been accidentally receiving email correspondence such as proofs and quotes, which is causing delays and problems.
LAT Apparel (asi/65948) has announced a new distribution agreement with SanMar (asi/84863). SanMar has recently added Rabbit Skins to its product portfolio and will carry 12 infant and toddler styles.
Proforma (asi/300094) has announced a record-breaking 17 Proforma businesses named to Inc. Magazine’s 2017 list of the 5,000 fastest-growing, private companies in America. The owners recognized on the 2017 Inc. 5000 include: Bruce Irvine of Proforma Irvine Group; Mike & Melinda Durkee of Proforma Durkee; Steven Flaughers of Proforma 3rd Degree Marketing; Pratt, Sudhir, Tej & Preeta Pande of Proforma IdeaPress; Kristen Scotto of Proforma Scotto Promotions; Dennis Funk & Rich Bewley of Proforma Signature Solutions; Nicole Knasel of Proforma N&M Communications; Darren Golden of Proforma Stand Out Branding; Pat Lenehan of Proforma ASAP; Kevin MacKinnon of Mack Packaging, Powered by Proforma; Tracy & Marlo Webb of Metro Printed Products, Powered by Proforma; Andy Mealor of Ascension Marketing Group; Fred & Suzette Albrecht of Proforma Albrecht & Co.; Michel Egnal of Proforma Nitro Incentives; Bill Hageman, Jim Shindler & Jeff Skinner of Proforma Graphic Services; Brooks & Marti Roy and Steve & Sharon Spence of Proforma incentives + Branding; and Rick Royall of Proforma.P3.
Storm Creek (asi/89879) has released its newest full-line collection: the 2018 Outdoor Inspired Lifestyle catalog.
Antigua Group Inc. (asi/36320) has been named the supplier for Team USA’s uniforms at the 2017 Solheim Cup being held this week.
Fields Manufacturing (asi/54100) is offering free shipping and free setup on best selling lanyards through the rest of 2017. For more information, visit www.fieldsmfg.com.
Sweda (asi/90305) has announced the addition of two new services to its PromoStandards integration: order status and order ship notifications.
Prime Line (asi/79530) announced that its combined 2017 Prime Line & Jetline Gift Collection catalog is now available in both print and digital editions.
Leed’s (asi/66887) has announced its August 2017 product launch, which includes more than 200 new products such as new offerings in totes and backpacks, copper vacuum-insulated drinkware, Bluetooth audio, blankets and gifts for entertaining.
A Brand Company (asi/145177) recently held its annual sales summit in Kansas City, MO. The event featured presentations on innovative techniques and new products, as well as keynote speeches from OrigAudio CEO Jason Lucash and PPAI development manager Seth Barnett. Meghan O’Leary was the recipient of the 2017 Alfred Brand Award, the highest honor at the summit.
IMAGEN Brands, parent company of Crown Products (asi/47700) and Vitronic (asi/93990), was a proud sponsor at the Georgia Association of Promotional Products Professionals (GAPPP) Family Picnic in Lake Lanier, GA, on July 22nd.
Shumsky Promotional (asi/326300) and other major global companies have renewed their commitment to the Global Business Coalition Against Human Trafficking (gBCAT) through an expanded membership and scope of work.
S&S Activewear (asi/84358) will launch a collection of Russell Athletic active apparel this month, including the brand’s iconic dri-power fleece.
Trimark (asi/92121) has announced the addition of 29 new styles to its Fall 2017 apparel collection. Styles include jackets, fleece and more from the Elevate line; new pieces from brand partner Roots73; and color additions for several popular existing styles.
Penn Emblem (asi/77120) has introduced a new full-color environmentally friendly line of customizable embellishment options. For more information, go to www.pennemblem.com.
Outstanding Branding (asi/288519) has been shortlisted for the Investors in People Award 2017 in the category of “Best Newcomer.”
Toddy Gear (asi/91411) has released new gift sets with available custom packaging. For more information, visit www.toddygift.com.
Bag Makers Inc. (asi/37940) recently held its mid-year National Sales Meeting in Delray Beach, FL. The meeting and interactive education session brought the company’s sales team together to share best practices, successes and industry knowledge.
Benchworks (asi/137190) has been honored with a second Top 100 Agency award by Medical Marketing & Media magazine (MM&M).
InnerWorkings (asi/168860) has announced a new long-term alliance with global lodging company Choice Hotels International. Under the multi-year agreement, InnerWorkings will deploy an integrated solution across a broad scope of marketing channels for Choice Hotels, and implement a custom e-commerce and fulfillment platform.
Prime Line (asi/79530) has released the summer edition of its award-winning quarterly trends report, #What’s Trending Now, which includes stories on the fidget spinner craze, marketing to millennials and trending products for financial promotions
Taylor Communications (asi/333647) has improved its ranking from 18th to third place on Canopy’s Blueline Ranking, a tool for profiling and ranking the sustainability performance of North America’s largest printers.