Promo products industry veterans Scott Pearson, Scott Edidin and Cindy Qin have launched 6AM Sourcing (asi/46173), a company specializing in custom apparel and promotional products using compliant, reliable and socially responsible factories and partners.

Headquartered in Upland, CA, the supplier also maintains offices with production staff and quality control teams in Mexico and Asia. 6AM Sourcing’s vision is to develop Mexico as a region for manufacturing and sourcing for the U.S., Canadian and global markets.

Scott Pearson (left), Scott Edidin and Cindy Qin

“Our teams in Mexico and the U.S. are experienced professionals committed to providing creative project solutions, seamless communication, consistent updates and a proven process to provide you with the best customer experience,” Pearson said in a press release. “We are passionate about bringing our expertise to help you with any custom project, program or special need.”

6AM Sourcing strives to offer competitive prices with shortened delivery schedules (seven to 10 days transit from Mexico to the U.S. and Canada), no added duty tax from Mexico, and fast-turn samples. The company also provides packing, fulfillment and logistics.

Previously, Pearson served as executive vice president and chief revenue officer at Top 40 supplier Logomark (asi/67866). Prior to that, he spent 18 years at Top 40 supplier Sweda Co. (asi/90305), working his way up to vice president of merchandise and design. Edidin also worked at Logomark as vice president of sales and Qin also worked at Sweda as CFO and vice president of operations.