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Do we make signs? Do you heard me muttering back, do we make signs? Yes! Recently one of our long-standing partners, who prioritizes supporting local woman-owned businesses like ours needed signs! Carissa Johnson is running for re-election to the Cary Town Council. Years ago when she ran the first time we designed her signs and she continues to work with our company for her marketing materials. We were literally leaving from breakfast when we saw her putting out this sign. Carissa is always up for some fun, so we snapped this photo! The answer to our sign question is YES! Below are just of few signs we've created over the years. We create signs for fundraising to showcase sponsors, for school graduation, for directional instructions, for sports and of course for political candidates. This post outlines the "why" behind our sign partnership. Signs come in all types of shapes and sizes, from mini to large and dimensional shapes! This post reminds you to vote- and yes, there are both democrats and republicans who've trusted us over the years to create campaign materials. Our industry has a long history with politics making buttons, coins and key tags. October is about positive vibes - we'll design and print the tee   or the stickers , Signs are also a low cost, high impact way to get your message out to a crowd! In what has become a heated and divisive political landscape, keep in mind political figures from all parties are willing to put their voice "out there" in the public eye. Candidates talk about the issues that are important to them; that's authentic . When you're looking for ways to elevate you company goals; we can help. Ask about our diversity partners and cause marketing brands.

The older I become, the more I realize the runway of life is a lot shorter than it looks when you begin the journey. Maybe my perspective changed because I began to see markers I previously missed and the passing of each year reminded me I can't go backwards, only forward. Along my personal and professional journey those around me impact my outcomes; intended and untended. Each year my calendar is filled with "moments" to gather or celebrate, such as anniversary's, birthdays and holidays; however, the date does not matter; only the people. Recently I was asked some questions by digital publication, Voyage Raleigh. Each question in this interview made me pause before answering. Pausing is not one of my "gifts", instead I usually charge ahead. Over the years I have watched or listened to numerous sporting events because of my kids; they love sports. It occurs to me, I've "charged the plate" for years. The definition of the term means the batter stands off the plate, then strides toward the pitch; sacrificing power, but gaining considerable plate coverage. My role as a business owner is to see the best play, not necessarily to be the most powerful in the moment. Similarly, owning a business is not about "charging the mound." (A baseball player's response to a perceived indignity, that usually results in a team brawl) Unlike baseball, a business does not have time outs to pause play, umpires to review and rule, and the innings keep coming. In fact, the years keep coming in a way that reminds me of a little league game with batters than can't hit and fielders that can't catch; it goes on and on. Life is not full of softball moments or mock interviews; life hits hard. Life hits fast. The team in your field either energizes you or drains you. Every team needs a pinch hitter. This player is able to step in for another batter, and in the workplace is someone who does something for another person in a pinch. Today marks 17 years Miranda and I have worked together. In a pinch, as the inning keep coming, Miranda has been a clean up batter and always knows what to do to advance the runner. I'm glad she's effective on both offense and defense! Back in 2022 I added a blog post that Miranda wrote back in 2007 as an intern, titled " Why Use a Distributor ." The line art photos in that post capture the zany side of Miranda. Her zany side probably keeps her sane when we strive for the perfect day. In baseball, the perfect game keeps all the batters from reaching the base in every inning. In a business the perfect day means around the interference, errors, obstacles and even the weather, we advance around the bases providing a home run experience for our partners. Life lessons I've learned? Celebrate people not specific dates. Also, don't get too caught up with what happens on the field during one game. Life has a lot of extra innings. Instead, focus on keeping the bench full of players that you can count on in a pinch!

For almost two decades, I’ve owned a company that’s applied original thinking, marketing savvy, industry knowledge and graphic design to thousands of brand stories; which I’m happy to report have produced award-winning results . As the lead creative of our agency, I know collaboration & successful outcomes starts with our team experience. When a spark of connection occurs, a foundation of trust emerges and our team is able to apply visionary assurance, united purpose to your project. On a deeper level, the vision behind your brand relies our ability to connect your story to your target markets. We apply our creative dexterity and imagination to each collaboration. The variety of marketing projects, client partners, and type of graphics we're creating keeps our day fresh, exciting and busy! Unlike a graphic firm or internal graphic team which may juggle only a few projects, our team balances rush work, client meetings and on-going projects with lighting speed. Does our speed mean we sacrifice quality? Never! TCS, Total Construction Solutions , a woman-owned partner has been working with our company for over 10 years! Our swift response, certified knowledge, versatile skillsets and creative thinking keep projects moving quicky from ideation to final product. What happens in Apex, rarely stays in Apex; meaning brand travel. In fact, strong visuals elevate your brand, gathering more impressions through products intended to travel with you around every town. The key to strengthening your brand is a partner with well-rounded toolbox . October 9th was Ageism Awareness Day , which shines a spotlight on the importance of championing inclusivity as American's age. While many of my friends are retiring, I've just hit my stride. Staying curious, focusing on professional development, and working with a diverse blend of women voices provides generational knowledge; which makes us stronger! Together, we have 62 years in business together in the brand identity world and 135 years of post collegiate workforce experience. October is Women In Small Business Month. I encourage you to share what makes our partnership an asset with your network. Our blog posts are an easy way to share why you love working with us! Thanks for supporting us and celebrating #womeninsmallbusiness month.

Native Union, a Paris-based premium tech brand, combines modern design with durable materials to create elevated charging accessories, travel organizers, and desktop solutions.  As a Certified B Corp™, Native Union is dedicated to creating the highest-quality products with a focus on responsible sourcing. Wherever possible, the brand chooses eco-friendly materials that are just as durable—extending product lifetimes while limiting environmental impact. Perfect for premium gifting, Native Union delivers style, function, and durability in equal measure—making each piece a meaningful way to connect with clients and employees alike. Explore the collection here . Find the right product for everyone on your list this season.

Looking for ways to elevate your message, connect instantly and translate impressions into dollars? The answer is within your grasp- tap technology. Since your phone is always close by, tap technology expands the reach of your brand by instantly connecting to your target audience. Where can you integrate? Beverage cans- watch this video! Tees and other clothing options Pens Create your own trackable sticker AWARE brand products - like bags Ask us to share more about this growing trend! Besides, you know we love ideas that are quirky enough to work!

Marketing & advertising isn't about investing the most dollars, it's about wise investments. In fact. if you missed the data around comparing our industry to other forms of advertising- you missed some key data. Catch up here. Why does tangible branding work? It's YOUR story. Your why Your community heart Your value add Your influence Story-telling connects with consumers. Strong visuals elevate brands. The surface of a product has a unique ability to tell a story. Our team knows how to transform the ordinary into EXTRAORDINARY. PPAI, Promotional Products Association International, encouraged our industry to showcase the value of our relationship on Promotional Products WORK Day August 28, 2025. Industry professionals like our team, drive real marketing results. #PPWDAY The before & after of a blank canvas, to a final product is amazing! Consider these stat's: slide through to see all the facts. Ready to convert your message into a powerful story? Let's go!! That's our visionary assurance, united purpose at WORK strengthening your brand.

Heartbreak that's joyful? Yes- smash cakes! Take another piece of my heart! A smash cake is a fun way to convey a message and have fun in the workplace. I've heard we eat with our eyes first- if we are intrigued visually, and we begin to smell something delightful - well, that's going to compel us to touch.......get in there and sample! Pop in with a quick message. Tins of chocolates in fun industry shapes- click here. Smashing the ceiling? Celebrate. A pound of chocolate- yes, please. Intrigued how this type of promotion could WORK for your brand? USA Made Quirky Enough to Work Smart marketing & branding Memorable reward & recognition Explore options: Year- round kitting ideas - food plus tangible branding to keep & use in a kit! Fresh tins of baked goods- yummy! Holiday ideas here.

Post cards are still a classic souvenir and provide a way to share images from your "destination." Of course you've taken videos and pictures on your phone and shared those through texts & social media- but there is still something fun about getting real mail. When you're struggling for how to capture attention for your brand during gifting season, the answer is a unique mailer- with a seasonal card. Have fun with the theme. Your gift can enhance your recipient's travel, wellness and outdoor adventures throughout the year! Wearable products are always an appreciated gift. Discover what's new and trending here for the holidays or explore all the new brands and clothing options here.

Rewarding top donors with more views on their brand's investment is KEY to securing larger investments. Recently, we were a sponsor for the Advance Community Health Impact Night. It's an amazing feeling as a branding & marketing partner to see an event take shape when you've been part of the planning. Crafting the right message, through products that tell your story- it's our why . This year's event surpassed fundraising goals! According to their dedicated team- " We are still celebrating the energy, generosity, and community  spirit from Advance ’s 2025 Impact Night Dinner! On behalf of our 30,000 patients, over 250 professionals and staff, our CEO Scot McCray, and our Board of Trustees thank you for joining us on August 7, where we met at the Angus Barn Pavilion to lift up “ Advancing Family Health Together. ” The memories we created together help create health ier families and stronger communities. Together, we are making a lasting difference one moment and one person at a time." #ImpactNight2025 Here is the heartfelt video, shared at the event, highlighting Pinnacle Financial Partners, the Presenting Sponsor, along with Delta Dental and Wake County Smart Start, and many others whose support made the night possible. During the evening mingle among donors, a representative from Pinnacle remarked how cool it was to see their logo so prominently displayed on the bags and inserted tissue. Knowing that an idea presented to the planning team for full color bags & tissues made such as impact on a donor- was amazing. What types of items were inside the bag? We secured local honey, from three small business, stress hearts and shoelaces to insert in your sneakers as your health & wellness goals compel you to check out the numerous trails & parks outlined in the inserts by the Advance team. There were tea bags for that homegrown honey, as well as an insert card about each of those small businesses. Plus a the tri-fold about each honey business served as a bookmark for a book generously provided by the keynote speaker Donald Thompson- Underestimated - a CEO's Unlikely Path to Success. Ready to make your event an epic success? Let's partner, that's our visionary assurance, united purpose at work for your brand.

The right gift ; one that wows the recipient. A gift that make the eye twinkle in delight might have a dose of glimmer & glitz added to the design or packaging, but when the product selected offers year-round enjoyment; that's evergreen marketing! Watch this video clip. The holidays are one of the biggest gifting moments for companies. Showing appreciation internally to teams and externally to key relationships that support their business drives Q4 gifting. Right now we're busy comparing new products, uncovering key trends and then suggesting to you the best ways to elevate your brand. Each of our partners has different budgets, goals and preferences- which makes the shopping fun! Looking for: Gifts that make a statement? Gifts that help one unwind & relax? Gifts that are functional in the home; perhaps warm & cozy? Gifts that make entertainment elegant & easy? Gifts that are visible around town, exploring nature or useful during travel? Gifts for the sport enthusiast in your life? Gifts that are snackable, sharable kits? Explore the collection here .

What about seriously ice cold beverages- with AMAZING decoration; that's SIC! We recently had the pleasure of meeting the founder of SIC cups! Here's a video clip from that event. What's special about the brand? 6 key notes stood out to us: Impressive quality. The full color, wrap around and dimensional decoration on the surface. Perfect for story-telling & our graphics team to create the wow factor with this partner. Low quantities, starting at 24 units. The golf dimples! Quick turn. Affordable luxury. The SIC Story SIC Cups was founded in 2016 with a simple goal: to create high-quality drinkware that could keep up with your busy lifestyle. Starting as a small operation, we quickly gained a reputation for our innovative designs and superior insulation technology. As our brand grew, so did our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Today, SIC Cups is proud to be a leading provider of eco-friendly and stylish drinkware, empowering individuals to live more sustainably and enjoy life to the fullest. The Bold City We're proud to call Jacksonville, Florida, our home base. From the sunny beaches to the bustling city streets, we've captured the essence of the River City in every SIC Tumbler. It's more than just a product; it's a piece of Florida, designed to keep you cool, calm, and collected, no matter where your adventures take you. Sip Sustainably, Live Consciously At SIC Cups, we’re more than just a brand; we’re a movement. We believe in crafting products that not only enhance your lifestyle but also protect our planet. Our durable, reusable tumblers are designed to replace countless single-use plastic bottles. By choosing SIC, you're not just making a stylish choice; you're making a sustainable one. Every sip from a SIC Tumbler is a step towards a greener future. We're committed to minimizing our environmental footprint, from sourcing sustainable materials to reducing waste in our production process. We believe in creating a positive impact, one sip at a time.

It's football season, with Friday night lights around the triangle skies. Behind the scenes, we WORK to make designs that pop & create engagement for our partners. For spirit & unity! For fun! For Fundraising! Promotional products WORK hard! Our partner CW22 MYRDC looked great for the 100 year match up between the Cary Imps & Apex Cougars. Who won? The Imps! We love both teams. Fun fact- Olivia was an Imp and Keith played for the Imps! Make sure your tail gate stands out, for all the right reasons! For ideas that will stand out, we've got the magnetic connection! Our experienced and award-winning designers know how to make your brand stand out!