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Theresa Hegel

  • Executive Editor, Digital Content

Theresa Hegel covers strategy for ASI Media, with a focus on apparel, digital technology and business operations and management. She's won multiple regional and national awards for her writing and reporting.

The Bright Side: SanMar Launches Backpacks To Benefit Charity

The supplier is donating $5 for every pack sold to either the American Red Cross or the...

Promo Firms Recognized on Inc. 5000 List

The annual list ranks the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S.

Decorating Roundup: Stahls’ Launches Flexbroidery

Plus, Stickers International has added metallic styles, and Ninja Transfers has launche...

Repreve Launches New Recycled Textile Products

A white dyeable polyester filament yarn and insulation material ThermaLoop represent a ...

Storm Creek Launches New Sustainably Produced Apparel

The Eagan, MN-based supplier launched its 2025 catalog, featuring garments using bluesi...

Decorating Roundup: Epson Releases New Dye-Sublimation Printers

Also, Arcus Printers has launched a soft-touch direct-to-film transfer adhesive powder,...

Overture Promotions Releases 2023 ESG Report

The Counselor Top 40 distributor said it reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions and plante...

HanesBrands Reports 4% Sales Loss in Q2

The apparel basics company said actions like selling the Champion brand are helping it ...

Blink Marketing Logistics Hires Industry Vets Marty Engel & Matt Rosenbaum

The duo previously worked together at Counselor Top 40 distributor Corporate Imaging Co...

HALO Acquires Wisconsin Distributor Think It Then Ink It

It’s the Counselor Top 40 firm’s second acquisition in the state this year.

S&S Activewear Acquires alphabroder

The second- and third-largest suppliers said they are combining forces to better serve ...

Geiger Acquires UK-Based Brandelity

It continues a string of acquisitions in the European promo market for the Top 40 distr...

Bison Coolers Expands to 22,000-Square-Foot Facility

The Fort Worth, TX-based company said the larger building will help it become more effi...

The Bright Side: Charles River Apparel Expands Breast Cancer Research Giveback

The supplier, through the end of October, is donating 10% of the purchase price on 16 s...

Inktavo Acquires Clarity Software

Integration of the U.K.-based management information system will help Inktavo further e...

White House Cutting Federal Procurement of Single-Use Plastic

The Biden-Harris administration, citing the scope of the plastic pollution crisis, want...

SanMar Launches Slate of Sustainability-Focused Products for Fall

Among the new garments are additions to its carbon-neutral C-FREE line, a recycled-blen...

Decorating Roundup: World Emblem Offers Embroidery Alternative

Plus, Roland DGA has partnered with Vastex for a direct-to-film bundle, and Internation...

State of the Industry: The Latest Shift in Sustainability Requirements

Increasing client demands for eco certifications and information signals a new approach...

Counselor Sustainability Advocate of the Year 2024: XD Connects

The European supplier is proving its goods are sustainable – and providing a model for ...

Sustainability Brewing: Brand Upcycles Beer Industry’s Waste Into New Products

Emily Neville launched Beer to Bags a few years after starting a clothing upcycling bus...

Compostable Polyester & Paper Yarn Among Innovations at Fiber Trade Show

Sustainability was a prominent story at the two-day sourcing show in New York City.

Decorating Roundup: Arcus Releases Grand Format Sublimation Printer

Also, Epson won design awards for an array of products, and Pacific Emblem offers glow-...

Industry Veterans Launch Exec to Coach, a Consulting Service

The new coaching firm was founded by Ashley McCune, who previously served as president ...

iPROMOTEu Hosts Supplier Showcase Events Across U.S.

The Counselor Top 40 distributor said its recent events in California, Florida and Tenn...