Promo Apparel

Georgia Sheriff’s 'Politically Incorrect' Sign Is Now a T-shirt
December 4, 2015 at 3:54 pm

Sheriff Mike Jolley of Georgia's Harris County caused a national stir last week when he posted a sign outside his department that reads: “WARNING: Harris County is politically incorrect. We say: Merry Christmas, God Bless America and In God We Trust. We…

Hanesbrands Inc. Donates 200,000 Pairs of Socks to Homeless
December 3, 2015 at 6:01 pm

Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., announced the return of its annual sock drive by committing to a donation of 200,000 pairs of socks—building on its total donation of more than 1.5 million pairs since 2009. Socks are the most needed, but least donated, article of clothing at homeless shelters. The socks will be distributed to The…

12-0 Season Is Boon for Licensed Iowa Hawkeye Sales
December 3, 2015 at 3:54 pm

The screen printing machine at the Strawberry Patch in Ankeny, Iowa, is working overtime to produce T-shirts heralding the Iowa Hawkeye’s historic 12-0 season. More than half the T-shirt and novelty store’s sales right now are Hawkeye related. “Now we are waiting patiently to see about a bowl game,” said Jeff Kirschbaum, president of Strawberry…

Flip the Sales Process
December 3, 2015 at 3:41 pm

The subject of selling, like any other subject, is full of false information simply because times change. Things that worked yesterday, yesteryear or a century ago may no longer hold true today. When I came into sales some 30 years ago, I read everything I could on sales. And whatever the old pros and masters…

Coca-Cola and HMSHost Give Travelers Holiday Gifts
December 2, 2015 at 6:21 pm

Coca-Cola and restaurant company HMSHost, Bethesda, Md., launched a campaign to bring holiday cheer in the form of gifts and promotional products to travelers at airports across North America. As part of the HMSHost Holiday Elves and the Instant Stocking Stuffer campaigns, elves will surprise customers with gifts from Dec. 4 through Dec. 11, according…

Trimark Introduces New Website
December 2, 2015 at 4:25 pm

Trimark Powered by Leed's, a division of promotional products supplier Polyconcept North America based in New Kensington, Pa., has created a new website that makes it easier for distributors to find, decorate and sell apparel. The site now features: A new layout, menu and navigation system More educational pages with information about product categories, decoration options, brands, special…

Proforma Announces Debut of Energize Summits
December 1, 2015 at 4:47 pm

Proforma, Cleveland, announced its first ever Energize Summits—new exclusive events designed exclusively for Proforma owners, sales representatives and Proforma’s preferred vendor partners to engage in meaningful, personal discussions to develop strategic partnerships for further mutual growth. “The Energize Summits were created to help Proforma owners and sales reps build meaningful relationships with our supplier partners,”…

Screenprinting Shop Sends Welcoming Message to Syrian Refugees
December 1, 2015 at 4:08 pm

Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin wants President Barack Obama to stop Syrian refugees from entering the U.S., but an Oklahoma City man is using this T-shirt to send the opposite message. Despite the push back from state leaders, an Oklahoma City man wants…

Is College Apparel Poised to Become the New Athleisure Wear?
December 1, 2015 at 3:31 pm

Teen retailer American Eagle Outfitters loves it. Outdoorsman staple Dick’s Sporting Goods loves it. Your local Target loves it. And, you probably love it too. No, I’m not talking about athleisure wear, although the love in that space continues to grow and thrive. This time, I’m talking about college and sports team-branded apparel. Nothing is…

Iron Bowl Weekend Key for Alabama Merchandise Retailers
November 30, 2015 at 2:34 pm

The biggest football game in Alabama took place took place on Nov. 27, and the aftermath means big things for some Alabama stores. The winning team’s fanbase undoubtedly will flock to retailers to buy shirts, hats and other specialized memorabilia commemorating the win. Bama Fever/Tiger Pride, Dothan, Ala., is just one of the businesses that…