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Facilisgroup Hosts Annual Summit in Chicago
The event welcomed over 600 attendees for professional development and networking.
Trump Administration Imposes New 10% to 12.5% Tariffs
The tariffs on more than 60 trading partners are aimed at eliminating forced labor from global supply chains, according to the administration.
ASI Show Chicago 2026: Drinkware Trends From the Show Floor
Customization, sustainability and functionality are still driving drinkware trends in promo, more than simply size.
2026 Counselor Awards
Trailblazers and culture-builders, this year’s honorees are in a class of their own.
Counselor Top 40 Distributors 2026
This year’s top promo companies overcame significant obstacles while continuing to drive billions of dollars in sales.
Counselor Top 40 Suppliers 2026
This year’s top promo companies overcame significant obstacles while continuing to drive billions of dollars in sales.
Hit Promotional Products, Profill Solutions Name Brian Porter VP of Business Development
Porter, a member of the Counselor Power 50, previously served as chief revenue officer at Counselor Top 40 supplier Starline.
ASI Show Chicago 2026: Education Day Brings Technical Insight & Personalized Advice
During the day’s Wrap-Up session, speakers reiterated their insights on how promo pros can differentiate themselves from the competition and attend...
ASI Show Chicago 2026: Holiday Gifting Trends
Mary Furto and Liz Haesler of Counselor Top 40 supplier PCNA discussed ways to use brand-name appeal, modern wellness culture and more to create an...
Gemline Adds The Chair Blanket to Its Fall 2026 Collection
The chair covering, created by City Bonfires, gained mainstream attention after receiving an investment deal on the TV series “Shark Tank.”
U.S. Announces New Tariffs on Canadian Goods
The 50% levies on a slew of products will go into effect in 30 days.
Image Group Welcomes New Ownership
Farooq Shariff and Kaela Karim have purchased the company from Laura Hansen, the 30-year president of the Vancouver, BC-based firm, who has retired.
Cintas Reports 8.9% Revenue Growth for 2026 Fiscal Year
The publicly traded Counselor Top 40 distributor is projecting similar growth for its 2027 fiscal year following the completion of its UniFirst acq...
Gemline Adds LifeStraw to Portfolio of Purpose-Driven Retail Brands
A curated assortment of the brand’s hydration and reusable drinkware solutions are part of the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s Fall 2026 collection.
ASI Show Comes to Chicago Next Week
Attendees can participate in education sessions, explore supplier exhibits and hear from Red Lobster CEO Damola Adamolekun during a keynote address.
Industry Sales Grow 2.5% in Q2 as Business Pressures Persist
Distributor growth accelerated from the first quarter, but inflation, delayed purchasing decisions and uneven performance continue to temper promo ...
ASI’s 2026 Ad Impressions Study: British Columbia, Canada
Exclusive research from ASI explores the powerful impact and influence of promotional products.
Starline Promotes Michael Newman to Director of National Accounts
Newman joined the Counselor Top 40 supplier nearly a decade ago.