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6 Band Merch Promos to Rock to!

11 hours ago

Did you know that band merch is one of the best ways to finally support your favorite band or artist? It's true! Plus, everyone loves to show off that they went and saw their favorite artist in con...

Top 10 Promo Products for Financial Professionals

Jan 7

Whether you're a big bank, a small credit union, or a lender, these promo products are sure to be crowd-pleasers whether you're passing them out to new customers, long-time customers, or your emplo...

New Year: New Plans!

Dec 31, 2025

It's Q1, new projects are being started, and there's nothing better than getting organized in the New Year! Help your customers and team with their new year organizational goals with these planners...

Case Study: Shine Bright

Dec 23, 2025

Description: Sunglasses and Sunglass Case Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Summer is a big opportunity for coffee chains to sell frozen drinks. Part of an employee reward duri...

Case Study: Brighten Their Day

Dec 16, 2025

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 ...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

Dec 8, 2025

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 ...

Lil' Toy Trains

Dec 1, 2025

Step right up to Hobby Town! Little toy train sets are a blast from the past and are still a hit today! Did you know you can make a promotional product campaign around toy trains? Toy Train Stres...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Nov 23, 2025

Everybody loves getting new business – it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into gene...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Nov 16, 2025

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, “killing” chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defin...

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice: 8 Pumpkin Products to Spice Up Your Fall

Nov 8, 2025

Autumn means falling leaves, cozy sweaters, apples and mulled cider. But mostly... Autumn means pumpkin everything! As soon as August passes and September rolls around, you can almost gua...

Case Study: Bringing Back the Fanny Pack

Nov 1, 2025

Market: Entertainment Product Use: Gift With Purchase Promotion: A major theme park chose the Safeguard Security Waist Belt as a gift with purchase for customers who bought season passes. The w...

How to Gain Inspiration in 5 Minutes

Oct 25, 2025

People demand a lot of creativity from professionals these days. We live in an era of media overload, where viral video marketing and colorful infographics have become accepted means to engage an a...

Case Study: Custom Caps with a Budget Cap

Oct 17, 2025

Description: Custom Cap Industry: Trade Show/Convention/Events What it was purchased for: A major national racing event was looking for giveaways to hand out to folks in suites and VIP sponsors. ...

4 Products to Help Save the Rainforests

Oct 10, 2025

Did you know that a new animal species is discovered in the Amazon Rainforest every two days? From pink dolphins to black caimans to jaguars and tiny frogs, the rainforest is home to some of the wo...

Case Study: Snap a Pic!

Oct 2, 2025

Objective: A large photography studio wanted a better welcome kit for their wedding clients than just a few loose flyers. Product: Mini Horizontal Pocket Folder Personalization: The photography s...

Case Study: Celebrate Milestones

Sep 25, 2025

A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this ...

Top 10 Promotional Product Ideas for the Construction Industry

Sep 17, 2025

Whether you're working in the construction industry, cater to outdoor enthusiasts, or simply want to lead a company-wide safety session, having an array of timely, yet practical promotional product...

6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Sep 10, 2025

Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...

Case Study: Bear With Us

Sep 2, 2025

Description: Plush Big Paw Bear with Shirt Industry: Financial Services / Banking What it was purchased for: A bank chain needed a product for tellers to hand out to new account members. How it ...

6 Snap-Worthy Products for Every Photographer

Aug 26, 2025

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 their lunc...

Case Study: Guess the Flavor Lip Balm

Aug 19, 2025

Guess the Flavor Lip Balm Organization Health Insurance Organization Product Featured Lip Balm & Lip Balm Sleeve Goal of Promotion Generating positive reinforcement with sales reps ...

Case Study: A Prom Ticket Keepsake

Aug 11, 2025

A Prom Ticket Keepsake Organization High School Product Featured Elastic Wristband Goal of Promotion Issuing prom tickets ...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Aug 4, 2025

If you're looking for some awesome gear to support your team-or for some killer merch for your team's fans-we've got you covered with these awesome promotional products for sports lovers! 1. C...

Case Study: Financial Industry

Jul 28, 2025

Products Javalina(r) 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 ...

Case Study: Success on Campus

Jul 20, 2025

A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most stud...

Non-Profits and Promo Products

Jul 13, 2025

Non-profit organizations play a crucial role in our society by addressing various social, environmental, and health issues. These organizations rely heavily on donations and support from the commun...

Case Study: Zip It Up

Jul 6, 2025

Description: Hit Sports Pack with Front Zipper Industry: Broadcast Media/Telecommunication What it was purchased for: A cellular provider needed giveaways for an event at a major university. How ...

Case Study: Bake in Business

Jun 29, 2025

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 t...

6 Promo Products to Freshen Up Your Employees' Wardrobes

Jun 22, 2025

The Voyager Jacket Go ahead, chart a course for adventure! This waterproof breathable, packable rain jacket is the right choice for any destination and will be your new favorite travel companio...

Case Study: I Was Framed!

Jun 14, 2025

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 wante...

It's a Birdie! Six Promos Perfect for Golf Lovers

Jun 7, 2025

Sometimes the most important business is conducted on the green! These six promos are perfect for those clients you know who love to golf. Callaway Org 14 Cart Bag This bag comes with individu...

4 Promotional Products that Give Back

May 31, 2025

Are you looking to capture people's attention? For a promotion that really packs a punch, consider choosing a product that partners your organization with a social good program. By giving back to a...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

May 24, 2025

What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...

Case Study: The Techno Pup!

May 17, 2025

A software company creates attention at tradeshow events with custom plush animal mascot giveaways. This plush Leonberger Dog Mascot for the company as giveaways at trade shows and other marketing ...

Forest-Safe FSC Products

May 10, 2025

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a non-profit organization that provides proven sustainable forest management solutions. In 1992, the Eco Summit in Rio failed to produce an agreement to stop...

Case Study: Wheelie Important Paperwork

May 3, 2025

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. Th...

How One Hour Can Determine Your Success

Apr 26, 2025

After working a long, tiring day, all you want to do is plop down on the sofa and watch TV. The thought of laying on the couch spending hours of mindless activity is tempting to most. In fact, the ...

5 Tips for Boosting Social Media Engagement

Apr 18, 2025

Social media is used for different purposes. News outlets tweet out breaking news, fashion trends are posted on Instagram, and political ads are promoted through Facebook. Social media platforms ar...

Case Study: A Cheese-y Promotion

Apr 11, 2025

Objective: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. Product: Coupon Gatefold Photo Folder Personalization: R...

Tasty Products to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

Apr 4, 2025

If you're looking for a crowd-pleaser of a promotion, consider candy! Few people can resist the delicious charms of a tasty treat, and giving someone a sweet gift is a great way to have them rememb...

A Case Study in Promo: A Medieval Dinner Theater Chain

Mar 28, 2025

Romanticizing medieval European life, particularly medieval fantasy life, has a distinctly modern allure. Americans especially have a deep affinity for medieval culture, evident not only in our med...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Mar 21, 2025

A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...

Case Study: Keep Warm Buddy Set

Mar 14, 2025

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...

Top 5 Promotional Products for Professionals

Mar 7, 2025

Lawyers, CPAs, and architects, to name a few professionals, spend countless hours working in challenging industries. Promotional products are excellent for employee relations, orientation progra...

Case Study: Save the Date, Save the Day

Feb 28, 2025

Description: Trifold Calendars Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high perceived va...

6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors

Feb 21, 2025

A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a ...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Feb 14, 2025

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it – Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform h...

5 New Ideas for Construction Promo Campaigns

Feb 6, 2025

Promotional products are a key component of any marketing strategy, as they help to increase brand visibility and awareness. However, when it comes to promoting workplace safety, adding your logo t...

Hip Hip Hooray for Education!

Jan 30, 2025

Are you looking for a fun way to show off your school spirit? Whether you are at an elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these promotional products are sure to be a big hit wi...

Case Study: 3D is the Key

Jan 23, 2025

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 p...

All About Potato Promo

Jan 16, 2025

Whether you're an Idaho native or just a big fan of potatoes, here's a list of some spectacular potato promotional products that you may find appealing! Bag Clip What better way to keep chips ...

Case Study: Don't Run from this Promo!

Jan 9, 2025

Description: Running Belt Fanny Pack Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: A nationwide gym chain was looking for an item to give away with the purchase of yearly memberships....

Get Techy With These 10 Tech Promo Products!

Jan 2, 2025

When you're looking for a promo product, you're probably going to be looking for something that your customers and team members can use daily - enter the tech promo product! These products are perf...

Craft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag

Dec 26, 2024

Virtual tradeshows are definitely here to stay, and that isn't a bad thing! Not only are virtual tradeshows a lot more cost-effective for the organization hosting them, but they're also cheaper for...

Never Get Cold with These 5 Unique Sweatshirts

Dec 19, 2024

A cozy sweatshirt is perfect for those cold office days or a trip to the mountains. Since athleisure is all the rage nowadays, take part in this trend with a warm sweatshirt. Here are a few option...

Case Study: Attract New Customers

Dec 11, 2024

As part of their new corporate wellness program, the company wanted to stress the importance of healthy nutrition to its employees. Along with literature, discount memberships at a local health clu...

Earbuds and Speakers and Headphones - Oh My!

Dec 4, 2024

Music connects us as humans -- it transcends boundaries, cultures, race, and language! You can instantly connect with someone you may not have over the mutual love for a song or a band. Whether it'...

The History of Promotional Products

Nov 27, 2024

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

Customer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing

Nov 19, 2024

Customer experience can make or break your company. How you and your employees treat customers directly reflects your brand's values. But the truth is, positive customer experiences can be difficul...

Must-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry

Nov 5, 2024

Real estate promotional products are a memorable way to stay top of mind with your clients by promoting your brand, while also giving something back to your clients. Whether it's part of a direct m...

8 Fall Promo Products

Oct 29, 2024

As the weather cools down, we're having dreams of color changing leaves and all the fall themed events and promotions to come. From Halloween parties to homecoming football games, there are plenty...

Case Study: The Big Picture

Oct 22, 2024

Description: Coupon Photo Folder Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repea...

Case Study: Stick to the Schedule

Oct 15, 2024

Industry: Hospitality Personalization: A small sandwich shop wanted to increase their business during lunch hour. Their target market was people who worked near their restaurant. Method of Distri...

These Are the Tech-Savvy Promotional Products You Are Looking For

Oct 7, 2024

Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiqu...

Case Study: Employee Appreciation Gift

Sep 30, 2024

A company with many sales representatives needed an item for their top sales performers. Since their sales staff has both men and women, they needed an item that could be used by either gender. The...

5 Pitch Perfect Products for Musically Talented Individuals

Sep 23, 2024

We all have talented musicians in our lives. Whether they can shred on an electric guitar or have tried out for the local singing competition, some people are born to make music. Here are 5 promo ...

Why You Should Consider A New Hire Welcoming Kit

Sep 16, 2024

Did you know that according to Gallup, only 12% of employees feel they have experienced a good onboarding experience? Onboarding is more than just filling out the mandatory HR paperwork and some tr...

6 Helpful Tips to Address Unhappy Customers

Sep 8, 2024

It's the moment you dread. The phone call you don't want to pick up. The review you're scared to address. Responding to unhappy customers seems like a chore. It can be overwhelming and humiliatin...

Case Study: Take a Map!

Sep 1, 2024

Objective: A university wanted a practical handout to give to prospective students, alumni, and other campus visitors. The handout was intended for first-time visitors and those who hadn't been o...

6 Morning Routine Products That Will Wake Anyone Up

Aug 25, 2024

Everyone has their very own personalized morning routine. It doesn't matter if you wake up 3 hours before work or 20 minutes before you have to rush out the door, with Pop-Tart in hand, we all have...

10 Promotional Products for Healthy Living

Aug 18, 2024

We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it's easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down that ...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Aug 11, 2024

Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...

5 Promo Products to Make Your Office Safer for Employees

Aug 3, 2024

As business' doors open back up and employees step into the office, it's essential to make sure they feel safe and comfortable as the return to their desks. Whether you own a business that has 3 em...

Case Study: Real Modern Recognition

Jul 27, 2024

Market: Finance Product Use: Employee Recognition Promotion: A wealth management firm selected the Samsonite Executive Computer Backpack as an employee recognition gift. At the company's year-e...

11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle

Jul 20, 2024

Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports...

Take a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors

Jul 13, 2024

Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...

8 Promotional Product Ideas for Students of All Ages

Jul 5, 2024

Whether it's a Big 12 university or an elementary school, people love to show off their school spirit! So, we chose eight promotional products that are perfect for both students and teachers of all...

#Instagram Inspiration

Jun 28, 2024

Instagram is a fun app where you can discover the latest info on celebrities, influencers, and yes, even inspiration for promo products! From mega water jugs to party décor, see what is tren...

Case Study: Snack Pack It!

Jun 21, 2024

Vertical Market: Hospitality Product Use: Gift with Enrollment Promotion: An ocean excursion company chose the Igloo(r) Marine Backpack Cooler as a gift with enrollment for customers participatin...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Jun 14, 2024

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Jun 6, 2024

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

It's Pizza Time! 6 Pizza Products You'll Fall In Love For

May 30, 2024

Did you know that pizza has been around for a really long time? Pizza has been around since antiquity when the Romans, Egyptians, and the Greeks would all layer flatbreads with toppings, and even t...

5 Awesome Recreational Wearables

May 23, 2024

Did you know that wearables are the #1 best-received promotional product? Add your logo to these fresh wearables and make your brand a walking advertisement with innumerable impressions all year lo...

Five #Trending Gift Baskets

May 16, 2024

Gift baskets are the best way to give a little something of everything. Whether your recipient is a fan of chocolate or cheese, show them a little love, all wrapped up in one! Here are five #trend...

8 Paw-some Promotional Products for Dogs and Dog Lovers

May 9, 2024

Whether you work with animals or want to show that your business is pet-friendly, there are plenty of products that will win over every dog breed! Here are 8 of our favorite pet products. Colla...

6 A+ Products for Online Education Courses

May 1, 2024

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 st...

Wooing Discerning Celebs with the CARSON Double Wall Bolero Tumbler

Apr 24, 2024

What do you get the celebrity-chef-turned-travel-show-host who has everything? How about the VP of Paid Media at a premier hotel chain you'd love to snag an advertising deal with? Brands like Tra...

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