News January 24, 2025
AIM Smarter, ACS Affiliate Services Recognize VIP Supplier Partners
The service providers honored companies and individuals for their contributions to the industry and the value they provide to their distributor networks.
Key Takeaways
• Recognition of Excellence: AIM Smarter and ACS Affiliate Services recently recognized several suppliers and representatives for their exceptional contributions to the promotional products industry.
• Industry Impact: The recognized suppliers and representatives play a crucial role in driving success and innovation within the industry and among AIM Smarter’s and ACS’ distributor networks.
Distributor service provider AIM Smarter and its subsidiary ACS Affiliate Services recently rolled out the red carpet for their VIP supplier partners, recognizing select companies and sales representatives for their contributions to the industry and excellence in delivering value to AIM’s affiliate network.
Kara Main, Brian DeBottis, Sharon Schiffelhuber, Carrie Conde, Suzanne Simpson, Nikki Stella, Brian Deissroth, Susan Lewandowski, Michelle DeMayo, Justin Tsu, Cathy Cummings (from left to right) celebrating the AIM/ACS VIP Supplier Awardees.
“These awards honor suppliers and representatives who consistently exceed expectations and provide outstanding support to our members and affiliates,” said Cathy Cummings, executive vice president of supplier relations at AIM Smarter. “Their contributions not only strengthen our network but also set the standard for excellence in the promotional products industry.”
The following suppliers and sales representatives were recognized at a ceremony during the PPAI Expo in Las Vegas:
- Above and Beyond Award: Carrie Conde, territory sales representative at Counselor Top 40 supplier HPG (asi/61966)
- Shining Star Award:
- HPG
- Gemline (asi/56070), a Top 40 supplier
- Tomax USA (asi/91435)
- Edwards Garment (asi/51752), a Top 40 supplier
- High Caliber Line USA (asi/43442)
- Rising Star Award: BEL Promo (asi/39552)
- Supplier Rep of the Year: Brian DeBottis, vice president of strategic accounts at Starline (asi/89320), a Top 40 supplier
- Impact Award: Suzanne Simpson, director of strategic accounts at Gemline
“We are thrilled to recognize these outstanding suppliers and individuals who go above and beyond to drive success and innovation in our industry,” said Nichole Stella, CEO of AIM and ACS. “Their dedication to quality and service exemplifies the collaborative spirit that powers our network, and we are proud to celebrate their achievements.”
AIM Smarter is an industry distributor network that focuses on providing technology tools, business services and benefits to more than 2,000 distributor members. ACS Affiliate Services, a subsidiary of AIM Smarter, offers distributor members pricing benefits, professional development and office support.