Drinkware
The best part of the Euros final wasn’t the actual game (which was entertaining), but the Italian fans dressed as Mario. Did the spirit of Italy’s favorite plumber push the Azurri to victory? Seems likely, so we're celebrating with something Mario-themed in today’s edition of the Faves. Let’s-a go!...
The buzz of business is back, and with it, new perspectives, and fresh beginnings. Quality promotional products are a golden opportunity to create lasting impressions with customers. But what products do they want? What products will they enjoy and use the most? We have the inside scoop, and we’re excited to share with you the…
Stadiums and arenas are back open for games and concerts, but things in the stands might not feel totally the same ever again. At least, if you’re in some particular arenas and stadiums, you might notice that your drink is in an aluminum cup, rather than plastic. That’s part of an initiative from Ball Corp., the manufacturer best known for...
Polyconcept North America (PCNA), Pittsburgh, announced the launch of four CamelBak Tritan Renew water bottles. The new Tritan Renew styles are made from 50% recycled material, supporting the company’s focus on bringing more sustainable sales to the promotional products market...
Drinkware is one of the most diverse categories in promo, with a huge variety of products and applications. We asked a trio of promotional drinkware pros about additional trends to look out for, popular decoration techniques and much more. Here, they shared their expertise...
After a couple of merchandise collaborations with music stars, McDonald’s finally released its collaboration with K-Pop sensations BTS. The partnership includes employee uniforms, a merch collection and branded food packaging. And BTS fans are going nuts, even buying the sauce packets from resale sites like eBay...
Zing Manufacturing, Tempe, Ariz., the exclusive supplier of S’well products in the promotional products market industry, announced the hiring of MacMarketing as its first multi-line representatives. “I have known both Nick and Mark Chipchase for many, many years,” said Zing Manufacturing senior vice president of sales Rich Corvalan. “We are thrilled to bring them on…
Burger King recently launched a reusable packaging program where customers could use and return sandwich containers and cups. Starbucks followed suit, announcing a reuse and recycling program for cups in some locations. McDonald's and, most recently, Tim Hortons have undertaken similar initiatives...
The pandemic has changed the way bars and restaurants do business. Yes, they’ll need employee uniforms, menus and bottle openers just like before. But they’ll also need to-go containers for curbside customers and mask accessories for staff. Here are a few ideas for this new, hybrid operating environment...
Starting in July, McDonald's coffee cups and stickers will feature the phrase “We Can Do This,” a slogan borrowed from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to encourage vaccine confidence in the U.S. The items will also include the vaccines.gov web address to schedule appointments and read safety information...