Distributing Weight Creates A Stable Foundation

For a millennia, pyramids remain the hallmark for stability in architecture.

The wide base and sloping sides distribute weight evenly making them resistant to collapse.

Distributing the weight at work, also creates stability. Each partner absorbs the load that utilizes their strongest skillsets. That's strong, effective teamwork!

PPAI awarded our company, Promotional Partners,

a 2026 Silver Pyramid Award for a Client Education Program.

We are thrilled to be recognized by PPAI for this prestigious award.

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Did you know?

In 2025 we earned a PPAI Gold Pyramid for a Social Responsibility Program.

The collaboration behind that award provided us an opportunity to work directly with law enforcement agencies seeking to to reframe the narrative around what it means to protect and serve their local communities.

Through a custom storybook we created, we were help humanize the officer behind the badge, built bridges and formed connections that continue today. One agency is into their third edition! It's gratifying to see how simply turned a page creates a powerful moment.

In 2021 we earned a PPAI Silver Pyramid Award for a client program around the Town of Apex trademarked phrase The Peak of Good Living.

The town rewarded their enthusiasts. Fast forward to 2026, you'll find local residents wearing gear they purchased at one of the many festivals as they shop & dine. Visitors to Apex frequently stop by The Depot to purchase a keepsake from their time in Apex.

What's the backstory behind the award?

This award is a highly regarded honor in the ad specialty industry, it's like our Oscar moment. It's presented by Promotional Products Association International, who recognizes strong and effective initiatives produced by its member companies.

The Pyramid Awards showcase thoughtful planning, clear objectives and measurable results achieved through promotional products.

First introduced in 1958, the Pyramid Award stands as one of the industry’s most respected distinctions. It highlights the collaborative partnerships among distributors, suppliers and client teams that elevate strategic promotional marketing beyond simple buying and selling.

Entries must demonstrate clear goals, audience focus and documentation of success. Those selected represent programs that meet these requirements with consistency and impact.

PPAI president and CEO Drew Holmgreen said, “This award represents the craft and discipline that make our industry strong. The Pyramid program has recognized meaningful work for decades, and this year’s winners continue that history.”

Who and What is PPAI?

Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) is the world’s largest and longest-serving international not-for-profit promotional products association with a 120-year history of serving a membership. It's grown to more than 15,000 corporate members, advocating for the $26+ billion promotional products industry. The membership encompasses more than 33,700 businesses, representing more than 500,000 professionals.

For more information about the awards click to visit the PPAI site.

As our owner, lead creative, who's embarking on my 19th year in business & preparing for our Vicennial 2027 Celebration, I'm thrilled our team has been recognized by PPAI.

We put a significant amount of care into each client collaboration.

Like an Oscar, this award acknowledges our teams efforts as a supporting partner for our clients. As a PPAI member, our agency is promoting & elevating the WORK of our industry. Communities rely on stable, consistent partnerships. Our foundation of visionary assurance, united purpose, remains the structure and guiding principal behind our brand.