How do you keep the mind nimble, open for exploration and problem solving? Simple- provide daily challenges to think outside the norm and to devote time to play. Playfulness provides the mind time to wander. An interactive desk top activity, that also becomes a sleek sculpture of numerous possibilities for generating a 3D design is a simple place to start. The magnetic base offers stability for the 30 magnetic bards and 15 metal ball bearings, as well as a place to focus energy that needs a quick break to recharge the mind. Puzzled by how this quirky idea can work for your brand? Ask us to develop a campaign around puzzles & games; our creativity at work for you. Puzzle games, puzzle coasters, puzzle toys, even USA-Made stone puzzles , that also function as work of art. Visual ques work for retention around themes of unity, strategy and the importance of teaming. We love playing , it's an essential part of the creative process.

There is a reason teams with excellent coaches, excel. An ability to fire up the team- creating a sense of purpose, united goals and a desire to work together is an art. Not all leaders are also effective at motivating the team. Have you ever seen the football film Rudy ? Google it, better yet; catch it on your favorite platform. Even over 20 years later, this film from 1993 resonates with me. The film is based on the account of how Daniel, "Rudy" Ruettiger defied the odds & significant obstacles to play for the University of Notre Dame. The coach in the movie was not motivational and he could not see why Rudy's teammates found in him both the spirit & motivation they needed to win. The leadership of the teammates rallied to created an unforgettable moment. While you are googling, consider the number of times your newsfeed will come across a post about the culture of a company and a great place to work. Similarly you'd often see posts about leadership qualities or a boss that someone thinks fondly off years later when they're no longer co-workers. No, a promotional items is not going to instill passion, cultivate leadership or promote a sense of unity- that requires a human connection . However, through smart messaging, people will connect the message with the object; in turn cultivating unity through a product. By 7 am today, individuals that currently worked together and some that previously worked together were all taking about products they received from their company and why they liked and appreciated those products. They could not wait to get to work to get their own group of products from a recent campaign waiting on their desk. That's team spirit. It also never gets old seeing shirts we either designed for clients or produced being present when employees volunteer, run, perform and come together as a team. Get inside the headspace of your team. Be positive, uplift, motivate and score together. Create your own brand enthusiasts and coach the team to a win! Do you have a favorite way your team bonds?

Rain, rain go away? I don't know about you, but a rainy day always makes me want something warm and comfy. The weather makes me want to curl up with a nice blanket , a cozy chair and something warm to drink. The blankets from tentree are just my speed. These blankets are soft, beautiful and each purchase plants trees that help regenerate ecosystems and provide jobs in communities around the world. Rest assured their products are made in fair, safe working conditions using only the comfiest, earth friendly materials! Sometimes leaving a footprint is a good thing. There are individuals that have a thirst for the outdoors, any terrain, all conditions and still seek the perfect pour. The compact, sleek & stylish designs of the VSSL brand are perfect. VSSL designs and manufactures modern tools for the outdoors. They believe critical gear should be secure, waterproof-sealed, compact, and ready when you need it.  Explore here. Where do you prefer to drink your coffee?

Staying connected and organized are challenges that benefit from a system and tools! What are some unique ways to create more value & engagement? If you are like me, I really don't want to have to go to the google calendar to check my meetings. Yes, they are recorded there, but I like the ability to quickly look up and answer the question about time & date I can meet. A re-useable calendar like this one  is a great solution. The calendar is USA- Made too! Power banks are functional, but that does not mean they can't also be fun & function as "eye candy". Make memories from a destination event, benchmark achievement or celebration stay top of mind. Adding the element of light creates a lasting impression. Drinkware is a smart way to share a message. Full color options are captivating and offer a huge imprint area. Besides, drinkware is kept an average of 12 months (longer if it's of nicer quality) and earns 1,400 impressions during that time! Inspired yet?

Tame stormy days with added value. Fresh ideas create new opportunities for brand engagement. Let's help your brand get noticed for all the right reasons. No soggy stale ideas here! In fact, back in 2022, we debunked these 5 common umbrella myths. Umbrellas are smart promotion, offering long-lasting value for all recipients. You've added both protection and safety, as well as kept individuals more comfortable each time they use your gift. Nobody wants to wear wet pants to work, school or out to play around town; yuck! Don't forget that the canopy is a lot of coverage area . Planning ahead, our graphics team can help you get more attention for your brand with umbrellas using the entire surface. Besides umbrellas for individuals, we sell the styles for the beach, the sidewalk diners and large styles for playground coverage for getting out of the heat. Think canopy rather than umbrella. Canopies are one of those spaces that have a very large imprint area providing us ways to have fun with your message. Inspired to get started?

Insert yourself into the day with a unique pop-in to remind someone how much you value their relationship. When you have something to say, making sure your message is not lost on the recipient is a key factor. In person gifting and simple mailings can have a high impact with cleverly crafted campaigns. We can shake up your efforts- inserting ideas with a twist! In fact, create a memory with unique blends for cocktails, powered drink mix, spices for cooking, ice cream toppers, popcorn blends, seasoned salts, grill blends and even teas. Stand out with this engaging and tasty product that spices it up your marketing & acknowledgement efforts with vibrant themes and visuals. Just in time for the holidays!  Trio Paks are customized with your logo and packed in an easy-to-ship box. Each Trio Pak includes three tubes full of tasty spices and seasonings sure to get your taste buds fired up! Our attractive holiday gift boxes make it easy to spread good cheer to customers and employees. They come with three holiday-worthy spices. Each spice tube features a sleeve or story booklet with an engaging holiday theme. Festive graphics decorate the inside lid and the complete set is customized with your brand logo in full color on the package, spice tube lids, and inside box lid. Perfect for mailing!  Let us help you stand out with a lasting memory that generates excitement for the recipient. Put our graphics & marketing talents to work for your brand. We love being original and unexpected with our quirky enough to work ideas!!

Use the power of your brain to make smart decisions. Like what? Headwear- specifically knits. By planning ahead you save money, secure stock on stock options and have more time on custom to get the decoration method and all of the extra custom perks added to your order. As a blog follower, you already know that headwear is for the most part, uni-fit too. Making distributions easy for sizing and low cost to ship if you need that option too. The holidays after about giving and a quick, easy, affordable way to unite your team is a beanie. A sea of visual unity when donning a matching cap. Making that Planning ahead is a great start to the result you want to achieve. By meeting in our showroom now, we can compare over 50 different brands & styles of beanies. We make kitting simple! We also craft curated kits and beanies make a cozy addition to those boxes. You might recall this post from late 2023. By planning a custom project now, we have time to make each element special in the presentation and unboxing experience have a wow factor that captures your brand identity!

Water has enemies? Yes- keep reading to find out what one local town is doing to provide education and make changes in behaviors that will protect water! Education is key to shaping behavior and one local town used the power of promotional products to shape an educational story around the town's super advocate- Storm Walter ! The Town of Fuquay-Varina has implemented a public education program to educate the community about the impacts of stormwater discharges on local water bodies and the steps that can be taken to reduce stormwater pollution. The Town has targeted several pollutants for educational needs such as sediment, litter, illegal dumping, improper disposal of waste, and nitrogen. Educational materials remind residents of the importance of their choices to keeping water clean. Public volunteers can help the town's goals. The Town of Fuquay-Varina encourages public involvement and participation in stormwater management by seeking Zone Captain volunteers to organize Litter Pickup Events and by partnering with Wake County Big Sweep and NCDOT's Litter Sweep . One of many pollutants includes dog poop! Yep, but the town will provide you a free set of baggies and would love to see photos of your fur-legged friends. Volunteers help make a difference in the community! Employees are getting in the spirit and working with Storm Walter- featured front & center below in this image. Read more about pollution prevention & good housekeeping here. Enjoy this fun video series , featuring storm water advocate, Storm Walter. The topics are serious, but Storm Walter applies some humor to his storm water knowledge by sharing best practices in a video series. In the series, he's able to work under pressure, avoid the horrors of pollution, avoid the perils of an illicit discharge and prevent the bandit of stormwater pollution to help save the community! Visit the real heroes & advocates exist in the town's engineering department. Meet them at public events. Pick up value educational materials and engage with these knowledgeable professionals to learn how you can earn Storm Walter's approval. Promotional Products are often used for gifts and identification, but we apply our expertise & graphic expertise to create custom educational materials to shape your narrative, convey your message and shape behaviors!

Revolutionizing how you do business! Brand interaction creates opportunity for sales and grows awareness. Turn any logo - embroidery, heat transfer or laser etch into an interactive, digital experience. Simply tap on the logo with a smartphone to get customized, meaningful content in seconds. What is LogoTap™? LogoTap utilizes NFC technology to transform any logo decoration into an interactive tool, allowing users to simply tap the logo (hence the name) with their smartphones and instantaneously get customized info delivered to their devices. What kind of info can be sent via LogoTap? Basically whatever you or your customer would like the users to receive when they tap the logo.  The chip has a capacity of well under 1KB, so most likely the data transmitted will be textual.  But that text can be a URL, so users can be directed to any webpage, video, or file as long as it’s hosted online. Do I need to program or set up LogoTap? No, it will be ready to go right out of the box.  Simply let Fossa know the link you would like the logo to point to, and we will do the rest! Is LogoTap applicable to all decoration types, locations? LogoTap can be applied to embroidery, heat transfer, laser, or gloss laser decorations, except for logos that are on the outside of a pocket.  The chip is installed directly behind the center portion of the logo and heat sealed in place, and the inside of a pocket does not have enough space to perform the heat seal. Is LogoTap waterproof and machine washable? Yes, LogoTap is totally waterproof, safe for washer and dryer. What types of applications for this type of integrated technology? Guess what else is cool about this partner? Another certified woman-owned partnership! When you are ready to take communication to another level- reach out. Is this type of product integration intriguing to you?

Yes, making life easy is one of our many hats to wear at Promotional Partners. We are an experienced partner when it comes to fulfillment and shipping for unique, colorful and personalized gifts shipped directly to each of your partner locations. Making the project simple, seamless and tasty- especially when it's food gifts is one of our superpowers! Food gifts are a perfect pairing at the holidays. If you explore our blog, you'll find numerous posts around food. Why? Shareables are perfect for a crowd and a simple, low cost way to acknowledge a large group. Besides, food is memorable. We have numerous partners for food, the partner featured here offers a vary of flavors. There creations always start with 100% all-natural ingredients, always using real butter for rich flavor.  Each order is bake fresh daily here in the USA! Enjoy these unique mini bite-size cookies offering indulgence without the guilt. Some of the popular flavors include: Chocolate Chip, Key Lime Pie, Vanilla Pecan, Mint Chip, Cinnamon Snap and Sugar, but they also offer savory snacks. For fans of savory flavors, include or exclude nuts , healthy energy fruit and nut mixes for clients looking for a delicious protein packed gift. Combine a snack with one of our cookies or confections and send a gift that indulges sweet and salty enthusiasts alike. What types of flavor profiles? Snacks including: Spicy Guac Mix, Energy Fruit and Nut Mix, Butter Toffee Peanuts, East Meets West Mix and Cherry Chocolate Mix (seasonal). Take a look at this recent testimonial from one of our long time partners for food gifts. When it comes to holiday or year-round gifting, ask us about ways to develop on-going programs for rewards, conferences, new hires, family additions or for holiday gifts. Utilize our experience and expertise to get the project secured early, then shipped later.

Partnerships & relationships matter. As a local partner, we love working with you! Making connections for your brand & introducing your message to a new audience. When we can connect you to hand-crafted product s, an artisan flair and woman-owned partners, well, that's a plus. July was National Parks Month and NC is full of so many places to explore. Keep those memories close and make new ones, while sharing your hometown NC spirit with custom bamboo products with NC shapes. Today we are featuring one of our woman-owned relationships- that like us, is family owned with a husband-wife team. Celebrate life in The Tar Heel State with the Totally Bamboo North Carolina State Shaped Cutting Board with Artwork by Summer Stokes. This North Carolina shaped board features beautiful landscape art by artist Summer Stokes. It's a fun way to add a bit of "local flavor" to your next charcuterie or grazing board. Before serving, flip the board over for use as a knife-friendly bamboo chopping board on the blank back side. When not in use, the included hang tie allows the board to easily double as wall art. Show off your love of North Carolina in your kitchen, dining room, den or office. The North Carolina Cutting Board with Artwork by Summer Stokes is a great gift idea for anyone on your list that loves North Carolina. Don't worry, the artwork is applied using a specialized UV printing technique that's safe for food contact and will maintain its beautiful color. General benefits of bamboo: Beautiful flat grain bamboo construction is gentle on knives when used as a cutting board or serves wonderfully as a serving platter; hand wash only. Bamboo is better for the environment; Most bamboo is an incredibly durable material and it is a renewable resource which grows quickly and doesn’t require clear cutting, artificial irrigation or replant. Ready to explore, check out the full line here and ask about NC shaped products. Let us help you make connections.

Maybe being iced out is not a bad phrase in the heat of summer! What's cooler than USA Made products, with a fun factor? Let's talk ice!! Transform ordinary drinks into extraordinary experiences with premium silicone ice molds & coasters. Even ask about upgraded pantone matching! Make an impression, literally and also add a personal touch to your next event with this fun and quirky enough to work idea. Ideal for employee gifting, raising the bar in your hospitality suite, as fundraiser or spirit! Besides it's a fun way to "ice out" your competition. Ask about co-branding opportunities, or dedicated messaging, as each cavity of an ice mold, or coaster, can host a unique design. Don't forget about the glassware. We have numerous post around how to use glassware. Silipint and glass rocks here , Asobu and even a whiskey wedge . Who's ready for this type of promotion? It's cool right?