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Case Study: Time for a Rebrand
Jul 14
Objective: A university had just completed a major rebrand complete with a new logo and wanted to make sure they had all the necessary branded items for functions throughout the year. They had previou...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business
Jun 30
Product: Gel Stress Toy Client: Health Food Store What it was purchased for: As a gift to reward customers for spending over a certain amount. Why it worked: The gel stress toy which, unlike the fo...
Continue ReadingHow to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done
Jun 16
Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently propos...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Product Ideas for the Construction Industry
Jun 01
Whether you’re working in the construction industry, cater to outdoor enthusiasts, or simply want to lead a company-wide safety session, having an array of timely, yet practical promotional prod...
Continue ReadingThese Are the Tech-Savvy Promotional Products You Are Looking For
May 18
Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiquiri...
Continue ReadingSoak Up The Sun With These 7 Summer Promo Products
May 04
With an array of outdoor events like concerts, company picnics, and festivals on deck this summer, immerse your brand in nights that last forever and days we will be dreaming about long after the sun ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Masks and Casks
Apr 20
When a distillery was launching a new line of spirits, they collaborated with a large chain of liquor stores to promote their new products. The stores gave all employees PrevaGuard™ Face Masks i...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Plastics Make it Possible
Apr 05
Description: Oasis Recycled Bottle Pen Industry: Chemicals What it was purchased for: Trade Show Giveaways How it was distributed: A chemical company needed something to give away at a tradeshow. T...
Continue ReadingSchool's in Session: 7 Essential Supplies for Students
Mar 22
Students are back in the classroom and parents are scrambling to purchase all of the necessary supplies on each teacher’s checklist. From three different types of pencils, calculators, and folde...
Continue Reading6 Snap-Worthy Products for Every Photographer
Mar 08
Do you know what bokeh means? Aperture? That’s ok if you don’t, but many of your clients may know these terms if they are avid photographers! Whether they enjoy taking a flat lay shot of t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Thank You for Spooning
Feb 21
Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?
Feb 07
Product: Phone Stand Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A local financial institution needed a giveaway item for current and potential clients. It had to be useful to keep their name in ...
Continue ReadingWhat Makes Gen Z Tick?
Jan 24
It’s the 2020s, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group’s eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Yes, We Can!
Jan 10
Description: Kan-Tastic Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Fast-food chain giveaway for college football night. How it was distributed: The vendor handed the Kan-Tastic out at t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Dec 27, 2020
Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wanted a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Guess the Flavor Lip Balm
Dec 13, 2020
Guess the Flavor Lip Balm Organization Health Insurance Organization Product Featured Lip Balm & Lip Balm Sleeve Goal of Promotion Generating positive reinforcement with sales reps De...
Continue Reading5 Awesome Recreational Wearables
Nov 28, 2020
Did you know that wearables are the #1 best-received promotional product? Add your logo to these fresh wearables and make your brand a walking advertisement with innumerable impressions all year long!...
Continue Reading6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers
Nov 14, 2020
It’s the moment you dread. The phone call you don’t want to pick up. The review you’re scared to address. Responding to unhappy customers seems like a chore. It can be overwhelming...
Continue ReadingGet Ready for Game Day! 5 Promotional Products for Sports Teams
Oct 31, 2020
Having high-quality equipment and gear is an important part of every team no matter how big or small. When your team walks out onto the field, you want them to stand out from the crowd and show off th...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story
Oct 17, 2020
Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storytelli...
Continue Reading5 Corporate Gifts Your Clients Will Love
Oct 03, 2020
Corporate gifts are a great way to thank your clients for keeping you in business. When done right, they can also function as employee rewards/incentives. Here are a few of our favorite promotional pr...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products for the Stay-at-Home Worker
Sep 19, 2020
Working from home has become the norm these days. It’s also becoming increasingly difficult to separate our professional lives from our personal lives. From trying to make deadlines, cooking din...
Continue Reading6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers
Sep 04, 2020
Everyone knows that dogs are man’s best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets...
Continue ReadingPerk up Your Promotions With These 6 Coffee Products
Aug 21, 2020
Coffee enthusiasts will love these promotional products that look like they’re straight from the coffee shop! Millions of people drink coffee and tea every day, even multiple times a day which m...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Flavorful Promotion
Aug 07, 2020
A Flavorful Promotion Boosts This Credit Union’s Popularity Organization: Credit Union Product Featured: Lip Balm Goal of Promotion: Generate New Loans Description of Case History: Thi...
Continue Reading5 Out of the Box Promotional Products We Love…and You Will Too!
Jul 24, 2020
We’ve all been stuck in the same rut while trying to come up with some original ideas to appeal to customers. Are you in need of some extra product inspiration? If so, here’s a little e...
Continue Reading5 Office Toys That Will Bring Your Brand Joy
Jul 09, 2020
Look around your office and you will probably find that your coworkers’ desktops are riddled with a variety of knick-knacks, toys, puzzles, and stress balls. Office toys are a great way to st...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile
Jun 25, 2020
Description: Foldable Chair Industry: Education/Sports What it was purchased for: A high school wanted to purchase an item they could resell to the parents in the spirit shop for fundraising dollars...
Continue ReadingLead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products
Jun 10, 2020
Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, the ...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Products That Put Safety First
May 27, 2020
Whether it’s on a construction site, warehouse, or a laboratory, it’s always important to help your workers stay safe. Encourage your employees to make safe choices all year long with thes...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Inking Impressions
May 13, 2020
Portability and permanence are among the desirable traits sought in an effective promotional product. A company was looking for a unique self-promotion that incorporated these elements and decided on ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Run from this Promo!
Apr 29, 2020
Description: Running Belt Fanny Pack Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: A nationwide gym chain was looking for an item to give away with the purchase of yearly memberships. Th...
Continue ReadingOur Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products
Apr 15, 2020
Sometimes it’s good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The produ...
Continue Reading6 Books That Every Business Owner Should Read
Mar 31, 2020
As business owners, it’s crucial to understand the trends that affect your industry and your company. Each day, you consume an incredible amount of data, statistics, and research. However, it&rs...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression
Mar 17, 2020
How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how you...
Continue ReadingKnow Your Shades: 4 Types of Iconic Sunglasses
Mar 03, 2020
“The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades.” - Timbuk 3 Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wea...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sometimes You Just Need to Vent
Feb 18, 2020
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their ...
Continue Reading5 Unique Rainy-Day Promotional Products to Keep You Covered!
Feb 04, 2020
Unpredictable weather is a shared experience in life. No matter your age, geographical location, job, or personality, it will always rain. These unique and functional promotional products are sure to ...
Continue Reading7 Sources to Boost Your Creativity
Jan 20, 2020
Feeling stumped? Uninspired? Fresh out of ideas? Thanks to the wonderful gift that is the World Wide Web, creative inspiration is just a few clicks away. These are some of our favorite sources to get ...
Continue Reading10 Must-Have Tech Products and Accessories
Jan 06, 2020
If you want to give your brand a modern and fresh new identity try throwing some cutting-edge tech gadgets into your marketing mix. The wave of wireless charging options, portable speakers, and wearab...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Brighten Their Day
Dec 23, 2019
A realtor wanted to give a thank-you gift to those who purchased a new home with them. They chose the LED Carbon Fiber Aluminum Flashlight. They printed their logo along with the tagline, "We will bri...
Continue Reading7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time
Dec 09, 2019
Do you ever have that moment when you look at something and you get an overwhelming surge of nostalgia? Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it's a cool, vintage product. Below are seven r...
Continue Reading3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs
Nov 25, 2019
If there’s one thing we never have enough of, it’s time. We haven’t quite figured out a way to freeze time yet, but we have found ways to save it. If you’re a busy professional...
Continue ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Nov 10, 2019
It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That’s why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can sav...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Oct 27, 2019
Product: Two-Tone Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Sports What it was purchased for: A major sports team was having difficulty keeping attendance up at weeknight games. They came up with the idea of doin...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Oct 13, 2019
Promotional products aren’t just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a pro...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Drinkware
Sep 29, 2019
Mugs, tumblers, and bottles…oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your bran...
Continue Reading6 High-Tech Promotional Products
Sep 15, 2019
It seems like there are new cutting-edge gadgets coming to market every day. It’s getting hard to keep up with what is really going to make your life easier and what’s just hype. We&rsquo...
Continue Reading5 Easy Ways to Achieve a Positive Outlook
Aug 31, 2019
One of the most powerful things you can do to set yourself up for success is practice the art of positive thinking. It's easy to let the struggles of everyday life control your attitude. But by practi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Save the Date, Save the Day
Aug 17, 2019
Description: Trifold Calendars Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high perceived value...
Continue Reading6 Ways to Get More Done Every Day
Aug 03, 2019
From the moment you get to work in the morning, you’re probably planning all the things you intend to get done. By the time you head home, you may wonder how the day got away from you! We’...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful
Jul 20, 2019
A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, and t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Look, Ma, No Hands!
Jul 06, 2019
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their budget...
Continue ReadingO Canada! 6 Promotional Products Made in Canada
May 24, 2019
From sea to sea, Canada is a large and beautiful country that produces a wide range of products. There are so many Canadian-made products to choose from, but we worked hard to narrow it down to a shor...
Continue Reading5 Steps to Achieving Your Goals
Jun 22, 2019
If you’ve ever watched a TED talk or listened to any of your teachers in school, you’ll know that setting goals are the stepping stones to getting where you want to be in life. You watch o...
Continue Reading3 Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood Right Now
Jun 07, 2019
Do you ever get a case of the Mondays…on a Thursday? We all get down sometimes, but that doesn’t mean we need to stay there. Whether someone said something that upset you, you’re st...
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