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Suppliers Brace for Major Shipping Disruptions Amid Iran War
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is causing rerouted shipping lanes, longer transit times and spikes in cargo rates.
World Cup Buzz Fuels Fastest-Growing ESP Searches in Q1
Early excitement for the world’s biggest sports tournament, along with interest in warm-weather products, drove ESP searches in the first quarter.
Registration Open for 2026 Sustainable Merch Summit
Apparel supplier Stanley/Stella has been named presenting partner of the virtual event set for Earth Day.
Q&A: How To Successfully Run and Grow a Small Business
A top industry consultant and experienced supplier entrepreneur share their best advice.
Trump Administration Announces New Tariff Rules on Steel, Aluminum & Copper
In the announcement, the president said the proposed tariffs, some as high as 50%, were a matter of national security.
Proforma Recognizes High-Earning Owners at Million Dollar Club Celebration
The annual event brought together distributors that generated between $1 million and $50 million in 2025 sales.
Cintas Increased Revenue Nearly 9% in Q3, Expects More Growth After UniFirst Acquisition
The Counselor Top 40 distributor of uniforms and workwear has also raised its annual revenue expectations roughly a month after the UniFirst deal w...
Lisa Folts Takes on Expanded Role at PromoShop as VP of Sales
Folts will now oversee sales enablement, account growth strategies and the development of sales content, messaging and playbooks for the Counselor ...
Facilisgroup Promotes Samantha Ross & Kevin Schnepp to VP Positions
Ross is now vice president of partner experience, and Schnepp has been named vice president of partner success.
Tim Andrews’ Final Letter to the Industry
As ASI’s president and CEO retires after 23 years, he reflects on the promo industry’s evolution and what comes next.
Beyond the Gym: New Trends in Performance Apparel
This popular category has transcended the sports and exercise world to become stylish everyday wear.
The Exit Interview: Tim Andrews on Leadership, Listening & Letting Go
After his 23-year tenure, ASI’s president and CEO reflects on his long run, strong finish and the discipline to stop there.
Starline Adds Quiksilver Drinkware to Its Growing Product Collection
The Counselor Top 40 supplier said the drinkware line is designed to combine aesthetic and sleek design with durability and utility.
The Promise (and Limitations) of Recycled Polyester
rPET has become popular in apparel and promo as a more sustainable alternative to virgin polyester. But behind the production process story lies a ...
Commonsku Members Visit Honduras for SanMar Factory Tour
The promo software company and several of its customers witnessed every step in the T-shirt-making process and got a firsthand look at the Counselo...
Fully Promoted Welcomes More Than 200 Attendees to Its Annual Summit
The Counselor Top 40 distributor held the three-day event during ASI Show Fort Worth, with the theme “Raising the Bar.”
ASI Fort Worth 2026: Keynoter Nick Friedman on How Brands Can Thrive
The co-founder of College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving offered actionable takeaways on building trust with end-buyers and providing winning solutions.
Cintas Acquires UniFirst in $5.5B Deal
The Counselor Top 40 distributor’s third attempt at acquiring UniFirst, a workwear and uniform company, was a success, marking its largest acquisit...