Case Study: Insuring Happy Employees
2 days ago
Item: JAFFA® Round Zinc Coaster Purpose: End of year gifts for employees Audience: Insurance firm employees An insurance firm had a particularly prosperous year and wanted to give employees end...
Continue ReadingBuilding the Perfect Swag Bag
May 07
Everyone loves a party favor, and Oscar’s weekend is the perfect time to consider what makes a swag bag truly memorable. The Oscar swag bag is the ultimate party favor with Forbes estimating the...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Jot It Down
May 03
Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded it...
Continue ReadingCase Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?
Apr 04
Product: Phone Stand Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A local financial institution needed a giveaway item for current and potential clients. It had to be useful to keep their name in ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Piece of Cake
Mar 28
Objective: A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry, but they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Products:...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do the Wave
Mar 13
Market: School Objective: A school’s athletic program was struggling to pay for recurring expenses. Game attendance had dropped over the previous year, and alumni attendance was weak. The sc...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County Public Schools Career and Technical Education Students of the Year
Feb 16
Our team congratulates these students for their outstanding achievements in the CTE Programs. These students are the promise of Gwinnett.
Continue ReadingCase Study: It Takes a Village
Feb 13
Objective: A village needed an easy way to let residents know when there were issues with their water meters. They wanted a faster method of communication than mailing letters, and something more di...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping it All Together
Jan 30
Objective: An insurance company wanted to send new customers home with a special gift and a way to keep their new insurance policy documentation organized. Product: Insurance Document Pouch & Full ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Roll Up in Style
Jan 15
Description: Roll-Up Blanket Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A reward to employees for good service. How it was distributed: These blankets were mailed to locations aro...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Real Modern Recognition
Jan 01
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 yea...
Continue ReadingPPB Presents: A Look At Race And Diversity In The Promo Industry
Dec 30, 2020
PPAI’s PromoTalks podcast features insightful, engaging conversations relevant to promotional products professionals and their businesses. The podcast series, which debuted in March, has already...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Safety First
Dec 25, 2020
Product: Auto Safety Kit Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: As a gift to anyone who opened a new bank account for over $1,000.00. How it was distributed: The bank was looking for a brande...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Weather is Snow Joke
Dec 18, 2020
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. The...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Recognition
Dec 10, 2020
Item: JAFFA® Wave Award Purpose: Welcome gift for incentive winners Audience: Software company sales representatives A software company held a sales incentive contest for reps to win a trip ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Guess the Flavor Lip Balm
Dec 03, 2020
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 De...
Continue ReadingHOW EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT SELF-CARE
Nov 25, 2020
As this crazy year comes to an end, stress unfortunately does not seem to be going anywhere. COVID cases are again surging, and on top of that are the usual holiday planning stresses, shorter days acc...
Continue ReadingBoosting Employee Happiness | 5 Things Employees Value Above Salary
Nov 20, 2020
What’s important to employees? A lot more than just their paychecks. As it turns out, salary has less to do with employee happiness than you may think. “Money isn’t the driver of jo...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Nov 18, 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 ReadingPromotional Products People Want… But Won’t Buy Themselves
Nov 13, 2020
Everyone has stuff lying around the house that they use regularly without even realizing it. Honestly, when was the last time you bought a jar opener? That’s what we thought! There are tons of p...
Continue ReadingCongratulations TOTY Finalist
Nov 10, 2020
Congratulations to the six Gwinnett County Public Schools finalists for the district’s 2021 Teacher of the Year (TOTY) honor! Your typical day in the classroom doesn’t involve balloons...
Continue ReadingCSI supports Brookwood High School FBLA
Nov 07, 2020
We remain committed to supporting student enrichment and community causes. Join our team in a simple donation of a coat to Brookwood High School FBLA today in their efforts of closing the gap of pove...
Continue ReadingDirector James Rayford Shares Report With GCPS BOE
Oct 30, 2020
James Rayford shared his report and forecast of the success health of the male community based mentoring program. In this report, James emphasized the impact and importance of community men volunteer...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bake in Business
Sep 28, 2020
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: Look, Ma, No Hands!
Sep 14, 2020
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their budget...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Cheese-y Promotion
Sep 07, 2020
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: Rest...
Continue ReadingCase Study: College Fair Giveaway
Aug 23, 2020
Description: 4" Mini Plush Buddies Frog with Shirt Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A community college was looking for a giveaway item to have at their booth for the upcoming college ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Attract New Customers
Jul 25, 2020
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 club a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Life of the Mardi
Jul 18, 2020
Market: Hospitality Objective: With their event scheduled close to Mardi Gras, event planners wanted to provide a themed goodie package for attendees with giveaways from event sponsors. They wanted...
Continue ReadingSupport For Rewards And Recognition Programs On The Rise
Jul 17, 2020
Most manufacturers—about 80 percent, according to a National Association of Manufacturers survey—expect the coronavirus pandemic to have a financial impact on their business, yet data from...
Continue ReadingThe Human Connection Remains An Important Part Of Marketing, Despite Technology And Automation
Jun 24, 2020
Customers’ expectations are proving a challenge for marketers seeking a balance between technology’s efficiencies and personal connections through human interaction. The Conference Board s...
Continue ReadingInfuse More Empathy Into Your Communication
Jun 08, 2020
1. Learn to listen well. When you are speaking with a customer or prospect, are you really listening to them—or are you thinking of what you want to say next? It's important to listen to the ...
Continue ReadingWorking From Home: How Technology Has Kept Us Connected
Jun 05, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has forced millions of people to quickly adapt to a slew of lifestyle changes. From no longer going out for leisure activities or shopping to putting a hold on conferences and...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pillow Box
Jun 04, 2020
Objective A children's hospital wanted to send a thank you gift package to donors. They wanted patients to be able to add a personalized touch to the gift to connect donors better to the cause. Prod...
Continue ReadingPyramid Award Winner’s Campaign Draws Record Numbers To Open House
Jun 03, 2020
PPAI’s Pyramid Award program celebrates the talents and accomplishments of the companies and professionals in the promotional products industry. First introduced in 1958, for more than 60 years ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Rock out on the Run
May 28, 2020
Description: Earbuds With a Wristband Industry: Marathon What it was purchased for: A sponsor was looking for an item or items that runners/walkers could be given at the race that they could use dur...
Continue ReadingGwinnett school raises money to help feed hungry
May 27, 2020
In continuing their efforts as responsible community members, Brookwood High School students, staff and area residents raised more than $5,200 for the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia to hel...
Continue ReadingCase Study: These Calendars Aren't Week
May 21, 2020
Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank inc...
Continue ReadingDistrict names 2020 GCPS CTE Student of the Year, winner of Inspirational Journey Award
May 20, 2020
Congratulations to Shreya Kuturu, a North Gwinnett HS senior, for her selection as GCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) Student of the Year! The district also honors Mario Nieto of Norcro...
Continue ReadingBrookwood High Seniors receive Karsh STEM Scholarships to Howard University
May 19, 2020
Two Brookwood seniors are among only 34 students across the nation to receive of a Karsh STEM Scholarship to Howard University--a 100%, four-year scholarship for students interested in pursuing a PhD ...
Continue ReadingYour Company's Product Safety Aware Status
May 14, 2020
Congratulations on your organization becoming Product Safety Aware! Your organization is taking the lead in promoting PPAI’s larger initiative which focuses on creating awareness and promoting t...
Continue ReadingPPEF On Track To Award 161 Scholarships In May
May 06, 2020
The Promotional Products Education Foundation (PPEF) is moving forward with awarding $276,750 in scholarships this year as originally budgeted. On an April conference call, the PPEF Executive Committe...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Plastics Make it Possible
Apr 30, 2020
Description: Oasis Recycled Bottle Pen Industry: Chemicals What it was purchased for: Trade Show Giveaways How it was distributed: A chemical company needed something to give away at a tradeshow. T...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Celebrate Milestones
Apr 23, 2020
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 mil...
Continue ReadingBIC Graphic NA Donates $10,000 In Promo Products To Local Teachers
Apr 22, 2020
Our supplier partner BIC Graphic NA has donated $10,000 worth of promotional products to Marjorie’s Hope Back to School program in support of Pasco County, Florida, teachers. This is the second ...
Continue ReadingThe Coronavirus may prove to be the reset we needed
Apr 13, 2020
I continue to search for my personal lessons, takeaway or discovery from this pandemic. Well, I have connected with many people in my phone contact list with a message of care. I have discovered how m...
Continue ReadingGwinnett County media center specialist earns national recognition
Apr 11, 2020
A Meadowcreek High School media specialist was named the nation’s top librarian by a magazine that covers education. Cicely Lewis began the “Read Woke” program at the Norcross...
Continue ReadingSiegel, who was 92, passed away due to complications from the coronavirus.
Apr 09, 2020
Sidney Siegel was proud to have been a pioneer in the promotional products industry. But for the native New Yorker, the roles of father, husband and grandfather were even more important. After Siegel...
Continue ReadingWorking From Home: A Starter Kit
Apr 09, 2020
Perhaps you've heard? Lots of people are working from home these days – many for the first time. While nobody minds sleeping in and skipping the morning commute, there are definitely some adjust...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A
Apr 08, 2020
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...
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