Management

Satori Capital Acquires Zorch International
February 27, 2018 at 2:16 pm

Satori Capital, a Dallas-area investment firm announced that it has acquired the controlling interest of Zorch International Inc., Chicago. "Zorch takes an entirely new approach to branded merchandise fulfillment," Sunny Vanderbeck, co-founder of Satori, said in a press release. "The company has developed a powerful, technology-enabled approach that leverages the capabilities of its supply chain,…

Beacon Promotions Hires Regional Sales Manager
February 26, 2018 at 11:32 am

Beacon Promotions, New Ulm, Minn., has hired Mark Whitner as the new regional sales manager covering New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. “We’re very excited to add Mark to the Beacon sales team,” said Lisa Pelzel, vice president of key accounts for Beacon. “With his industry knowledge and experience, we are confident that he will…

Pro Towels Welcomes Neil Friedman as Director of Business Development
February 23, 2018 at 2:04 pm

The Pro Towels Family of Brands, including Pro Towels, Kanata Blanket Co., Neet Feet and Superior, announced today that Neil Friedman has joined the company as director of business development and the FOTO Vision line. Prior to joining the team,…

6 Ways to Increase Responses
February 21, 2018 at 10:56 am

My last blog, “5 Reasons to Stop Using Voicemail,” triggered several conversations with people who had different viewpoints. Some conversations, including one left as a post on the blog, asked for ways to increase responses. Today’s post gives you alternatives to increase responses that are much more worthwhile than leaving voicemails especially when prospecting. Do…

BIC Graphic's New CEO Is An Industry Outsider, Which Makes Him a Smart Choice
February 13, 2018 at 2:06 pm

BIC Graphic North America, Clearwater, Fla., announced yesterday that it has appointed David A. Klatt Jr. as CEO, effective immediately. Klatt is somewhat of an outsider to the promotional products industry, most recently serving as the CEO of AAMP Global, a Clearwater-based manufacturer of aftermarket automotive parts and original equipment manufacturer technology. Not completely foreign…

High Caliber Line Hires Michael Del Bucchia as Marketing Manager
February 7, 2018 at 2:09 pm

High Caliber Line (HCL), Irwindale, Calif., has announced the hiring of Michael Del Bucchia as marketing manager. Del Bucchia brings 25-plus years of experience within the promotional product industry. His career has been highlighted by his management leadership in marketing, national sales, product development and systems management. “Michael brings more than just experience to our…

Pro Towels Promotes Allan Benson to Chief Operating Officer
February 6, 2018 at 2:47 pm

The Pro Towels Family of Brands, Pittsburgh, including Pro Towels, Kanata Blanket Co., Neet Feet and Superior, is excited to announce the promotion of Allan Benson to chief operating officer. Benson has been with the Pro Towels Family for just under a year as the vice president of business development. Working out of the Las…

Ariel Premium Supply Appoints Brendan Pigott as Regional Sales Manager
February 5, 2018 at 2:01 pm

Ariel Premium Supply, St. Louis, announced the appointment of Brendan Pigott as regional sales manager for the metro region. Pigott will be responsible for working directly with top distributors in New York, New Jersey and Delaware. Pigott comes to Ariel with previous top 40 supplier experience, and is part of his family’s second generation to…

Do I Really Have to Reconcile My Checking Account?
February 2, 2018 at 12:55 pm

Question: I don’t like reconciling my checking account. Is there really a reason to do that? Answer: Monthly reconciliations are a critical part of your accounting. I could argue that it is one of the most important steps to making sure your records are complete and correct. Every month, you should reconcile each of your…