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9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals
May 06
Your phone’s ringing off the hook. You’ve got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how yo...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products for People Who Love to Plan
Apr 05
Calendars, planners, and clocks are some of the most popular promotional products because they are useful, inexpensive, and receive innumerable impressions on a daily basis. Brand these everyday essen...
Continue ReadingWooing Discerning Celebs with the CARSON Double Wall Bolero Tumbler
Mar 05
What do you get the celebrity-chef-turned-travel-show-host who has everything? How about the VP of Paid Media at a premier hotel chain you’d love to snag an advertising deal with? Brands like ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Feb 05
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Go Green or Go Home
Jan 04
Item: goingreen™ Stapled Appointment Calendar Purpose: Promote awareness of recycling programs and provide recycling information to the community Audience: Residents of the company’s s...
Continue ReadingHow to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful
Dec 04, 2022
Whether you just found out you need products for an event soon, or someone forgot to place an order, sometimes rush orders just happen. And that’s okay! Getting your order in last minute doesn&r...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I've Got You Covered
Nov 04, 2022
Description: Chenille Blanket Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A local hospital needed blankets to hand out to children who were currently patients that they could t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: "Single Use" Pens for COVID-19
Oct 03, 2022
In response to the Coronavirus outbreak, a financial institution decided to provide single-use pens in all their locations and for drive thru banking. This idea was intended to help stop the spread ...
Continue ReadingSustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters
Sep 03, 2022
As the reality of our planet’s changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 20...
Continue Reading5 Men's Wearable Promotional Products for the Office and Beyond
Aug 02, 2022
It’s fun giving out promotional products like fidget spinners and stress balls, but sometimes you need an option for the guy that likes to keep it a bit more professional. These business casu...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A
Jul 02, 2022
Organization Tanning Salon Product Featured Polyester Lanyard Goal of Promotion To create new clients for salon Description of Case History A tanning salon wanted a creative way to give out a...
Continue ReadingThe Power of Promo: Why People Love Freebies
Jun 02, 2022
Getting free items can feel like winning the lottery. Whether it’s a free sample at the grocery store or a free trial of your favorite streaming service, it is always exciting to get something f...
Continue Reading7 Cool Products to Beat the Heat This Summer
May 02, 2022
The sun is beating down, and depending on where you live, you might be able to cook an egg on the sidewalk: summer is officially here! With high temperatures and lots of sun, it’s a great time t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Promotions
Apr 02, 2022
Description: Custom Wave Cap Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: The client was looking for a signature cap that would be unique, high-quality, and something that the recipient would...
Continue ReadingThe Fidget Phenomenon
Mar 01, 2022
You might remember the fidget spinner craze of 2017: seemingly overnight, the world became obsessed with those little plastic spinners. The spinning toys flew off the shelves across the country and in...
Continue Reading16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing
Feb 01, 2022
Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your advanta...
Continue ReadingCorporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back
Jan 01, 2022
Organizing a fundraising event. Donating food to a local animal shelter. Serving at a soup kitchen. No matter what you do to give back, volunteering feels pretty good, doesn’t it? But it doesn&...
Continue Reading6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs
Dec 01, 2021
Everybody loves getting new business – it’s exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into g...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do a Double Take
Oct 30, 2021
Objective: A general contracting company was looking for a fun way to provide "before and after" photos to their clients after a remodeling project was complete. Product: Double-Sided Portrait Fold...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Health & Wellness Spas
Sep 30, 2021
Products Javalina Jewel® Pen Industry Health & Wellness Spas Application Future Visits A day spa wanted to ensure that its guests always received the royal treatment. To encourage f...
Continue ReadingYour Graphic & Web Design Cheat Sheet
Aug 30, 2021
The world of graphic and web design is complicated and there is a lot of terminology out there to learn. To help you out, we’ve put together a cheat sheet with answers to some of the top graphic...
Continue Reading8 Dental Products That Will Make You Smile
Jul 30, 2021
Promotional products are great for handing out after patient visits, at conferences and events, or to have available in your reception area. Here are our 8 favorite dental promotional products that he...
Continue ReadingDrink It In: 6 Drinkware Products to Quench Your Thirst
Jun 29, 2021
What better way to put your money where your mouth is than to add your logo to some stylish drinkware? We have six unique picks to inspire your next drinkware order! Moscow Mule Gift Set Cheers to...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Recognition
May 29, 2021
Item: JAFFA® Wave Award Purpose: Welcome gift for incentive winners Audience: Software company sales representatives A software company held a sales incentive contest for reps to win a trip ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Celebrate Milestones
Apr 29, 2021
A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this mil...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Let the Games Begin!
Mar 29, 2021
Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. Ho...
Continue ReadingThe Value of Custom Packaging
Feb 28, 2021
When you advertise your business or organization with promotional products, you want those items to be unique, interesting, and memorable. So, shouldn’t that same principle apply to the packagin...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Run from this Promo!
Jan 28, 2021
Description: Running Belt Fanny Pack Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: A nationwide gym chain was looking for an item to give away with the purchase of yearly memberships. Th...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Jot It Down
Dec 28, 2020
Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded it...
Continue ReadingLead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products
Nov 28, 2020
Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, the ...
Continue ReadingThe Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers
Oct 27, 2020
You put together the business plan, signed the lease, designed an informative website and…*crickets*. It can be pretty discouraging when you put in the effort, but you’re not attracting...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promo Hats
Sep 27, 2020
A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it’s easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you’ll learn the differences between the various s...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Bottle It Up
Aug 27, 2020
An oil & gas company was building employee gift packages that would appeal to their entire workforce during the COVID-19 public health crisis. With employees working both at home and continuing to wor...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Success on Campus
Jul 27, 2020
A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most student...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Stick to the Schedule
Jun 26, 2020
Industry: Hospitality Personalization: A small sandwich shop wanted to increase their business during lunch hour. Their target market was people who worked near their restaurant. Method of Distribut...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Thank You for Spooning
May 26, 2020
Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. ...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Apr 26, 2020
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...
Continue ReadingWhy You Should Be Having More Fun at Work
Mar 26, 2020
In the past, the words “work” and “fun” were two very different concepts that could never be caught in the same sentence. The old school rationale taught us that if you are enj...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Product Ideas for the Construction Industry
Feb 25, 2020
Whether you’re working in the construction industry, cater to outdoor enthusiasts, or simply want to lead a company-wide safety session, having an array of timely, yet practical promotional prod...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It Takes a Village
Jan 25, 2020
Objective A village needed an easy way to let residents know when there were issues with their water meters. They wanted a faster method of communication than mailing letters, and something m...
Continue Reading'Tis the Season to Bring out Our Favorite Holiday Gift Ideas!
Dec 25, 2019
It’s that time again! The holidays are around the corner and you’re probably thinking about everything you need to do between now and the new year. For most of us, that includes client and...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N
Nov 24, 2019
Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students in ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Employee Appreciation Gift
Oct 24, 2019
A company with many sales representatives needed an item for their top sales performers. Since their sales staff has both men and women, they needed an item that could be used by either gender. They c...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business
Sep 24, 2019
Product: Gel Stress Toy Client: Health Food Store What it was purchased for: As a gift to reward customers for spending over a certain amount. Why it worked: The gel stress toy which, unlike the fo...
Continue ReadingGet in Gear With These Automotive Promo Products
Aug 24, 2019
Branding these car-accessory promotional products for a campaign will drive more customers to your business! In the U.S., the average daily work commute is 26 minutes and Americans spend around 38 hou...
Continue Reading4 Ways to Improve Communication
Jul 23, 2019
Have you ever had this conversation before? Them: "How are you?" You: "Yes." Or have you ever been in a meeting and realized you zoned out halfway through? Or how about when you’re at the mo...
Continue ReadingHow to Manage the Workload of a Leader
May 23, 2019
We all have a superstar in the office. They’re the ones who get all their work done before the deadline, befriend everyone in the office, manage an entire team, and still make it to the gym ever...
Continue ReadingYou Need More Cowbell
Apr 23, 2019
Description: Cowbell Industry: Sporting Events, Athletics What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runners. They chose ...
Continue Reading5 Environmentally-Friendly Promotional Products
Mar 23, 2019
How about that Earth, huh? She sure is something. Fortunately, there are plenty of people in the promotional products industry that feel the same way. In fact, we can offer you thousands of products t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wine for the Win
Feb 22, 2019
A local winery at their annual fall festival was looking for a way to boost their sales on take-home bottles of wine. So, they gave away the imprinted Winged Corkscrew to anyone who purchased three bo...
Continue Reading30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed
Jan 22, 2019
We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeeding....
Continue ReadingRaise Your Glass
Dec 22, 2018
The NY Yankees wanted to create special commemorative bottles to celebrate Derek Jeter’s accomplishments at Yankee Stadium. They chose 150 magnum-sized (1.5L) bottles with a special logo and Jet...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Picture is Worth...a Nice Donation
Nov 22, 2018
Description: Folded Photograph Card Industry: Fundraising What it was purchased for: A historical preservation society needed invitations for their annual dinner. A board member donated their photog...
Continue ReadingAttract New Customers
Oct 22, 2018
As part of their new corporate wellness program, the company wanted to stress the importance of healthy nutrition to its employees. Along with literature, discount memberships at a local health club a...
Continue ReadingRelax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products
Sep 22, 2018
Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you’ve had back to back meetings or you’ve had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, ...
Continue Reading25 Insane Facts About Promotional Products
Aug 22, 2018
You don’t have to work in the field of promotional products to notice the impact they can have on any organization’s marketing efforts. As the most effective medium of advertising across a...
Continue ReadingAdvice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip
Jul 22, 2018
Traveling for business can be a hectic experience if you approach your upcoming trip without any preparation. As with everything else in the world, there is an art to getting the most out of business ...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Jun 22, 2018
A logo is often a company’s first impression and it can impact a customer’s perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element t...
Continue Reading11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle
Jun 23, 2019
Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports-mi...
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