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Made in USA  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

All American-Made Picks

Buying American-Made products has become a point of pride for many businesses in the U.S. The promotional products industry is ready to meet that demand without missing a beat. When customers request products made in the USA, there’s no shortage of options. The category spans everything from self-care items like…

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Branded outdoor merchandise including picnic blanket, reusable cup, sunglasses, sunscreen, and wristband arranged on grass.
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General  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

Branded gear that travels further

The best kind of promo doesn’t sit on a desk collecting dust. It gets tossed in the truck, packed in a duffel and put through its paces somewhere between sunrise and last call at the campfire. That’s the sweet spot for outdoor-inspired branded merch, gear that earns its keep while…

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General  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

Top 5 events that fit golf giveaways

Golf promo has been a staple in the promotional products industry for decades, and for good reason. Golf brings people together for networking, business relationships and leisure. This makes these items ideal as branded giveaways.  While golf tournaments are the obvious place to use them, there are other events where…

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Business Solutions  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

All About Travel Tech

Traveling is a global pastime. There’s the excitement of planning, mapping out where you’ll go and what you’ll see. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or an extended excursion, travel is something most people experience in their lifetime.  Of course, it is not always smooth sailing. Between packing lists, chargers,…

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General  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

Thank teachers with thoughtful merch

Teachers are called to instruct and guide children on their journey in life. Often a thankless occupation, this is why a week is set aside every year to be sure these individuals receive the recognition they deserve.  As the week of May 4 approaches, now is the time to consider…

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General  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

All About Awards

Employee Appreciation Day is right around the corner in March, which makes now the perfect time to talk about awards. Real ones. The kind people keep on their desks, take home at the end of the day or casually mention to visitors like it’s no big deal — even though…

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Black stainless steel tumbler with a red heart and white ECG line design, symbolizing American Heart Month, placed next to a gray laptop on a white desk with teal background.
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Healthcare  Marketing Tips  Promotion Ideas

Show heart health support with promo

Awareness days and months fill the calendar fast. From American Heart Health Month in February to year-round appreciation for healthcare workers, businesses have plenty of opportunities to show up for their communities in a meaningful way. The right promo products and branded merch help turn good intentions into something tangible.…

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General  Marketing Tips  Odds & Ends

Promo Year in Review 2025

As we start turning the page on 2025, it’s worth pausing to take stock of what the past year has taught us. Just as important is how those lessons will shape the way we approach 2026.  While the industry has largely settled into a new normal, ongoing economic pressures, shifting…

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