Promo Products

2016 MTV Movie Awards Gift Bag Unveiled
May 3, 2016 at 3:22 pm

The 2016 MTV Movie Awards took place last month, but the magic of the event's gift bags still lives on. While only a few lucky celebrities received accolades, all event attendees took home gift bags containing everything from Calvin Klein Collection Eyewear by Marchon to a five-class VIP pack to SoulCycle. The…

PromoMatting Celebrates 25 Years in the Promotional Products Industry
May 2, 2016 at 4:53 pm

PromoMatting, Cartersville, Ga., a division of Americo Manufacturing, is celebrating 25 years of business in the promotional products industry this month. Since its founding in 1991, PromoMatting has manufactured functional, promotional floor mat solutions for distributors selling to the retail, commercial and residential industries. "Over the last 25 years, PromoMatting has emerged as one of…

The Law of Attraction: Gratitude Is the Attitude That Impacts our Altitude
May 2, 2016 at 4:26 pm

In my last article, I discussed the fact that our thoughts are vibrating waves that don’t stop at the edges of our skulls. Our thought waves are vibrations that become part of the universe. I’m told that we humans have up to 60,000 thoughts a day. Our thoughts shape our lives. Henry Ford said, “Whether…

Last Chance to Vote! PM Video Battle: Staples Promotional Products Versus Bag Makers
April 29, 2016 at 3:00 pm

Promo Marketing’s Video Battle pits two industry videos against each other for the chance at the ultimate bragging right: Being declared our readership’s absolute favorite. (Next up: Sometimes I feel like I'm Jay Leno doing a monologue here. Have you seen this? Have you heard about this? Only I don't have a good follow-up joke.…

Grapevine Designs Acquires CR Promotions
April 28, 2016 at 5:32 pm

Grapevine Designs, Lenexa, Kan., an affiliate of A Brand Company, today announced that it will acquire CR Promotions, a Kansas City, Missouri-based promotional product distributor. The acquisition will provide Grapevine Designs with new in-house sales and support team members, along with notable additions to its overall client base. “Although it’s sad to retire the CR…

Expert Brand Launches OSI Premium Printables Program
April 27, 2016 at 2:55 pm

Expert Brand, Vernon, Calif., has announced the launch of its One Order, One Shipment, One Invoice (OSI) program, which offers printed performance shirts in one set-up. Customers can place an order by including their selected style numbers and colors, and uploading their desired artwork, and they will receive complimentary shipments within seven to 14 days.…

Other Ways to Show 'I Voted'
April 26, 2016 at 5:48 pm

The Pennsylvania primary elections are today, and I’m performing my civic duty by casting my vote after work today. I’m already anticip

Debco Recalls Mugs
April 26, 2016 at 5:33 pm

Debco, Concord, Ontario, announced that it is recalling its Tonal Thirst Mug. According to a statement from Debco, the handle may break off when in use. The recall includes the mugs purchased between Aug. 1 and April 11 in white/black, white/blue,…

Authorities to Test BPA's Effect on Immune System
April 26, 2016 at 5:19 pm

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is forming a group of international experts to evaluate new evidence on the potential effects of bisphenol A (BPA), a widely used ingredient in drinkware and housewares, on the immune system. According to a press release, the Dutch Ministry of Health requested that the EFSA examine results of a…

Accolades Inc. Receives Jackie Robinson Award
April 26, 2016 at 3:14 pm

Accolades Inc., Norcross, Ga., received the Jackie Robinson Most Valuable Diverse Business Partner award (MVDBP) from the Atlanta Braves and MLB during a pre-game ceremony on Jackie Robinson Day at Turner Field this past week. Accolades Inc. founder…