American Solutions for Business (asi/120075) recently had one of its sales associates, Jay Lewis, honored with an award from customer Turn It Gold for Lewis’ dedicated service over the years.

Crystal D (asi/47759) announced that it reached its 2017 community outreach goal of collectively volunteering 1,000 hours over the past 12 months. 

Heritage Sportswear (asi/60582) has expanded its 2018 offering to include Callaway headwear. Heritage now stocks a Callaway Heritage cap, Callaway Tour Performance cap, and Callaway Liquid Metal cap.

Hirsch Gift (asi/61005) announced that Shelley Stevens, Jeff Stevens and Mark Fulwider of Wesco Marketing were named its 2017 Multi-Line Representatives of the Year. 

Major Business Systems, a subsidiary of Top 40 supplier Ennis (asi/52493), is relocating production operations from a leased facility in Hillsborough, NC, to an Ennis-owned facility in Chatham, VA. Major’s customer service team, which has been located in Chatham, will stay intact. All phone and fax numbers, as well as email addresses, will remain the same. Major does not anticipate any delays in production during the move, which is scheduled to conclude in March.

Stormtech Performance Apparel (asi/89864) has announced that beginning with its new Spring 2018 collection, it has eliminated environmentally harmful perfluorinated carbons (PFCs) from its water repellent apparel products.

WOWLine (asi/98360) has announced the winners of its 2017 Sales Achievement Awards: Beata Miller of JSA Reps was named Most Valuable Salesperson; Kate Connolly of Kateco Marketing was named 2017 Salesperson of the Year; and David Hunzelman of DHM Marketing was also named 2017 Salesperson of the Year.

Boost Technologies, doing business as Shumsky (asi/326300) and Boost Rewards, will operate under its new company name – Boost Engagement – effective immediately. The company will continue to operate in its current structure. Other than the name change, there is no change in ownership, staff, office locations or leadership.

Cintas (asi/162167) has announced that its uniform rental location in Austin, TX, received Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star certification from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

E.A. Dion (asi/51246) is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018. In 1968, company founder Edward A. Dion, Sr. started producing and marketing jewelry from the back room of a plumbing supply store in Attleboro Falls, MA. Today, the company is headquartered in a 30,000 square foot facility in the Attleboro Industrial Park and employs approximately 80 people.

Taylor Communications (asi/333647) has achieved G7 Master Printer certification of its integrated color management system for producing digital durable labels at its plant in Radcliff, KY.

Visstun (asi/93975) has increased its production capacity with the addition of a ninth Paper Machinery Corp. (PMC) 2000S cup forming machine. In addition to increased capacity, the installation of the new machine also improves scheduling flexibility.

HALO Branded Solutions (asi/356000) has named Leed’s (asi/66887) its 2017 Supplier of the Year and Sue Tobias, senior VP of sales (retired) for Fields Manufacturing (asi/54100), its 2017 Supplier Representative of the Year.

SanMar (asi/84863) has launched more than 60 new styles. With new uniforming options, high-performance fabric choices and trend-right fashion basics, the January 2018 New Arrivals catalog aims to deliver something fresh and new for virtually all end-users.

Cap America (asi/43792) has announced that Sports Sales Inc. will be providing representation for the Florida territory.

BAG MAKERS Inc. (asi/37940) is introducing sublimation printing and multiple new products for 2018.

Evans Manufacturing (asi/52840) has launched new products across 11 product categories in its 2018 catalogs. Evans will be launching new products throughout the year.

Universal Unilink (asi/526000) has announced its annual college scholarship awards presented to Universal Unilink Members’ employees and their children and grandchildren who demonstrate outstanding scholastic achievement and exemplary community service. Students selected for this year’s honor each received $1,000 to assist in educational expenses such as books, meals and other college-related costs. The recipients are: Caroline Muske, Miami University, Business Economics; Audrey Claire Henderson, Mississippi State University, Political Science; Austin Marshall, Art School; and Ashley Cross, Indiana Wesleyan University, Elementary Education Major with special needs concentration.

BIC Graphic (asi/40480) has launched over 150 new products across 15 product categories in its 2018 catalogs. BIC Graphic has also announced Cycle 1 promotions running through April 30, which include special discounts and offers on best sellers. Visit www.BICGraphic.com for more info.

Douglas Co. (asi/50708) has introduced Fur Fuzzles, which come in clip-on pom-poms and crossbody bags. 

Hit Promotional Products (asi/61125) has announced that it is now the exclusive provider of the Reflective Shopper brand to North America.

Stormtech (asi/89864) has announced the launch of its Spring 2018 collection. The new collection is being introduced along with the 2018 workbook and accompanying Spring edition of the Stormtech Magazine that premiers the new product line along with editorial features from brand ambassadors.

SanMar (asi/84863) has released its 2017 Corporate Responsibility Report, “Knitting Together a Better World,” which focuses on the company’s commitment to people, products and the planet. The report is available on www.sanmar.com. ​ 

Certif-A-Gift Co. (CAG, asi/44500) announces that the Tobutt family has assumed sole ownership of the company. Randy Tobutt founded the company in 1954. Third-generation family members Ryan and Alex Tobutt are now in the roles of sales manager and operations manager, respectively. President Linda Tobutt assumed her current position in 2017 after more than 30 years as a board member, while CEO Andy Tobutt has more than four decades of experience with CAG.

Gemline (asi/56070) has announced its expansion into the specialty foods category under the brand name Gourmet Expressions. Gemline will offer a broad range of quality gourmet gifts bundled with a curated assortment of their most popular totes, coolers and drinkware, as well as a premier collection of gourmet food gift towers and baskets. 

Imprint Logo LLC (asi/230995) has opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Marblehead, OH. First established in 1999, the company has specialized in e-commerce sales.

Royal Apparel (asi/83731) has released its new 2018 catalog in print and digital formats. ​

Storm Creek (asi/89879) has exceeded its 2016 charity program goal by raising more than $21,000 for local and national charity partners.

Totally Promotional (asi/168375) is celebrating its 25^th anniversary in the promotional products business. The company, which recently added a new showroom at its Coldwater, OH, headquarters, is planning special anniversary events throughout 2018.