Supplier News

American Apparel Attracts Interest from Brand Licensors
October 24, 2016 at 6:14 pm

Even after former American Apparel CEO Paula Schneider stepped down, rumors still are swirling about the company's interest in a sale. Now, there might be even more credibility to those rumors. Brand licensors, such as Authentic Brands Group LLC and Iconix Brand Group Inc., have expressed interest in acquiring American Apparel. The stars could align…

PM Video Battle: Dri Duck Traders Versus Motivators Inc.
October 21, 2016 at 5:27 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: I'm on edge walking around my own neighborhood because of the "zombies" wandering around outside of Eastern State Penitentiary.) Last week, Dri Duck Traders won, and now will face off…

PPAI Announces New Expo East Summer Dates
October 19, 2016 at 5:44 pm

Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), Irving, Texas, today announced June 12 to 14, 2017 as the new show dates for Expo East, produced by PPAI in partnership with Specialty Advertising Association of Greater New York (SAAGNY). Expo East will begin with an education day on Monday, June 12, and exhibits run from June 13 to…

Sterling Cut Glass Hires Mike Sellers as Director of Sales
October 18, 2016 at 5:30 pm

Sterling Cut Glass, Erlanger, Ky., announced today that Mike Sellers has joined the supplier of crystal awards, gifts and drinkware as the new director of sales. Sellers will be responsible for growing the Sterling Cut Glass brand nationally through key relationships…

Last Chance to Vote! PM Video Battle: Dri Duck Traders Versus Promo Excitement LLC
October 14, 2016 at 5:12 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: I buy giant bags of candy. When the cashier asks if I'm getting ready for trick-or-treaters, I lie and say, "yes.") Last week, Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) won…

USPS Announces Holiday Shipping Deadlines, Price Increase
October 13, 2016 at 5:51 pm

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) today announced the deadlines for shippers to ensure that their products and packages reach their destinations within the U.S. by December 25. According to Fox 6, the deadlines are as follows: USPS Retail Ground: Dec. 15 USPS First Class Mail: Dec. 20 USPS Priority Mail: Dec. 21 USPS Priority Mail…

Port of Oakland Backed Up with Stacks of Hanjin Containers
October 11, 2016 at 7:31 pm

The Hanjin Shipping saga continues, as the Port of Oakland is experiencing a major backup as empty shipping containers from the bankrupt Korean shipping company are blocking other shipments from reaching…

Prime Line Celebrates Employees During Customer Service Week
October 7, 2016 at 5:41 pm

In conjunction with Customer Service Week, which began Monday, Prime Line, Bridgeport, Conn., is celebrating its customer care teams in Bridgeport and at its Jetline facility in Gaffney, S.C., with daily events, including team building…

Last Chance to Vote! PM Video Battle: PPAI Versus Instant Imprints
October 7, 2016 at 4:10 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: I start thinking of my Halloween costume, even though I swore I wouldn't wait until the last minute again this year.) Last week, Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) won,…