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Five Frugal Promotions for the Cost-Savvy Consumer

Oct 8

Did you know that promotional products are one of the most cost-effective ways to market your business or organization? Because people hang on to promotional products and use them in their everyday...

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5 Promotional Products That Will Have Your Clients Dreaming

Sep 30

There are a lot of branding opportunities that go unnoticed in a world of t-shirts and coffee mugs. In fact, there's an entire industry that spends every waking hour thinking of ways to help you ge...

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Top 10 Promo Products for Financial Professionals

Sep 23

Whether you're a big bank, a small credit union, or a lender, these promo products are sure to be crowd-pleasers whether you're passing them out to new customers, long-time customers, or your emplo...

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5 Promo Products That Are Bright, Light, and Ready to Excite

Sep 16

Looking for some promotional products to outshine the competition? Need some LED magic to illuminate your brand? We've got you covered with this selection of super fun promotional products that ...

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Case Study: Celebrate Milestones

Sep 8

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 ...

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5 Products Fitness Fans Will Love

Sep 1

If you run a fitness studio, host wellness events, manage a gym, or teach dance classes, keeping people engaged is key to building a strong community. Promotional products can make your events mor...

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For The Win! 6 Perfect Awards To Celebrate Your Team

Aug 25

Who doesn't love to be recognized for all of their hard work? Celebrate your team and all of their accomplishments this year - from reaching sales goals to hitting those deadlines - with these perf...

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Case Study: Improve Sales and Traffic

Aug 17

A hotel wanted to promote its amenities to guests in a personable, yet non-intrusive manner. The goal was to encourage guests to utilize hotel amenities instead of going off-site to fulfill their n...

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5 Casino Products That Will Up the Ante!

Aug 10

Casinos are synonymous with excitement, luxury, and the thrill of gambling. Regarding promotional products for a casino night, you want to capture that same energy and leave a lasting impression on...

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Case Study: Lunchtime Loot

Aug 2

A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company cho...

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Now Trending: Fanny Packs!

Jul 26

Fanny packs are back and more fashionable than ever! It's just moms wearing them to the park or on vacation, either. Millennials, Zennials, and Gen Alpha has been getting into the action with sling...

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10 Promo Products for Auto-Lovers

Jul 19

Grab your keys and prepare for a Bo Duke slide across the hood of your car. It's time to take a look at 10 promo products for auto-lovers. For this list, we put together a travel-bag of gear worthy...

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Why Organizers Aren't Dead (And Six You Need for Your Promo Closet)

Jul 11

In a world filled with smartphones, apps, and cloud-based tools, it might seem like physical organizers are a thing of the past. But here's the truth: they're far from obsolete. In fact, organizers...

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Product Safety: What You Need to Know

Jul 4

No matter what they're purchasing, no one wants their products to be unsafe - it's a no-brainer! In the United States, there are several different product safety regulations that promotional produc...

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Case Study: Financial Industry

Jun 27

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 to...

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Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jun 19

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

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Giving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility

Jun 12

Whether you're putting together a fundraiser, donating food to a local shelter, or volunteering at a soup kitchen, supporting causes you care about makes you feel good and makes the world a better ...

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Case Study: Write to Paradise!

Jun 5

A 5 Star Resort wanted to ensure its guests received the best experience. To encourage feedback on services provided, guests were offered a coupon for use at their next visit in return for com...

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Cook Up a Storm With These 5 Promotional Products

May 28

There are hundreds of cooking gadgets that claim to make people's lives easier but many of them end up collecting dust in the junk drawer. We've found the best and most useful kitchen products that...

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Case Study: Sign the Deal

May 21

In the fall, a car dealership introduced a new model and promoted it to potential customers. The car dealer purchased a mailing list and merged it with its own database. The Ranger Stylus Sati...

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5 Out of the Box Promotional Products We Love…and You Will Too!

May 13

We've all been stuck in the same rut while trying to come up with some original ideas to appeal to customers. Are you in need of some extra product inspiration? If so, here's a little extra cup ...

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Case Study: A Comforting Friend

May 6

This ambulance service is very active in its local community. They use this plush Saint Bernard for children faced with the trauma of when an ambulance is needed. They consider their Saint Bernard ...

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Industry Mini Dive: National Parks

Apr 29

The promotional products industry is a multi-billion dollar industry that plays a crucial role in marketing and advertising for businesses of all sizes. From pens and tote bags to water bottles and...

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Top 5 Promotional Products for Professionals

Apr 21

Lawyers, CPAs, and architects, to name a few professionals, spend countless hours working in challenging industries. Promotional products are excellent for employee relations, orientation progra...

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Corporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back

Apr 14

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't h...

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Case Study: Calendar Puns are Week

Apr 6

Objective: A real estate agent wanted a useful promotional item to boost her personal branding and promote her services while staying top of mind all year round. Product: Desk Calendar with 4-Co...

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Your Guide to Drinkware

Mar 30

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....

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Know Your Shades: 4 Types of Iconic Sunglasses

Mar 23

"The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades." - Timbuk 3 Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wears them and the...

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A Case Study in Promo: A Medieval Dinner Theater Chain

Mar 15

Romanticizing medieval European life, particularly medieval fantasy life, has a distinctly modern allure. Americans especially have a deep affinity for medieval culture, evident not only in our med...

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6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Mar 8

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

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30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed

Feb 28

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 succeedi...

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5 Toys for the Kid at Heart

Feb 21

There's something special about receiving a toy that brings out the kid in all of us - whether you're 5 or 55! Adding a little childhood fun to your client's day will surely help them remember your...

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6 Promo Products to Freshen Up Your Employees' Wardrobes

Feb 14

The Voyager Jacket Go ahead, chart a course for adventure! This waterproof breathable, packable rain jacket is the right choice for any destination and will be your new favorite travel companio...

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Case Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business

Feb 6

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...

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8 Promotional Product Ideas for Students of All Ages

Jan 23

Whether it's a Big 12 university or an elementary school, people love to show off their school spirit! So, we chose eight promotional products that are perfect for both students and teachers of all...

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Tiny But Mighty: Mini Promo Products That Pack a Punch

Jan 15

When it comes to promotional products, bigger isn't always better. Sometimes, the most effective (and budget-friendly) giveaways are the ones that can slip right into a purse, pocket, or glove comp...

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Case Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!

Jan 8

Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the studen...

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4 Products to Help Save the Rainforests

Dec 31, 2025

Did you know that a new animal species is discovered in the Amazon Rainforest every two days? From pink dolphins to black caimans to jaguars and tiny frogs, the rainforest is home to some of the wo...

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Case Study: Health & Wellness Spas

Dec 24, 2025

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 fee...

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6 Promotional Products to Relax With

Dec 17, 2025

Sometimes we all need an escape - even if it's just our own bathtub. Are your clients super busy and never seem to stop working? Or maybe your employees worked hard to get a product launched? Then ...

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Case Study: Success on Campus

Dec 9, 2025

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 stud...

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Reel Them in With These 5 Cinematic Promo Products

Dec 2, 2025

Box office hits took a backseat this year as more people browsed through Netflix's new releases instead of venturing out to movie theaters. However, as many movie theaters reopen to the public, he...

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Case Study: Let the Games Begin!

Nov 24, 2025

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. ...

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Case Study: Employee Appreciation Gift

Jan 5, 2024

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. The...

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Case Study: 3D is the Key

Dec 28, 2023

A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of p...

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6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Dec 21, 2023

No matter what decade you think of when you think of "retro products", you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business can resonate ...

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