Brand recognition relies on creating a powerful connection. Yes, we can apply your logo to "anything", however, as your marketing partner our role is to elevate your brand. How do we elevate a brand? By delivering a meaningful experience with your target market. The conversion rate of visibility and awareness to action often takes seven engagements. Thoughtfully crafted campaigns with promotional products have the ability to create a lasting emotional connection in addition t

On July 4th America celebrates 250 years! Let's take a look at some simple pleasures that are USA Made, highlight diversity partnerships and are part of our ProudPath collection of products. Good & Well Candles- celebrate the best of our "sea to shining sea", with the National Parks in between. America is fortunate to have 63 designated national parks! This collection of all natural soy and hand crafted candles is ethically sourced and produced, 100% eco friendly, 100% recycl

What's the right way to grow your brand? As your branding strategist- we know! June 10th is National Pen Day. Writing instruments consistently offer low cost, high impact ways to market your message. The answer is WRITE in your hand. When you select a quality, brand name pen that's known for smooth writing and performance like uni-ball brand, you're going to make the WRITE impression over and over with your target market. Besides, writing instrument offer long lasting impress

Promotional Partners knows precision marketing! Smart marketing requires aligning messaging and values for your consumer in a way that enhances your story. When I think of automotive professionals or individuals that like to build with their hands, I think of words like durability, dependability and innovation. The ability to see ways to solve problems using tools is an art. Gear that performs as hard as the individuals using the tools, instills confidence. June is Automotiv

Just like yoga is a way to slow down your mind and strengthen your body, investing in what matters is a key element in marketing your brand. Who are you? What do you value? What should others know about you? Those are central questions to projecting your message, your identity. Sustainable construction is a sought after element to consumer products, but beyond the preference, how much do you know about the journey of your product from idea to your hands? AWARE tagged products

When you're searching for an exit, you're ready to "get out". As humans we enter and exit buildings all the time, so our brain is pretty darn comfortable navigating those spaces without a map or those clearly marked exit signs. Life, doesn't always have clearly marked signs. Exploring new territory and terrian is meant for the season of summer. Summer calls for discovery. A companion that delivers more value to your next adventure is important. Whether you like to hike, surf

It's okay if you don't know how Crocs and a towel can market your brand this summer? We know. Often brands matter. Not just your brand, but retails brand help elevate your identity. Carry more with ease—the Crocs™ Large Tote Bag is the ultimate everyday essential, roomy enough for towels, snacks, drinks, and toys at the beach or park. A wide, tapered top with a dipped curve makes it effortless to wear on your shoulder while keeping everything inside visible and within easy re

Recently the Town of Apex celebrated ten years of the Think Apex Awards, with many of our downtown businesses being either a recipient or honoree for their focus on supporting what makes Apex special. The Downtown Apex Streetscape is taking longer than projected, and our retail, food and beverage businesses could use your support right now. Apex is open for business, but the construction is keeping foot traffic light. The town has a program coming up from June 19 to September

Be ready to capture life with this retro digital mini key chain camera. When you're in the moment, this ultra-portable solution is perfect for capturing photos and videos on the go, then flipping that into memorable content. Compact enough to fit on your keychain, these tiny devices are perfect for travel, concerts, study recording, and spontaneous moment. Yes, your phone has a camera that records both photos and videos. Why use this product instead? Think team building event

Surely you've heard- America turns 250 this year. Is it the fireworks, grilling, or traditional favorites like ice cream and apple pie that make you long for the 4th? Long before our industry was defined as an ad specialty or premiums partner, mass produced merchandise was used to shape public opinion, political advertising & unifying supporters, as well as capture the spirt and pride of our national identity. In the American way, we're also skilled at capitalizing shared exp

Growing up I often heard the phrase cute as a dumplin'. These dumplin's deliver a 10 out of 10 on cuteness, making this product our 10 out of 10 new summer products. May is mental awareness month and let's face it, we could all use some ways to calm down our tension during the day. As a desk buddy, in the home or even small enough for your pocket this darn cute dumplin' will deliver exactly what you KNEAD this summer. Watch here to see how it works. Pre-order now, stock will

We've always like products that stick around- after all, staying front & center in the routine of your life is the power of tangible marketing. Earlier this year we captured the data in this blog post, outlining how sticking around creates a long term relationship between your brand and your target market. While I'm not normally hyper focused on germs, traveling always reminds me that I don't love keeping my toothbrush on a new sink. I search for a cup to use or bring my own

Traveling on a ferry makes one very conscious that space matters. We took a trip to Ocracoke recently with one of our kids and his dog. Besides us, we needed to bring along gear- like fishing poles, cooler bags, luggage and some starter groceries. Normally we meet up a beach locations and everyone has their own car. If you've never been to this island, yes island- you will need a boat or a plane. Not being part of the rich and famous crowd, like the commoners we are, we took

Normally carrying a flask might suggest you've got a problem- in this case, this flask demonstrates how much you care about hydration, style, minimalism and the environment. The uniqueness of this brand and this bottle make it our seventh top product in our top ten feature of brands and products to know. The A6 Tritan™ memobottle™ 12 oz is designed for effortless, on-the-go hydration. With its slim, paper-inspired design and compact one-inch profile, it fits neatly into pocke

No one wants coal in there Christmas stocking, but this COAL is good. Really good. How? Three ways. Commitment Design Purposeful When you're ready for headwear that exceeds your expectations, you're ready for COAL in your stocking. Our team seeks out purposeful brand partners offering, like us, more value. Coal Headwear is our 6th top 10 new brands to know this summer. It's part of our ProudPath Collection, with a focus on the environment through sustainable construction. Yo

Is it intuition or simply the ability to see what lies ahead that will elevate your game? The secret weapon to leveling up your game might just be this rangefinder by Blue Tees Golf, making this product our 5th feature in our series of top 10 summer products. The Series 3 Max+ is engineered to deliver fast, reliable yardages without adding complexity to the game. With its dual-color display, golfers can easily switch between red and black depending on lighting conditions, ens

Grip it. Spin it. Kick it. Stick it. Swap it. Pocket. It's definitely quirky enough to work! Ultra-slim and endlessly versatile, Snap Grip 5 works as a grip, stand, and magnetic mount. Today's our 4th product feature in our top 10 summer series. Use Snap Grip 5 as a one or two finger grip with full 360° rotation, kick it into a rock-solid stand, or snap it to anything metal. The glueless MagSafe® design makes swapping accessories effortless and, at just 3mm thin, it slides i

Level up your game with a versatile partner. The key to adding value is offering the unexpected. This product is another quirky enough to work idea, brand and our 3rd summer product spotlight. Take your game to the next level with the SNAPS Hat Clip Golf Ball Marker—the all-weather accessory every golfer needs. Featuring a patented magnetic cradle, this lightweight polymer clip slides easily onto most adjustable hat straps, keeping your ball marker within quick reach. Designe

When your traveling, quick access to key items without weighing down your footsteps is an excellent travel companion. Blending a compact, sporty profile with versatile functionality, this sling bag delivers effortless everyday style for work, school, or casual travel—now crafted using recycled materials for a more mindful carry. SWISSGEAR helps you live life in motion. Review the backstory of the brand in our earlier post. Number 2 on our list of top 10 summer products is the

Together, let's elevate your brand. Memorial Day Weekend is the official start to summer- which means travel, vacations, and leisure activities like golf. In the next nine posts, explore products that make perfect companions to your summer. Some will be quirky, but all will add functionality that delivers quality and value. Each will hit on key features that can align with marketing your company. As your marketing partner, we know exactly how to position your message utilizin