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Case Study: A Not-So-Silly Idea
Sep 13
An insurance company signed up to be the “hydration” sponsor for a fun and colorful 5K run/walk for charity. The race was popular in the community because it was known as a vibrant, fun-fi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keep Warm Buddy Set
Sep 06
Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip. They ch...
Continue ReadingCase Study: 3D is the Key
Aug 30
A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of prod...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Have a Seat
Aug 22
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, a non-profit healthcare provider needed additional waiting room seating for their clinics and health centers across the state. As a non-profit, they needed an affordab...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Aug 15
Product: Two-Tone Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Sports What it was purchased for: A major sports team was having difficulty keeping attendance up at weeknight games. They came up with the idea of doin...
Continue ReadingThe Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers
Aug 07
You put together the business plan, signed the lease, designed an informative website and…*crickets*. It can be pretty discouraging when you put in the effort, but you’re not attracting...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips
Jul 31
A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when th...
Continue Reading3 Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood Right Now
Jul 24
Do you ever get a case of the Mondays…on a Thursday? We all get down sometimes, but that doesn’t mean we need to stay there. Whether someone said something that upset you, you’re st...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Brighten Their Day
Jul 16
A realtor wanted to give a thank-you gift to those who purchased a new home with them. They chose the LED Carbon Fiber Aluminum Flashlight. They printed their logo along with the tagline, "We will bri...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wheelie Important Paperwork
Jul 09
Market: Automotive Objective: A motorcycle dealership wanted professional, branded document pouches to hold important paperwork for new customers to take home after their motorcycle purchase. They ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wine for the Win
Jul 02
A local winery at their annual fall festival was looking for a way to boost their sales on take-home bottles of wine. So, they gave away the imprinted Winged Corkscrew to anyone who purchased three bo...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Jun 25
Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wanted a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bake in Business
Jun 17
Description: Set of 4 Measuring Cups Industry: Hospitality / Tourism What it was purchased for: A casino in the Milwaukee area wanted to spice up a "normal giveaway" with a theme. They had come to t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Info in a Flash
Jun 10
Item: 8GB Custom USB 2.0 Flash Drive Purpose: Provide information about the school and programs Audience: Students and prospective students A community college was looking for a unique way to di...
Continue Reading30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed
Jun 03
We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeeding....
Continue Reading6 Tips on Professionally Reaching New Heights in 2020
May 27
Can you believe 2020 is here? We can’t either! With the new decade beginning, it’s important to take baby steps that will eventually help you reach your professional goals this year. Wheth...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Way
May 20
Item: WideBody® Message Pen Purpose: Inform people about range of services Audience: Clients and general public A chiropractic office wanted to inform clients and others about their range of...
Continue ReadingHow to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss
May 12
Sometimes life gets hard. You don’t have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can...
Continue ReadingCase Study: You Can Count on Us
May 05
The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavirus...
Continue ReadingFrom Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love
Apr 28
Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of uniform...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time
Apr 21
Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time Organization High School Product Featured Spray Hand Sanitizer Goal of Promotion To promote good health for the winter season Description of Case H...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A StuPENdous Promotion
Apr 13
Description: Dart Pen Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A data storage company wanted an item they could put on their company store website in which branches or divisions could purchas...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Work it Out!
Apr 06
A nationwide insurance company shifted their employees out of their field offices to at-home workspaces due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Their HR team was tasked with providing a team appreciation gif...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Mar 30
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag
Mar 23
Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock design,...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Mar 16
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing t...
Continue ReadingBeyond PPE: 6 Feel-Good Promo Products for Hospitals
Mar 09
Although 2020 has been over-saturated with PPE products, hospitals and medical offices still seek other promo product ideas (beyond PPE) to pass out to patients, nurses, and visitors. Whether being...
Continue Reading6 Rootin’ Tootin’ Country Western Products
Mar 01
Country Western isn’t just a type of music genre, it’s become an entire culture in the American West and around the world. Cowboy culture dates back to the 19th century when ranchers settl...
Continue ReadingYour Customers Won't Want to Remove These Promotional Products From Their Desks
Feb 22
At the end of the day, promotional products are really all about getting brands out in front of people to grow awareness and ultimately, increase sales! If you want to get strategic, there are a coupl...
Continue Reading6 A+ Products for Online Education Courses
Jan 29
Classrooms have looked very different this year. Who agrees? Notebooks have turned into laptops, desks have turned into dining room tables, and students have kept their distance by learning and study...
Continue ReadingPromotional Golf Products That Are Made in the USA
Dec 29, 2020
These golf-themed promotional products are a hole-in-one! Add your logo to take your company’s golf tournament or event to the next level. Treat golfers to custom golf balls, umbrellas, bag t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Too Hot to Jot
Nov 29, 2020
Objective: Department managers wanted their new employees to have an easy way to take notes during the onboarding process. They wanted to incorporate company branding to keep their image consistent....
Continue ReadingCase Study: Health & Wellness Spas
Oct 28, 2020
Products Javalina Jewel® Pen Industry Health & Wellness Spas Application Future Visits A day spa wanted to ensure that its guests always received the royal treatment. To encourage f...
Continue ReadingYou Can Bank on These 7 Promotional Products
Sep 28, 2020
Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These seven products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveaw...
Continue ReadingLanyards: Everything You Need to Know
Aug 28, 2020
When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different sty...
Continue Reading5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand
Jul 28, 2020
In the world of business, marketing trends are always evolving and it's easy to be overwhelmed. Sometimes you take one step forward only to be knocked two steps back. Luckily, there are endless resour...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?
Jun 28, 2020
Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A VIP...
Continue Reading7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly
May 27, 2020
With more and more people preferring to conduct business exclusively online, a user-friendly website isn’t just desirable, it’s required if you want to be successful. These seven tips will...
Continue ReadingYour Guide to Promo Hats
Apr 27, 2020
A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it’s easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you’ll learn the differences between the various s...
Continue Reading10 Promo Products for Auto-Lovers
Mar 27, 2020
Grab your keys and prepare for a Bo Duke slide across the hood of your car. It’s time to take a look at 10 promo products for auto-lovers. For this list, we put together a travel-bag of gear wor...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Feb 26, 2020
A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company chose ...
Continue Reading6 Snap-Worthy Products for Every Photographer
Jan 26, 2020
Do you know what bokeh means? Aperture? That’s ok if you don’t, but many of your clients may know these terms if they are avid photographers! Whether they enjoy taking a flat lay shot of t...
Continue ReadingAdvice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip
Dec 26, 2019
Traveling for business can be a hectic experience if you approach your upcoming trip without any preparation. As with everything else in the world, there is an art to getting the most out of business ...
Continue Reading8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day
Nov 26, 2019
From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these tou...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A
Oct 25, 2019
Organization Tanning Salon Product Featured Polyester Lanyard Goal of Promotion To create new clients for salon Description of Case History A tanning salon wanted a creative way to give out a...
Continue ReadingYou Need More Cowbell
Sep 25, 2019
Description: Cowbell Industry: Sporting Events, Athletics What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runners. They chose ...
Continue Reading9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals
Aug 25, 2019
Your phone’s ringing off the hook. You’ve got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how yo...
Continue Reading5 Environmentally-Friendly Promotional Products
Jul 25, 2019
How about that Earth, huh? She sure is something. Fortunately, there are plenty of people in the promotional products industry that feel the same way. In fact, we can offer you thousands of products t...
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