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7 Ways to Take Advantage of Your Lunch Break

Jun 29

Taking a lunch break is important. It’s a time when you can step away from your computer and have a little “me” time. Your lunch break should be a time when you can unplug and stop t...

Let's Get Physical With These Activewear Promo Products

Jun 22

Activewear promotional products are a great option for company wellness programs, fitness centers, or any brand promoting an active lifestyle! Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and...

5 Quick Pick-Me-Ups You Can Send Your Employees at Home Right Now

Jun 14

Show your staff some much needed appreciation while they work from home with these inexpensive and mailable products. While many people are getting used to the “new normal” of working fro...

Cheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!

Jun 07

Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

May 31

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your advanta...

From Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love

May 24

Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of uniform...

Game On: 10 Promo Product Games We Love!

May 17

From traditional favorites to new and trendy games, you can put your brand at the center of the fun whether it is at a tailgate, a special party or event, or just around the office. Bean Bag To...

Case Study: A Flavorful Promotion

May 10

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 Hi...

Case Study: An Icy Cool Promotion

May 03

Description: 16 Oz. Swiggy Stainless Steel Bottle Industry: Non-Profit What it was purchased for: The item was purchased for a youth camping trip. The bottles were meant to hold the water for a doze...

Case Study: Calendar Puns are Week

Apr 26

Objective: A real estate agent wanted a useful promotional item to boost her personal branding and promote her services while staying top of mind all year round.Product: Desk Calendar with 4-Color A...

Case Study: Employee Appreciation Gift

Apr 18

A company with many sales representatives needed an item for their top sales performers. Since their sales staff has both men and women, they needed an item that could be used by either gender. They c...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Apr 11

When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different sty...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Apr 04

As the reality of our planet’s changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 20...

8 Promo Products That Will Have You Ready For Spring

Mar 27

Here comes the sun! With spring in full swing, it’s time to shake off the cold and embrace these colorful products that will be sure to brighten your day. Garden Kit Test your green thumb wi...

Case Study: Sometimes You Just Need to Vent

Mar 20

Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone MountIndustry: TechnologyWhat it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their budg...

30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed

Mar 13

We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeeding....

6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Mar 05

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...

Case Study: Jot It Down

Feb 27

Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded it...

Case Study: Keeping it All Together

Feb 20

Objective: An insurance company wanted to send new customers home with a special gift and a way to keep their new insurance policy documentation organized.Product: Insurance Document Pouch &...

School's in Session: 7 Essential Supplies for Students

Feb 12

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...

Case Study: A Gift to Build a Dream On

Feb 05

Description: Medium Pillow Box Industry: Healthcare Personalization The pillow box was modeled after designs used at a charity golf tournament benefitting the hospital. Because children at ...

Cook Up a Storm With These 5 Promotional Products

Jan 29

There are hundreds of cooking gadgets that claim to make people’s lives easier but many of them end up collecting dust in the junk drawer. We’ve found the best and most useful kitchen prod...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Jan 22

Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner MugIndustry: Advertising / Marketing / PublishingWhat it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers.Ho...

5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Jan 15

When it comes to building a successful company culture, maintaining positive employee attitude is key. Not only are happy employees more productive, but your company is also more likely to attract and...

Case Study: The Weather is Snow Joke

Jan 07

Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip....

10 Promotional Products for Healthy Living

Dec 31, 2019

We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it’s easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down th...

5 Easy Ways to Achieve a Positive Outlook

Dec 24, 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...

Case Study: Where Has Your Pen Been?

Dec 17, 2019

Products Javalina Splash® Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called “Where has yo...

7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape

Dec 10, 2019

Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physical f...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Dec 03, 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...

5 Awesome Recreational Wearables

Nov 25, 2019

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!...

Case Study: It's in the Bag

Nov 18, 2019

Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students who ...

6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers

Nov 11, 2019

These promotional products will be music to your ears! There are all kinds of music lovers out there, from fans of rock to jazz and everything in between, that would love to get any of these music-the...

5 Office Toys That Will Bring Your Brand Joy

Nov 04, 2019

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 ...

Case Study: The Big Picture

Oct 28, 2019

Description: Coupon Photo Folder Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat b...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Oct 21, 2019

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it – Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have...

Case Study: Resort Incentive Yields Oceans of Opportunity

Oct 13, 2019

A five-star resort that frequently hosts corporate events for Fortune 500 companies wanted to reach out to corporate guests to entice them to return for family vacations. The goal was for the guests t...

A Lunch That Packs a Punch

Oct 06, 2019

Description: 3 Section Lunch Container Industry: Healthcare What it was purchased for: A hospital was looking for a unique lunch packet for nurses, doctors, and anyone else employed at any of the ho...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Sep 29, 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 save...

Case Study: 3D is the Key

Sep 22, 2019

A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of prod...

Case Study: Spec-Tacular Promotions

Sep 15, 2019

Description: CUSTOM Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: The end user wanted to give something away at this year’s Spring Break in Jamaica for an MTV event ...

Case Study: Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time

Sep 07, 2019

Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time Organization High School Product Featured Spray Hand Sanitizer Goal of Promotion To promote good health for the winter season Description of C...

11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle

Aug 31, 2019

Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports-mi...

Case Study: A Cheese-y Promotion

Aug 24, 2019

Objective A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. ProductCoupon Gatefold Photo FolderPersonalizationRes...

How to Gain Inspiration in 5 Minutes

Aug 17, 2019

People demand a lot of creativity from professionals these days. We live in the era of media overload, where viral video marketing and colorful infographics have become accepted means of engaging an a...

Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

Aug 09, 2019

Customer experience can make or break your company. How you and your employees treat customers directly reflects your brand’s values. But the truth is, positive customer experiences can be diffi...

Case Study: Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic

Aug 02, 2019

The “Golden Lanyard” to Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic Organization: Health Care Organization Product Featured: Cotton Water Bottle Strap Goal of Promotion: D...

How to Manage the Workload of a Leader

Jul 26, 2019

We all have a superstar in the office. They’re the ones who get all their work done before the deadline, befriend everyone in the office, manage an entire team, and still make it to the gym ever...

Top 10 Promotional Product Ideas for the Construction Industry

Jul 19, 2019

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...

10 Luxurious Products for Your VIP Customers

Jul 12, 2019

Most people crave the feeling of class, power, and status that comes with enjoying luxury products. Those who claim they don’t, just haven't gotten a chance to experience it for free. So, what b...

10 Promo Products for Auto-Lovers

Jul 05, 2019

Grab your keys and prepare for a Bo Duke slide across the hood of your car. It’s time to take a look at 10 promo products for auto-lovers. For this list, we put together a travel-bag of gear wor...

Case Study: Fun in the Sun

May 30, 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...

Why You Should Be Having More Fun at Work

May 23, 2019

In the past, the words “work” and “fun” were two very different concepts that could never be caught in the same sentence. The old school rationale taught us that if you are enj...

8 Dental Products That Will Make You Smile

May 15, 2019

Promotional products are great for handing out after patient visits, at conferences and events, or to have available in your reception area. Here are our 8 favorite dental promotional products that he...

6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors

May 08, 2019

A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a cam...

Case Study: It’s a Date!

May 01, 2019

Description: Desk Calendar Industry: Insurance What it was purchased for: A local insurance agent wanted a way to connect with customers, and capture new leads, with a useful promotional item that w...

Case Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?

Apr 24, 2019

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 ...

Case Study: Inking Impressions

Apr 17, 2019

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 ...

8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day

Apr 09, 2019

From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these tou...

7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment

Apr 02, 2019

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveaways,...

Case Study: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions

Mar 26, 2019

Clever Meets Subtle: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions Organization: Department Store Product Featured: Lanyard with Vinyl Pouch Goal of Promotion: Promoting Store Sales Description o...

Case Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile

Mar 19, 2019

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...

Ain't Nobody Got Time for That: 5 Tips for Working Efficiently

Mar 12, 2019

No one ever got anywhere by doing the bare minimum. Your growth depends on you getting as much done in as little time as possible. The five tips below will help you accomplish as much as possible each...

Case Study: Raise Your Glass!

Mar 04, 2019

Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their ta...

Give Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products

Feb 25, 2019

School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we’ve got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to help ...

Five benefits to expressing yourself on paper

Feb 21, 2019

There are many reason to journal, and Kathleen Adams LPC, from the Center for Journal Therapy outlines five powerful benefits in her article, "Pen, Paper, Power! Five Benefits of Journal Writing."&nbs...

Make Every Day Earth Day with Eco-Friendly Promotional Products

Feb 20, 2019

“Our ‘Barnyard Bookmarks’ were given out by one's state energy department and handed out at the State Fair to children to encourage to recycle, yet were also fun and a favorite of ma...

Case Study: Success on Campus

Feb 18, 2019

A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most st...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Feb 11, 2019

If you’re looking for some awesome gear to support your team—or for some killer merch for your team’s fans—we’ve got you covered with these awesome promotional products f...

How to Protect Your Business From Hackers

Feb 04, 2019

Business owners have a lot to lose in the event of an unfortunate data breach. From intellectual property to customer lists to bank account numbers, hackers have their eyes set on the most invaluable ...

Case Study: Safety First

Jan 27, 2019

Product: Auto Safety Kit Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: As a gift to anyone who opened a new bank account for over $1,000.00. How it was distributed: The bank was looking for a brande...

5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N

Jan 20, 2019

Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students in ...

6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Jan 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 product b...

Advice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip

Jan 06, 2019

Traveling for business can be a hectic experience if you approach your upcoming trip without any preparation. As with everything else in the world, there is an art to getting the most out of business ...

5 Out of the Box Promotional Products We Love…and You Will Too!

Dec 29, 2018

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 lit...

5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand

Dec 22, 2018

In the world of business, marketing trends are always evolving and it's easy to be overwhelmed. Sometimes you take one step forward only to be knocked two steps back. Luckily, there are endless resour...

Celebrate Milestones

Dec 15, 2018

A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this mil...

Safety Alarm Key Chain

Dec 11, 2018

A large metropolitan hospital located in a high crime area was concerned for its employees’ safety and well-being. The hospital has security, but wanted a safety alarm for every employee, ...

Appreciation Gift

Dec 08, 2018

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 wil...

10 Perfect Holiday Promo Products

Dec 03, 2018

If you haven’t heard, ‘tis the season to be jolly! 'Tis also the season where folks are looking for new holiday-themed promotional products. Here are 10 to get you started! 1. Metallic Li...

Case Study: Pillow Box

Dec 01, 2018

Objective A children's hospital wanted to send a thank you gift package to donors. They wanted patients to be able to add a personalized touch to the gift to connect donors better to the cause. Prod...

Save the Date, Save the Day

Nov 24, 2018

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...

7 Sources to Boost Your Creativity

Nov 17, 2018

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 ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Nov 10, 2018

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 save you f...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Nov 03, 2018

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...

The Truth Is Always Trending

Oct 31, 2018

Trust. It’s a powerful asset in business and essential to the effective and efficient functioning of the markets that underpin our vibrant economy. Philosophical changes in human capita...

Case Study: Let the Games Begin!

Oct 25, 2018

Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. Ho...

How to Inspire Creativity in the Workplace

Oct 22, 2018

Creativity is an essential factor in creating a successful business. One recent study shows that 82% of companies believe there is a strong connection between creativity and busine...

7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly

Oct 19, 2018

With more and more people preferring to conduct business exclusively online, a user-friendly website isn’t just desirable, it’s required if you want to be successful. These seven tips will...

Fundraiser Case History - Decks of Playing Cards

Oct 15, 2018

Client: High School Objective: Raise funds for events and expenses. Implementation: Teachers and students sold ads to area restaurants, businesses and clubs for $100.00 per ad. These ads appeared on...

3 Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood Right Now

Oct 12, 2018

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...

5 Promo Products That Are Bright, Light, and Ready to Excite

Oct 08, 2018

Looking for some promotional products to outshine the competition? Need some LED magic to illuminate your brand? We’ve got you covered with this selection of super fun promotional produc...

9 Promotional Product Ideas for the Real Estate Industry

Oct 04, 2018

The real estate industry generates billions of dollars in revenue per year in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. In such a vast landscape, real estate professionals have to...

25 Insane (But True) Facts About Promotional Products

Oct 02, 2018

If you’re in the business of promotional products, you know the impact they can have on an organization’s marketing efforts. But do you know these fun facts about promotional product...

Know Your Shades: 4 Types of Iconic Sunglasses

Oct 01, 2018

“The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades.” - Timbuk 3Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wears...

Raise Your Glass

Sep 28, 2018

The NY Yankees wanted to create special commemorative bottles to celebrate Derek Jeter’s accomplishments at Yankee Stadium. They chose 150 magnum-sized (1.5L) bottles with a special logo and Jet...

Hospitals and Schools Team Up!

Sep 25, 2018

A school district (12 high schools) and one of the area hospitals have teamed up together each year for the last six years. The hospital logo is printed on all the pom handles and the schools are iden...

8 Fall Promo Products

Sep 24, 2018

As the weather cools down, we’re having dreams of color changing leaves and all the fall themed events and promotions to come. From Halloween parties to homecoming football games, there ar...

6 High-Tech Promotional Products

Sep 22, 2018

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&...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Sep 19, 2018

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust wit...

5 Ways to Be Healthier in 2 Minutes or Less

Jun 27, 2019

Most people would agree that improving their health is important to them. But when it comes to making big life changes to accommodate a healthier lifestyle, who has the time? While we may not always b...

Case Study: Financial Industry

Jun 20, 2019

Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to d...

Case Study: Happy to Hang Around

Jun 13, 2019

Description: Standard Door Hangers Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: A collision center wanted to increase the number of customer satisfaction survey responses and boost online appoint...

7 Promotional Products Perfect for Weddings

Jun 06, 2019

Adding names, monograms, or wedding dates to wedding favors is a great way to increase the wow-factor of any event. After everyone leaves the reception, these personalized gifts are there to help them...

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