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Brian Urlacher Previews ASI Show Chicago Keynote With Talk on Grit & Overcoming Obstacles
The Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker delivers hard-hitting insights from the gridiron that business pros can use to power success in their careers.
Top Stories
World Emblem To Open Larger Factory in Houston, Bringing Up to 150 Jobs
The Counselor Top 40 supplier said it intends to reshore 50 jobs from China at the new facility.
Consumer Research: Generations
Exclusive research from ASI explores the promo preferences of consumers across a variety of demographics, starting with age.
SanMar Reduces Emissions Intensity 11% From 2019 Baseline
In its most recent sustainability report, the promo industry’s largest supplier also noted that it offers more than 200 styles made from lower-impact materials.
ASI Research Exclusive: European Distributors’ Annual Sales Rise in 2024, Topping $14.24B
The third annual study of the European promotional products industry builds on ASI Research’s initial groundbreaking report on the market, which launched in 2023.
Latest News
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Local Businesses Give Out Promo at Pride Celebration in Philly Suburbs
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GXN Network To Host Conference in Lisbon in September
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The Summer of George: The Yankees’ Creative New Bobblehead Sparks Enormous Fan Demand Well in Advance
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Translate Gen Z’s Love of ‘Grandma-Core’ Hobbies Into Promo
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Common UV Printing Myths Debunked
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Kaeser & Blair Leadership Summit Draws Nearly 200 Attendees
Product Hub
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Swag for Anyone & Everyone
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Trusty Team Spirit Essentials
Help schools and colleges prep for homecoming, tailgates and game day with these branded flags, noisemakers and more.
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Unique Promo for Summer
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
DHL Express Canada Reaches Tentative Agreement With Workers Union
Operations won’t resume until the new contract is finalized. Meanwhile, promo companies in Canada have had to lean into contingency plans to mitigate delivery disruption.
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In The News - June 2025
Proforma (asi/300094), a Counselor Top 40 distributor, has released the third season of the Proforma Family Cooking Show , which features recipes submitted by promo pros from within the...
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Sales Dynamics Celebrates 50 Years of Business
Lorne I. Ordel, president of the Toronto-based distributorship, reflects on the years since he founded the company in 1975 and planning for the future.
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Cutter & Buck’s Parent Firm Makes Austrian Acquisition
New Wave Group said it has acquired Cotton Classics Handels GmbH, an Austrian apparel wholesaler serving the promotional products segment, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe.
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Melinda Marr Promoted to Vice President of ACS Affiliate Services
Marr brings more than 30 years of promotional products industry experience to ACS, a subsidiary of AIM Smarter LLC that provides business solutions support to promo distributors.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
Geiger Diverted 215,000 Pounds of Waste From Landfills Last Year, 2025 ESG Guide Shows
The Counselor Top 40 distributor shared the latest data and progress from its many sustainability and community giveback programs in its recently released report.
Sustainability
Study: Plastic Bag Bans Are Working To Reduce Litter
A recent study published in the journal Science found a 25% to 47% decrease in plastic bag litter in shoreline cleanups.
Sustainability
Sustainable Storytelling: This New Children’s Book Is Made From Coffee Cup Waste
Little Coffee Cup and the Big Surprise will be printed on paper made from 13 recycled coffee cups collected in the U.K.
Seattle’s ‘Birthplace of Grunge’ Brings Screen Printing In-House To Meet Merchandise Demand
Seattle’s Central Saloon hosted Nirvana’s first Seattle show. Now, the legendary bar and venue is meeting demand for merchandise by printing its own T-shirts.
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Oowee Products’ Inclusive Hiring of Autistic Adults Is a ‘Win-Win’
The promotional products supplier, which manufactures leather goods in the U.S., has been employing members of the autistic community for years. Other industry companies have also provided meaningf...
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TravelChair Products Featured on ‘Good Morning America’
A range of outdoor chairs and a table from the supplier were included in the show’s “Deals & Steals” segment in June.
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Companies Hand Out Promo to the Thousands of Attendees at Philadelphia’s Juneteenth Event
The annual event featured more than 100 vendors, a 1.5-mile-long parade and a music festival.
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Does Oasis Reunion Tour Merch Have Takeaways for Promo Pros? Definitely Maybe
Replete with ‘90s nostalgia and retro sporty looks, the swag and how Oasis is promoting it provide valuable merch lessons industry distributors can use to drive business.
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Greater Pacific Industries
Infographic: What Product Features Are Possible With Customization?
New to selling custom products? No problem. With this infographic guide, you'll discover all the details your clients can customize by opting for completely custom, made-to-order promos. ...
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Podcast: Harnessing the Power of Heat Printing On Demand
As e-commerce and customer buying habits evolve, it's important to stay nimble to keep your business as profitable as possible. In today's podcast, we're joined by Dave Conner, content director...
Bella + Canvas
Podcast: Get To Know the Heavyweight Collection by BELLA+CANVAS
The Heavyweight Collection by BELLA+CANVAS (asi/39590) is bold and on trend. Today we're joined by Cassie Stanczyk, Sr. director of sales at BELLA+CANVAS, who is sharing everything you need to...