If you know me, you know my true colors are always showing. What does than mean? I know who I am, where I am going, my limits, my flaws, my talents, my worth and when to walk away. Remember, shoes are made for walkin.' As a painting major, I fell in love with paint; oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, tempera and encaustic. My preferred mediums became acrylic and watercolor. Acrylic for the speed to change you mind. The quick dry time allows an artist the flexibility to chan

Everyday Promotional Partners shares secrets. Our secrets are derived by expertise and shared abundantly with our partners. Today we have 4 secrets to adding value, resilience & longevity to your marketing dollars. Secret #1 Right now, the tentree Organic Cotton Juniper Blanket is 20% off, plus free embroidery set up up to 10K stitches. Secret #2 Juniper trees resilient. According to the National Park Service, many juniper species live for 350 to 700 years—with some specimens

Branding is the impression, perception and emotional connection formed by an audience in response to your marketing efforts. At 219 North Salem St in Apex NC- spooktacular things happen! Every touch point should be cohesive. Crafting a cohesive framework around your brand that's clear and recognizable, builds a trusted identity. We conjure up brand magic everyday! Yesterday's post pointed out that brands travel, making it essential that your message connect & resonate with yo

For those of us who love the ocean, tacking plastic pollution IS one of the largest environmental challenges. Ocean Bottle is a brand that's tackling this challenge by turning everyday hydration into a force for good. What's the force behind this brand? The profile of the bottle is intentionally simple, clean. The purpose is behind the brand is clear. Through each bottle sold, 25 lbs of ocean bound plastic, representing roughly 1,000 bottles is collected in coastal community

Almost 20 years ago, Promotional Partners was an idea, a dream, but not a reality. We never forget that without you, there is no Promotional Partners. Beyond the logo on the bag, it's what's inside that matters. A brand is not a logo, it's how others feel about your brand; their experience. October 5-9 is National Customer Service Appreciation Week. Adding extra value, that's the Promotional Partners way. Recently Lauren Cerretti with WithersRavenel, shared this testimonial.

In May 2007 Promotional Partners incorporated. In 2008 an ambassador of the Apex Chamber of Commerce suggested we join. Fun fact- that's Wes Moyer, in the left corner of the photo. Like me, he's a current chamber member and former ambassador member and former Apex Chamber Ambassador. That's our team of 3 celebrating our first ribbon cutting after we moved to Downtown Apex in the fall of 2008. Fast forward, that's me, Wes and Chris; both Modern Woodman, at a recent Apex Chamb

A sense of belonging is an abstract concept, yet we know when we're part of a family, community and team. We feel the connection. I respond to genuine stories and authentic actions. A strong sense of belonging motivates others towards actionable goals. Social groups form through routine and collective experiences in the spaces we gather, which builds stronger communities. Neighbors help neighbors and care about what's happening in their life. Connection uplifts. Connection is

Confidence grows inside you based on your experiences. Certification is another one of our 4 core values, because knowledge is essential to personal growth. Professional development improves your individual skillsets and builds stronger teams. That's why our entire team is certified and continues to build on certification levels. Pursing certifications grows confidence and keeps us competitive as a partner and a team. Like athletics, pursuing knowledge & mentoring is a form o

I'm a curious creative, who thrives on communication, which is one of the many reasons I make time for talking! Teams run smoother with cooperation. I prefer consensus and commitment from all stakeholders when working through a challenge. Making time for talking fills my brain with stories, which turn into ideas, that turn into projects. Connecting with others makes us feel human. Collaboration brings people together, which is why collaboration is another one of our 4 core va

The answer is, yes! Creativity is one of our 4 core values and guiding principals. Years of watching children approach projects in classroom reinforced for me that either a student dives into an art project with the enthusiasm to explore, a concreate idea or a resilient spirit. Resilience of the mind & spirt is also the flexibility factor necessary to see different angles, elaborate on ideas and be totally okay with failure. Cognitive control harness productivity and efficien

Almost twenty years ago Promotional Partners was an idea, not a brand. Transforming an idea into action is similar to gardening. Planting the seed and watching it grow requires taking the necessary steps to cultivate that seed through time, attention and resources. However, one of the most important decisions an entrepreneur makes is defining the values behind the brand. This image of our values prominently displayed at the entrance of our business. This action matters! Befo

When we incorporated in 2007, I was an educator, artist and career volunteer investing time with projects that related to our kids and the community, Leading with my heart often places me in the middle of interesting challenges. My creative side remains challenged & nimble puzzling out ways to make connections, create experiences and uplift others. Hum, that's a bit like my current day job; only free. If you followed our recent heroine series on our socials, you discovered ho

Professionalism is not just a word, it comes from an internal motivation to go above and beyond to exceed expectations. Knowledge is powerful. Promotional Partners was rooted by an educator, me, so it was a natural progression in scaling the company to prioritize professional development opportunities. Internally our team is provided time , within our workday, in pursuit of continuous professional development. Career development is about skill stacking that adds value as well

The heart behind our brand is often an unseen aspect of our business. 2027 will mark our 20th year in business. Behind our brand is a heartbeat. Our Promotional Partners Cares Program includes our philanthropy, leadership, service, mentorship and how we select industry partners. Since 2007, we've been intentional with our time & resources. We've served the local community in ways that uplift and invested our resources into organizations making a di

The secret is FOOD! Investing in a holiday gift program is a big deal. Forget the stress of last-minute, frantic trips to big-box stores or late-night online searches. Plan now, save money and glide into the holiday season, stress free! We have the experience to make this process simple! Choose us as your partner! The gifts you send represent your brand. Choose us! We offer premium, high-quality food gifts that reflect your business's excellence. Avoid generic, pre-packaged g

July 31st is National Intern Day. This post is a flashback to some of the moments over the years. Our interns have spaned local high school programs to college students seeking workplace experience before graduation. Over 20 interns in the last 19 years; each providing a different perspective. As part of our community care program, we've hosted interns and supported our education partners since opening our business in 2007. Supporting students is a win for the student to gain

Today, let's go behind the scenes to discover how a story creates an impression. Lasting impressions, build brands. Think about it, the people and places that linger in your memories embedded something special- a story. As humans, we're drawn into stories about love, innovation, service, struggle, and resilience. We love the underdog! If you know me, you already know my back story started with love, continues through innovative collaborations, is rooted in service, has overc

YETI is the brand that is associated with quality and keeping your beverages at the ideal temperature down to the last drop. Did you know that this brand creates limited color run options for seasonal needs and awareness campaigns? Yep, we've got YETI pink! What's the Brand Story? Roy and Ryan Seiders founded YETI® in 2006 based on a deep love for the outdoors and the belief that if something doesn’t work, fix it. If it doesn’t exist, build it. Since then, they've been design

What does it mean to be casual, not careless? We know! In fact, we're known for being purposeful, but not pretentious! When it comes to work wear- let's face it, comfort wins. There is a huge difference in lack of care and being comfortable. In a corporate setting a polished look can be both effortless and comfortable with the right promotional partner! See what I did there? Explore some of our new styles here. ALWAYS consider a field trip to the showroom space. We have 10 go

Delivering unconventional strategies & offering unexpected value, is our daily routine. Our ability to connect the elements that covey your story through a product medium, well that's our magic touch. Destination mugs are hot. Why? A desire to connect with the story behind the location. When you know where you're from, you know exactly what elements immediately spark and sustain connection. It means your enthusiasts are connected to you story, your brand. By applying our mar