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Partnership stories are one of our favorite types of campaigns. Sharing what is important to you with others. Today is World Emoji Day - we use emoji's to convey reactions and feelings. If you've ever had a friend or family member go through breast cancer, you know there are a lot of emotions being felt. Sometimes providing individuals with a sense of unity to thought, feeling or support is just what's needed. A product that's easy to apply to any surface is an instant image . This is a very creative & adaptable medium that can become any shape or size, plus easily added to tumbler, laptop or clothing to show support and care. Take a look at these instant stickers we did recently for the Triple T Foundation . Then watch this video clip demonstrating instant images near the end. It might be the beginning of summer, which is the best time to plan for fall events & promotions to insure you have the right product & the right graphic tied into your message. The gift of time & planning allows our graphic talents plenty of time to play with concepts. Breast Cancer awareness may be an area of focus for your company to donate to research efforts, participate in a local walk or support the efforts of a local non-profits due to personal loss. Cancer awareness screening is part of a strong healthcare plan and reminds your team that self care matters- make the time. No matter the reason that breast cancer aligns with your values, what's important is raising awareness for all. In addition to magnets, tees, buttons, bags, and pins. Lip balm is another option. Our showroom & design studio are spaces for collaboration & exploration before selecting your final items for distribution, like a educational lunch about the importance of early detection & screening. Take a look at these wellness kits for WakeMed , a compassionate team of expert physicians and staff dedicated to caring for you.  Looking for some inspiration before we meet? Check out this flipbook full of ideas!

Is Beauty only skin deep? Nope, not with the right partner. When you partner with PMD Beauty, not only are you part of the premier beauty experience, but you are also a partner to building confidence. Confidence is one of those words that's deeper than your skin. It's a word that means you are comfortable and self assured beneath the skin that other's see. Through #BrilliantConfidence, the brand focuses on uplifting, inspiring and empowering both men & women to love themselves! Building confidence through your skin, to your inner self & families so you can embrace all life has to offer. Brilliant Confidence is an effort to touch every corner of the globe. PMD Beauty partners with non-profits like Gyrl Wonder, an organization that focuses on empowering ambitious African- American young women to conquer their personal & professional dreams. Gyrl Wonder operates under 5 pillars- self care, self image, empowerment, development and service. These pillars align with PMD Beauty's mission of building #BrilliantConfidence around the world. What's special about the product? PMD Clean is a smart facial cleansing device. With over 7,000 vibrations per minute, SonicGlow™ technology not only ensures a deep cleanse, but provides a way to lift, firm, and tone problem areas for a more youthful appearance. Comes with a clear stand to keep the device out of the way and ready for use! All PMD Beauty products go through rigorous testing and trials to ensure they continue to provide the promised high-quality results over years of use. Their innovative products use cutting edge technology developed in-house and backed by science. Another one of our ProudPath collection of brands- but why? PMD Clean is a "Brand That Gives Back" In an effort to spread Brilliant Confidence to all corners of the globe, PMD Beauty partners with non-profits like Gyrl Wonder, an organization that focuses on empowering ambitious Black young women to conquer their personal and professional dreams.

Is your business owned by a woman? Locally, by towns, county's and states- there are an increasing number of WMBE programs and the state offers certifications for woman- owned business through the NC HUB office. Nationally there are even more membership organizations and certification representing women. Our company is part of North Carolina's HUB program - we've been certified since 2007 and several municipality MBE and WMBE programs. Consider these facts: According to the SBA - In 1972, there were a little over 400,000 women-owned businesses in the United States. Until 1988, women needed a male relative to co-sign if they wanted to apply for a business loan. That same year, the Women’s Business Ownership Act increased SBA’s access to capital to provide financial assistance to organizations geared toward women-owned small businesses. By 2019, women-owned businesses represented 42% of all U.S. businesses and generated $1.9 trillion worth of revenue. Today, there are over 13 million women-owned businesses and counting. Every October, SBA honors the milestone achievements of today’s women-owned businesses.  October is Women's Entrepreneur Month and Forbes had this to say about ways to avoid pitfalls in your entrepreneur journey. To honor the impact of women in leadership, their innovative contributions and how women are supporting other women through mentoring moments, we created our Pearls of Wisdom Series in March- with blog posts and videos sharing valuable insights from a variety of professional women in the area. Your interest in the series created a generated a desire to create a local event. We are looking forward to the Apex Chamber Women of Innovation Discussion- The Value of Coloring Outside the Lines on October 28th. Interested? Sign up for tickets here . Not only will this event offer amazing insights by our panel, but attendees will be paying it forward- half their ticket price will go to Wake Tech Rally Fund. Mentoring moments and professional development are ways women can support each other. Sharing lessons learned, resilient moments and why a path that's outside the norm is important. Promotional Partners will put a spotlight on women in business in October by sponsoring the Apex Chamber Women of Innovation Event & giving each attendees a FEED bag - a woman-owned partnership story that is addressing food insecurities & giving back to the environment. Will you join the fun?

Don't we all want more? Simple concepts that yield more value and keep bunnies leaping! Imagine the possibilities when your purchase can do more. For example, partnering with brand that has a clear vision- inspiring others to live in balance with nature. All Good is a lifestyle brand with a clear vision: to live and to inspire others to live in balance with nature. They are proud to maintain an organic farm that employs regenerative farming techniques, ensuring higher quality products. It is also important to them that they maintain ethically sourced supply chains. Why We Love All Good Since the early days of farmers' markets and the invention of All Good Goop, All Good has become an international brand with a long list of awards and certifications under its belt. From being awarded the PETA Certificate of Appreciation 2009 to winning 2016 Family-Owned Business of the Year, All Good has been recognized dozens of times based on their close connection to the environment and community. Being a certified Climate Neutral Company and certified B Corporation, All Good balance’s purpose with profit. Each decision they make is purposeful, focusing on the impact they have. As a B Corporation, the brand has been awarded Best for the World 2017, 2018, and 2019. They continue to strive towards greatness — both in terms of their products and the causes they support. USA MADE! Certified Woman- Owned! Free from nasty chemicals, All Good products use soothing and nurturing clean ingredients, giving users the added peace of mind knowing the products are better for your body, the oceans, as well as the planet. What qualifies this item to be part of our ProudPath collection? Purpose Partner Being a certified Climate Neutral Company and certified B Corporation, All Good balances purpose with profit. Each decision they make is purposeful, focusing on the impact they have. What is ProudPath about- watch this video on our website. Brand That Gives Back As a member of 1% For the Planet, All Good donates 1% of all sales (not just profits) to restorative environmental causes. It’s a simple way they hold themselves accountable for giving back. Responsible Sourcing All Good, certified organic by Oregon Tilth Certified Organic, sources organically grown herbs, oils, and raw ingredients. This ensures their products are free from harmful pesticides, herbicides, and chemical fertilizers, while promoting diverse ecosystems, healthy soil, and clean groundwater. Ownership Diversity As a certified Women Owned small business , All Good is recognized for adding diversity throughout their supply chain. Ask us about these options: which in addition to being USA Made and from our of our woman- owned partners, each is - Leaping Bunny certified (that means cruelty-free!) Lip balm- All Good Lip Balm with SPF is crafted with plant-based sun care ingredients that blend in with your skin, glide on easily, and hydrate your lips without having to reapply again and again (and again). Made from a formula of dried medicinal herbs, Vitamin E, extra virgin olive oil and pure beeswax, this non-toxic lip balm glides on and starts hydrating immediately. It's fine for sensitive skin, long-lasting, goes on easy, never waxy, and tested during even the harshest Midwestern winters. Use it on dry lips or cracked skin (even on cuticles) to smooth things out and keep skin hydrated. To beef things up, All Good made their lip balms broad spectrum SPF to protect your lips from UVA and UVB rays by using a healthy dose of zinc oxide for sun protection. Which, by the way, is oxybenzone-free and the same stuff we use in our reef safe (or friendly) sunscreens. Skin recovery balm - All Good Goop offers deep soothing organic moisture for all those spots that dry out fast like hands, feet, heels, or lips. Crafted with many wonderful ingredients including calendula oil a skin repairing, rejuvenating, and anti-inflammatory flower. This 1oz skin recovery balm is the perfect size to throw in your daypack or bike bag and have it ready when you head out on your next adventure. Prevent blisters, soothe sunburn, relieve bug bites, and slather on dry lips. It's the all-in-one ointment you'll want to have along. Sunscreen butter- Made from organic ingredients and zinc-oxide, this reef friendly butter physically blocks UVA/UVB rays and goes on thick to protect your skin in the most extreme environments (even if that extreme environment is your community pool). Super hydrating and easy to blend thanks to coconut oil and jojoba oil, this sunscreen doesn?t leave your skin greasy and won't clog your pores (sensitive skin, rejoice!). Zinc oxide actually sits on top of your skin to physically block UVA and UVB rays, and beeswax gives this butter an extra oomph in the water department (water-resistant for 80 minutes). Who's ready to try this brand?

Did you have a favorite stuff animal? Bet you did. You might even have saved it for yourself or your kids. The connection & comfort we associate with our plush buddies is undeniable. In fact, according to History.com on February 15, 1903, toy store owner and inventor Morris Michtom places two stuffed bears in his shop window, advertising them as Teddy bears. Michtom petitioned President Theodore Roosevelt for permission to use his nickname. While bears might still be one of the most popular- plush comes in many forms- desk size shorties to key tag styles and large collectables . Customization and branding plush is not just for the gift shop or school spirit sales. Maybe you have a four legged friend that's part of your team? Consider how comfort gifts reduce loneliness and trauma. Also, think beyond kids! Adults still find plush cute, making associations for emotional safety & fun. Besides a character can do & say things people can't! Having a mascot for your brand offers a fun element for social media or to start a discussion about what Teddy would do. Think of plush with purpose! Characters are the perfect way to capture the magic behind the scenes at your company. If you can't find a stock option, remember, we can create a custom characters for you! Next time you're seeking something quirky enough to work- consider plush. Take a look at this recent mascot pups for our partners at R&R Towing & PRS ! Once you have that mascot- don't for get dog toys & accessories for those real four legged friends!

We like helping you make a lasting impression. Whether it's an entrance mat to trap dirt and moisture, an anti-fatigue mat for staff comfort, enhance branding in reception areas, and add valuable content space. Own your space and market your message using long lasting floor mats! What are some of the benefits of a floor mat? Safety, messaging, comfort and beauty! Floor mats are USA MADE, quick turn and offer the perfect union of branding & function by creating a first impression that welcomes you into the space. We've done a variety of floor mats over the years for many different types of industries- but today, let's watch these videos to capture the many options we offer. Comparing these options in our showroom is another reason to visit the showroom and the huge surface area is absolutely the reason to start the process in our design studio! Watch this video clip to explore options! Of course, set up a time to visit the showroom!

Surely you've heard the phrase as American as Apple Pie! What types of products align with this phrase? Almond Apple Pie Bites or Green Apple Gummies or tea packs with sweet apple Apple Core tool is a perfect gift for a new homeowner, include your own favorite apple pie recipe card! Shirts made with apple peels? Journals made with apple peels? In fact, show off the value of your company by giving away organic ApPeel® Grande Journal's made from apple pulp and other vegetable fibers that are ground and emulsified into an organic material with an eco-peel cover. Did you notice there was not a link to our website? Well, our site does not include all of our partners! Why? Not only would our site be tremendous, but we don't want you to lose track of your important work or leisure hours searching endlessly on our website for ideas. Once we collaborate with you, it's simple for us to use our industry knowledge & our creative thinking to suggest out of the ordinary ideas. It's part of what makes our relationship special. Read more about our behind the scenes process in this post . After-all, the title of the post is People Talk About Brands, Not Vending Machines. Our July newsletter explored how to project your brand by thinking like larger brands. Take the next step and collaborate one- on- one; brainstorming in our showroom & design studio is your local advantage .

Connection is about being in the right place, at the right time. It's been HOT! Staying cool is on everyone's mind. Outdoor events are popular in summer months, but the temp's heat up attendees. Offer shoppers and visitors something to keep them cool now & later. Consider mega prizes, like a BruMate Bru Tank! Beat summer heat with product that provide ways to chill out. Portable Fans - shopping downtown between stores Personal Misting - outdoor concerts Cooling Towels - those working outdoors or fitness enthusiasts Chill Scarves - for those volunteering or working outside Ice Packs - to take home cold foods Decorative ice cubes - as gifts or beverage stores BruMate Bru Tank - try a contest to win one of these coolers- bet you'll get folks to sign up Recharge Power Bank & Fan Combo Each of these products is a useful way to connect. What's your favorite product for staying cool?

There is something appealing to the senses when we see a product that's functional and a work of art. The popularity of artisan products is on the rise- consumers are trading mass produced plastics for handcrafted products and the natural beauty of wood. Quality products found in retail locations and made from bamboo provide the opportunity to simultaneously associate your brand with beauty and sustainability. Bamboo is seen as a very sustainable crop, because it's a fast-growing grass that requires no fertilizer and regenerates from its own roots, so it does not need to be replanted. Besides, it grows almost three feet a day! Read more here . Check out these hand-crafted wood products that your recipient will keep, use, and display in their home. Learn more about the story of this family-owned and operated brand in this video . This is also one of our woman-owned partnerships! Take a look at the 2022 catalog here . These products are not only beautiful gifts, but a great addition to our quirky enough to work series! Ready to make an impression?

A vending machine is located in a lobby or in a place where the public gathers and usually waits! It represents a transaction- not a relationship. Think about a vending machine for a second. You go to one for a quick transaction, hoping to find a food or beverage. Once the purchase is complete, you don't sit around thinking about what you purchased or the experience of using the machine. Well, unless you had to fight with it to release your purchase! If a business approached marketing like offering options from a vending machine, would that strategy create lasting memories & form relationships? Doubtful. In the right hands, our industry is more than brand fill. A marketing partner offers more than a vending machine transaction. There is no shopping cart on our website on purpose! Instead we have numerous pages designed to share our relationship story; our value proposition. We've been in business 17 years. Over those years our knowledge base has become immense. When we're asked to utilize our knowledge and we combine that expertise & experience with our natural creativity magic happens . There is no magic in a vending machine. Choosing to shop on our website only, means is missing our value. Instead we become simply a transaction, unable to flex our marketing & graphic assets. Marketing campaigns are developed by understanding you, your brand values & your goals. Through getting to know you, we offer solutions that elevate your message. Creative concepts become strategy, and strategy resonates with your target market. The outcome of our relationship effects change with target market. Our team's natural talents, plus years of experience & certification's have effectively shaped 1,000's of campaigns. Our clever concepts yield financial results, earn awarding winning merits & motivate consumer behavior. Here are a few case studies, showcasing how we offer more than a vending machine transaction. You've heard the word Chotskies, you know, useless items. Through collaboration, we tap into your mindset and develop a plan of action that doesn't include needless purchases. Rather than approaching projects with the mindset, " I just need a bunch of stuff to give away at my table to bring people over to my booth" our partnership offers a mindset around cultivating a brand experience. Real dollars are being spent on the items purchased; therefore, each expenditure should serve a purpose. Your target market is not a random strangers seeking a transaction; never to be seen again. When you pay to be a sponsor or exhibitor at an event, the point is to jump start an introduction to your brand. We accelerate the conversation in a meaningful way through our design expertise & creative thinking. It's exciting to develop a version of your business logo for a themed event, because we can avoid pitfalls in the design process that result in decoration challenges. Our tagline is visionary assurance, united purpose because we are more than a place to buy a promotional product- you can buy anywhere, just like a vending machine transaction. Ask us to share case studies from our deep inventory of successful partnerships or explore a few here in our blog!

Purposeful Partnerships! That's the answer! Today we explore some meaningful Made In America Partnerships! Today let's explore each of these brand partners & what makes them special. Noshinku - Nourishing & rehydrating hand sanitizer, that is distilled from organic cane sugar alongside a conditioning blend of Aloe, Rosa Canina, Jojoba and Argan to soothe, moisturize and protect skin. Experience the difference! American Giant is a brand that gives back & is focused on responsible sourcing. Did you know, American Giant revitalizes local communities by creating local jobs, supporting local farmers & re-opening previously shuttered factories here in the USA. The company supports local farmers in the communities where the brand operates by sourcing high-quality American cotton for their products, sourced in part from cotton growers in the Carolina's and it feels incredible! Wolverine - Only 9 percent of high school students pursuing careers in the trades, skilled labor is in short supply. Wolverine has assembled a team to champion these important jobs by starting Project Bootstrap to advocate for the skilled trades. Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, Project Bootstrap works to break down common misconceptions around the skilled trades industry, while supporting and inspiring the next generation of skilled trades workers in effort to close the trades gap. So far, Wolverine has donated over $2 million to advance the skilled trades. Moop - is also a woman-owned partnership, offering canvas bags crafted with exceptional quality & designed in small batches, with sustainability in mind. These bags are built for all of life's adventures!  Rite in Rain - tough enough to survive rain, sweat, mud and anything else mother nature throws at it. An all weather solution to writing important notes. This partner is also part of our partnership with 1% For the Planet, an organization that partners with environmental nonprofits. Good & Well - we offer several scents inspired by our National Parks! All natural soy and hand crafted this candle is ethically sourced and produced. It is 100% eco friendly, 100% recyclable and made in Seattle, WA, USA. Well & Good Supply Co. makes annual donations to the National Park Foundation. Through a partnership with 1% For The Planet, one percent of sales of all EcoSmart® products are donated to environmental nonprofits.  Seventh Avenue Apothecary - we offer several scents. Responsible Sourcing. These artisan-made candles are created by using American grown soybeans sourced in the United States. This partner is one of our ownership diversity partners, a family-owned business that carries on the legacy of five generations of Tampa-based entrepreneurs. Baronfig - for creative thinkers! Selecting a partner is an important part of your brand messaging. It's not just the product, but also how it aligns with your values. Besides, this partner is 100% employee-owned, designed with simplicity, usefulness & community in mind- something our creative side appreciates and they are also part of our ProudPath partnership; making the world a better place The Made*Here New York Basketweave Cotton Blanket is a luxurious throw blanket made from cotton, knit in Long Island. Partnerships Matter , click to watch the video! If you follow our socials, which we hope you do! You saw our cascade of USA Made, purpose brands on July 2- Made in USA Day! Looking for more posts & stories? Simply follow this category on a regular basis for USA Made partnerships.

Jump into summer and make a splash- a brand splash. The facts are simple- towels make a splash for a brand for 3 reasons. LARGEST DEMOGRAPHIC    No Need to worry about sizing!   Towels are a ‘one size fits all’ solution that make a perfect gift for any group or industry. LONGEST DURABILITY    Towels are washed and reused time and time again; outlasting the durability of most other promotional products. LARGEST IMPRINT AREA    Towels offer one of the LARGEST imprint areas in the promotional product industry, up to 25″ x 50″! Take your brand identity on an adventure. Content area is critical to growing brand awareness- be seen this summer. What are some of our favorite towels you should consider? 30" X 60" Sand-Free Waffle Beach Towel 35" X 60" Beach Towel Bungalow Beach Towel 30" X 60" Beach Towel Something you want to make a splash, but you only need one! How about the popular summer brand Lilly Pulitzer? Yes- we have brand names too! Ready to make a splash?