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Craft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag

Sep 23, 2025

Virtual tradeshows are definitely here to stay, and that isn't a bad thing! Not only are virtual tradeshows a lot more cost-effective for the organization hosting them, but they're also cheaper for...

6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Sep 8, 2025

Almost everyone had a favorite stuffed animal growing up. They were a friend that you confided your deepest secrets to, a friend that could keep you company when thunderstorms rolled through the ni...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Aug 17, 2025

Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Apr 24, 2025

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 2018 ...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Jan 14, 2025

People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Sep 13, 2024

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 storyte...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jun 18, 2024

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 y...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Feb 1, 2024

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Nov 19, 2023

Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Oct 20, 2023

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...

The Best Apps For Organization

Aug 29, 2023

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year – especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar rem...

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

May 18, 2023

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 unif...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

May 11, 2023

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 h...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

Jan 30, 2023

Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Dec 25, 2022

Everybody loves getting new business – it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into gene...

Top 3 Color Trends for 2022

Aug 27, 2022

Your promotional products color palette plays a significant role in the decision-making process. One of the biggest reasons colors influence consumer behavior is that individuals want to stay on-t...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Jun 29, 2022

When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: “Well, we serve everyone…” If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to ...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

May 23, 2022

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, an...

Take 5 of These Promotional Products for the Medical Field, and Call Me in the Morning

May 16, 2022

It can be tough for people in the medical field to get their names out to new patients. If you own a restaurant, you can have your cool mascot show up at a local sports game and toss out t-shirts. ...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Apr 1, 2022

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 b...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Mar 17, 2022

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

Yes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens

Feb 24, 2022

Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the “write” one can ...

The History of Promotional Products

Feb 9, 2022

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jan 25, 2022

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 ...

Lead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products

Nov 28, 2021

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, t...

Take a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors

Oct 30, 2021

Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Sep 24, 2021

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...

5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World

Jul 28, 2021

For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Jun 22, 2021

No matter what decade you think of when you think of “retro products”, you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business c...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

May 2, 2021

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Apr 10, 2021

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

6 USA-Made Products Especially for Kids

Feb 12, 2021

Who didn't enjoy getting to dig through the prize basket after a trip to the dentist or the bank? It's a fact – children love giveaways. Get your brand, school, or organization in front of bo...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Dec 10, 2020

Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks – think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cu...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Nov 10, 2020

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, “killing” chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defin...

Swing, Batter! The Best MLB Promotions

Nov 3, 2020

Looking beyond the peanuts and Cracker Jacks, there are some creative new promotions heading to major league baseball stadiums this season! The tradition of these MLB giveaways dates all the way b...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Feb 24, 2020

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 adva...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Feb 4, 2020

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

A Quick Guide to Promotional Bags

Feb 4, 2020

Whether you're at a tradeshow, school, office, or even the grocery store, chances are that you're going to see a promotional bag. Bags are one of the most ubiquitous promotional products – an...