See it and Sell it First at ASI Show Orlando – January 4-6, 2025.   Register Now.
Promo Insiders

Promo Insiders

If it impacts the promotional products industry, then the editorial team for Counselor, ASI’s flagship publication, is on top of it. Join these industry insiders as they delve into the issues, challenges and opportunities that matter most to promo.

Hosted By: Christopher Ruvo

Subscribe
How to Stay Sane on Social Media

9/2/2020

How to Stay Sane on Social Media

These practical tips will help you navigate the landmines of negativity on social networks and maintain your mental health.

Pandemic Parenting & Back To School

8/26/2020

Pandemic Parenting & Back To School

Strategies for working parents navigating in-person back-to-school and cyber school home learning.

Bringing a Fresh Perspective to Promo

8/24/2020

Bringing a Fresh Perspective to Promo

Isaac Hetzroni, CEO of Imprint Genius, talks about navigating college, COVID and new efforts for sustainability.

Setting the Record Straight on Gaiters

8/20/2020

Setting the Record Straight on Gaiters

Chris Bernat of Vapor Apparel takes issue with a recent study that depicted gaiters negatively.

Patricia Garcia: Student and CEO of College Thrifts

8/19/2020

Patricia Garcia: Student and CEO of College Thrifts

Garcia shares her insight about what young people want and choose to invest in.

The State of the Travel Industry

8/14/2020

The State of the Travel Industry

Vacation specialist discusses opportunities for promo pros.

Working From Home Survival Guide

8/11/2020

Working From Home Survival Guide

Kimble Bosworth of TN-based On Promos Powered by Proforma shares tips and strategies.

State of the Industry 2020 Report

8/4/2020

State of the Industry 2020 Report

The Counselor team reveals the most eye-opening stats from its annual State of the Industry report.

Promo & PPE: The State of Things & the Future

7/31/2020

Promo & PPE: The State of Things & the Future

PPE expert Kimberly Fulford provides insights on what products are trending, how clients’ PPE needs are evolving and more.

Promo Notes From New York

7/29/2020

Promo Notes From New York

Distributor Joseph Sommer from New York City talks COVID, leading during a crisis and much more.

Marty Lott, 2020 Counselor Lifetime Achievement Award

7/28/2020

Marty Lott, 2020 Counselor Lifetime Achievement Award

Interview with Marty Lott of Top 40 supplier SanMar.

Jo-an Lantz, Counselor 2020 Person of the Year

7/27/2020

Jo-an Lantz, Counselor 2020 Person of the Year

The CEO/president of Top 40 distributor Geiger is a leader in the domestic and international promotional products industry.

Talking With the Winner of Counselor’s Decorated PPE Challenge

7/17/2020

Talking With the Winner of Counselor’s Decorated PPE Challenge

Discussion with Canada Sportswear about how their winning entry came together and why PPE is here for the foreseeable future.

Promo’s Impact on an Election Year

7/14/2020

Promo’s Impact on an Election Year

Discussion with promo pro and Milo, IA Mayor Diane Hall about how she uses promo in her own campaign.

Employees’ First Amendment Rights

7/10/2020

Employees’ First Amendment Rights

Labor and employment lawyer Michael Elkins of MLE Law shares important information on free speech rights in the private sector.

Navigating a Remote Internship

7/2/2020

Navigating a Remote Internship

ASI intern Eloisa Gutierrez shares her experiences of working from home and first impressions of the promo industry.

Taking the Reins In A Time Of Pandemic

7/1/2020

Taking the Reins In A Time Of Pandemic

Nancy Schmidt, CEO of AIA Corporation, shares lessons in leadership and perseverance during a crisis.

Signs Of Life For Promo Sales

6/23/2020

Signs Of Life For Promo Sales

Distributors and suppliers are reporting an uptick in sales of traditional promotional products, but reported surges of COVID-19 in certain areas could threaten progress.

Reusable Bags Under Fire

6/22/2020

Reusable Bags Under Fire

Founder and CEO of ChicoBag Company discusses impact of coronavirus on his business.

Masks and Product Safety Concerns

6/17/2020

Masks and Product Safety Concerns

Product safety and compliance expert discusses what firms need to know when selling face masks and coverings.

Eye On Promo Europe

6/15/2020

Eye On Promo Europe

Two leaders in the European promo market provide perspective on the state of the industry there amid COVID-19, offering insights that apply across the pond as well.

Summer Tourism in a Post-COVID World

5/29/2020

Summer Tourism in a Post-COVID World

Theme parks, restaurants and other vacation venues are starting to reopen, but what will that look like?

Great Debate: Working From Home Permanently

5/27/2020

Great Debate: Working From Home Permanently

Colleagues Nate Kucsma and John Corrigan debate the pros, cons and logistics of permanently working from home.

Leadership Coach Discusses Returning to the Office

5/22/2020

Leadership Coach Discusses Returning to the Office

Expert talks about the physical and emotional challenges of reinstating in-person work.

Mark Seymour on Leaving Next Level Apparel

5/14/2020

Mark Seymour on Leaving Next Level Apparel

Find out why former CSO Mark Seymour has left the Top 40 supplier.