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For some the new push pop is phenomenal and for others, it's just a silly toy. In the February edition of our newsletter, we started a poll to find out what our clients think about this toy, and so far - the no's are winning. The spinner toy craze of 2017 has morphed into the pop-it. How much do you know about the transformation of the fidget phenomenon? You might ask, what is it? A toy that looks like bubble wrap and offers the chance to place extra energy or stress. The popular toy comes in a flying disk, key tag holder, a writing instrument, and of course a desk accessory. Check out some pop-ular options on our website. Is the idea of a fidget toy new? Hardly - in the 12th century Ming dynasty China, there were Baoding balls: two small balls that could fit in one hand and repeatedly rotate to reduce stress, and supposedly have mental health benefits! The Greeks have been using worry beads, or Komboloi, to offer a soothing, meditative state to the user for over 800 years. What's your take on this trend? We'd like to know!

Can your choices make a positive difference for the environment? Yes! It starts by limiting our environmental impact through smarter production means and materials. We've introduced to our lines the Nimble Community, a brand that strives to partner with consumers to reduce e-waste and plastics ending up in our landfills - and offer you quality technology! Responsible Premium Creating world-class personal tech is one thing. Building it from high-quality materials with less environmental burden is another. By choosing to reuse waste and explore renewable sources, we minimize the impact of what your product is made of, so we can focus more on the way it’s made. What's Actually Being Recycled? Recycled Silicone Silicone is less toxic than petroleum-based plastic and requires less resource extraction to produce it. A highly recyclable material, it’s commonly found in many electronics like computers, keyboards and phones for its durability and resistance to moisture and extreme temperatures. Recycled PET PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic bottles are among the most common types of plastic waste materials in the world. Despite being one of the easiest to recycle, processing rates in the U.S. are dropping. The good news - recycled PET is ideal for making tech accessory components like internal structures, external housing, and fabric coverings. Cool features about this charging pad: Wirelessly charge two devices at once with this Apollo Duo Wireless Charging Pad Made from eco-friendly materials like RePlay™ Certified Recycled Plastic and recycled silicone Charges newer iPhones, Samsungs, Androids, AirPods (2nd Generation), AirPods Pro, and Google Pixel 3 on contact Plus, like all Nimble Products, this charging pad is Climate Neutral Certified and supports environmental non-profits through 1% for the Planet! Looking for more Nimble products? Getting Involved is Simple Use the pre-paid shipping label to easily send old electronic devices, plastic cases, cell phones, cables, etc. directly to Homeboy Electronics Recycling*, the e-waste recycling partner for safe, responsible reclamation. To date, Nimble has successfully recycled over 10,000 pounds of e-waste, phone cases and CDs. *Homeboy Electronics Recycling offers certified recycling and data destruction services to residents and businesses like us, while providing permanent jobs and training to people who face systemic barriers to employment.

99.6% of business in NC are considered small businesses! Maybe a smaller number of employees, but know small businesses are large in heart! When our owners Olivia & Keith founded Promotional Partners Inc. in 2007 there were an estimated 821,189 small businesses in North Carolina, employing 47.9% of the state's 3,586,552 non-farm-sector employees. Fast forward to 2021- what's the current economic profile? There are 934,604 small businesses in NC, representing 99.6% of all business, employing 1.7 million people. It's National Entrepreneurship Week. News stories are abundant around the growing number of entrepreneurs since 2020. Promotional Partners is excited by this growing trend, because we know small businesses invested in their local communities as volunteers, mentors and sponsors. Sharing knowledge & experiences within the business community grows ideas & builds best practices with one another. After all, collaboration leads to creativity, and innovation keeps the economy thriving. Right? What innovative products are there to inspire entrepreneurs to dream? Never lose a great idea with this innovative product. Save paper while jotting down your thoughts with the Quartet Dry Ease Desktop organizer. Watch this short video to see one in action. LapGear is the perfect solution for the individual that likes to jump between projects, working anywhere, including the sofa! Watch this video to see this product. Lume Cubes are ideal for video conferencing & individuals working remotely. Here's the product in action. Are you interested in Promotional Partners Inc.'s backstory & journey of entrepreneurship? Flash back to our roots with an image of our first location in historic Downtown Apex. Lessons learned by our owners over the years, or did you catch Olivia's interview with Voyage Raleigh about being a woman-owned business? Even after 15 years, your story is our why! Why do you support small businesses?

April is National Stress Awareness Month, so it's good timing that these self-care kits will be ready to ship out in March! This revolutionary kit goes beyond typical promotional products by creating a unique experience for each and every user as they create their own lip balm. Foster a moment of ever-important self-care that leaves a lasting impression with an experiential, fun, and creative product. Some suggested applications? Welcoming attendees to a conference, a gift in their room Birthday or work anniversaries - as part of a program for employees Teachers, Nurses, Doctors, Volunteer Appreciation "Thank you for your loyalty" Employee stress management gift This kit includes everything needed to make five lip balm tins: ingredients (natural beeswax pellets, sunflower oil, peppermint essential oil, vanilla flavoring), utensils (plastic beaker, pipette, spatulas), empty lip balm tins, and instructions. Branding space includes customized labels for the tins, and a customized label for the inside box lid. Our partner at Raining Rose Promo, will donate 1% of their annual profits to support honeybees and beekeeping families. That's going to create a buzz! Learn more about how these kits help support people and the planet here. Ask how this kit can qualify to be part of our annual Promotional Partners Cares Campaign. Double the impact this month. Have a heart. Bee the difference.

This weekend's Superbowl will be a reason for many to gather for fun. Celebrations are the perfect setting for branded promotional products. From popular charcuterie boards to hot pads, pepper mills, wine or beer totes, cheese graters, spoon rest, pint glasses, or avocado slicers to a pizza cutter. Introducing your brand in a party environment sparks conversation about your brand. Using popular national date throughout the year will add some personality to your brand. A pizza party is the perfect fit for more engagement. Looking for some inspiration for dates? Check out this PDF of national dates to add more spice to your promotions this year. By the way, what's your favorite party accessory or food?

Umbrellas are the perfect promo item - one size fits all, it rains just about everywhere, and everybody uses them. If you're not taking advantage of umbrellas as a promotional product, you're missing out on a whole lot of brand impressions. We are asking you to forget what you think you know about umbrellas and listen while we put some common misconceptions to rest. Myth #1: Umbrellas are boring. Truth: Thanks to a big selection of fashion-forward looks with fun colors, cool patterns, and new fabrics, umbrellas help you make a splash without jumping in any puddles! And if it's a trendy style in retail, we have brands like Totes, Cutter & Buck, and Stromberg. Myth #2: Umbrella design innovation stopped years ago. Truth: Exciting developments are happening all the time. The all-new, super-cool inversion umbrellas close so that the outside of the canopy is pulled inward, trapping them inside and making it easier to close from a car seat or doorway. Windproof umbrellas feature vented canopies and special flexible frames. Myth #3: Umbrellas are too traditional to make an impact. Truth: Umbrellas leave a big impression. The average promotional umbrella generates 1,100 impressions during its lifespan. Plus, umbrellas give you more for your money. The cost-per-impression is less than one cent.* Myth #4: People won't hold on to them. Truth: A promotional umbrella is definitely a keeper - a promo umbrella is kept on average for over a year - 14 months, to be exact. They're often kept in the car and at the office "just in case." Myth #5: You're on your own finding a good promotional umbrella. Truth: We've got you covered. Umbrellas keep us dry on rainy days, but that big round canopy is also the perfect canvas for a brand. Golf umbrellas, inversion umbrellas, fashion umbrellas - no matter what you need, Promotional Partners has the right umbrellas at the right price. *Data compiled by Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI)

Create Gifts That Make A Big Impression Gift season is in full swing, and retail brands always make a big impression. In fact, they’ve become so popular in the promotional channel that we’ve experienced record-breaking sales among our top brands in both 2020 and 2021. The takeaway: Brands will be a big trend this holiday season and beyond – and with names like Herschel, Skullcandy®, Bose®, CamelBak®, tentree® and more, we’re your one-stop shop. Brands: Bigger Than Ever There’s been an interesting shift during the past year or so. Gift giving has become more common, and people are being more thoughtful about it. Along with premium quality, style and performance, retail brands have a distinct identity people know and trust. Whether they’re for clients or employees, you know people will use gifts from retail brands, creating a connection that lasts. From a promotional products perspective, the uncertainty creates a practical challenge: how to deliver gifts for distribution when recipients aren’t at a central location, like a workplace or a hotel hosting a conference. The Brands You Want, When You Want Them We’re always introducing new retail brands – in fact, we’ll be bringing you more new brands in the final months of the year than some suppliers have in their entire portfolio. So you’re getting the trendiest retail looks, innovative designs and cutting-edge tech in real time, not a year (or more!) later. Which brands are trending? Find out here. Get A Head Start On The Holidays Beat the rush while the selection is strong – our most popular gifts from retail brands are in stock now. No matter who your gift is for, we’ve got a brand to match. Trendsetters Modern Professionals Everyday Adventurers Weekend Warriors Don't delay, lead times are extending and stock continues to be an issue. Make sure you're getting a head start and make this holiday season one to remember!

Schools, youth sports teams, churches, and nonprofit organizations are always looking for unique ways to raise money for various programs. Let’s take a closer look at Outdoor Coupon Magnets. Supporters detach the corner coupons to use them at the sponsor businesses, bringing in additional sales, and keep the center for their refrigerator, toolbox, or vehicle to promote or endorse the school, team, cause, or organization. From purchasing new school uniforms to buying groceries for a food bank, fundraising efforts with outdoor coupon magnets are endless. A Fundraising Example- Let’s say your customer, a high school football booster club, needs to raise funds to purchase new equipment. The members of the booster club are confident they can sell 1000 magnets to families and the local community for a reasonable price, say $5 each. They find four local businesses that are willing to buy coupon space to advertise their business and support the team. To determine the corner cost for each sponsor, simply divide the total cost of the magnet into four to cover the magnet printing and shipping cost. When the coupon magnets arrive, the booster club can divide them up and sell them at 100% profit. The buyers support their team with a magnet to display and four detachable coupons to save money at sponsoring businesses. The sponsors gain additional sales and potentially new customers. And the booster club raises the money for the new equipment. It’s a win-win opportunity! We have three templates to choose from giving you the flexibility you need. Simply ask and we'd be more than happy to share! Source: Stouse

You might recall our post earlier this year featuring a man on a box- we suggested he'd overlooked the possibilities of that box. The modern consumer wants more visual and sensory stimulation and packaging has become an essential element to those experiences. Packaging delivers one more brand message to consumers in the final stage before purchasing. A quality product is table stakes for repeat buying, but how much weight do you think packaging holds in that equation? More than you know. To break through the clutter of hundreds of other competing products, it pays to be different. We’re talking about being innovative and unique in order to get a product noticed. Packaging builds brands and gives a product personality. First impressions count. Grab attention Let’s first look at ways to capture the eye's attention. Stand out with innovative printing and finishing methods and don't under estimate sensory touch. Quality matters and provides a higher perceived value- no cutting corners. Be recognizable Consumers form an opinion about a brand the moment they see the packaging. Make it count. Consider adding suspense to your story by the shape or design work of the packaging, making the recipient want to open it. Elicit emotion and action Create awareness and excitement while showcasing elements significant to the brand and its mission. Quality matters, not just in the feel and appearance but the ease to open, crispness of the folds, perfect sizing to the contents all make a brand statement. For those with low impact initiatives, ask us about certified recyclable materials, such as those endorsed by the FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council) or SFI® (Sustainable Forestry Initiative), which are sourced from the highest available percentage of post-consumer recycled content from local mills. Don't overlook a little extra! Custom finishes and coatings add pizazz & pop to packaging. Processes like debossing, embossing, foil stamping and spot color printing transform the appearance of boxes. Finishing processes such as UV gloss coating, spot UV, soft-touch lamination, aqueous satin, and gloss coatings, intricate die-cutting, and raised UV give it a snazzy, polished look too. These extras highlight design elements, elevate the tactile experience, and add dimension. Set yourself apart It’s not the complete package until it’s the complete package. Including related products such as labels, inserts, bottle-neck cards and hang tags round create a comprehensive, thoughtful package solution. Tapping into our creative team, we can provide inspiration, comprehensive solutions and apply our certified marketing savvy to your packaging program challenges. Make design the focus of the packaging Better packaging design sells your message. The packaging and unboxing presents an experience for the consumer that adds to the product’s appeal. The design of their packaging creates magical moment to the recipient from when the package first arrives or is picked up to their unboxing experience. Key takeaway's Opportunities for packaging innovation can be driven by pivots in consumer behaviors, attitudes, and interests, as well as other macro trends in the marketplace. However, true innovation comes from blending consumer desire and product usability with production feasibility and brand voice. Sprinkle in cool packaging options and embellishments to ultimately connect brands with consumers and create moments that matter. Our expertise, your value-add We’re here to walk you options, compare products in our showroom and make the design process simple with our experienced graphic team.

Last year taught many of us to love and enjoy being outdoors.. It's a place to gather and enjoy the simpler things in life away from all the screens. These Luci lights bring bright, warm light to the palm of your hand. These compact and durable lanterns can withstand up to 150 lbs of pressure, while providing a soft light that lasts long into the night. Completely solar. Just add sun. Lasts up to 24 hours on a single charge, and recharges fully in 7 hours. Not sure how you can tie this into your brand message? What about "being the guiding light"? or maybe "brightening up your day".. the word play is endless and we're here to help! Giving back part of your brand mission? For every 10 Luci Lanterns purchased, 1 light will be donated to people in need. As a certified B Corp, MPOWERD is on a mission to transform lives with thoughtfully designed, clean technology. Luci® lights have impacted the lives of over 3 million people in more than 90 countries who still live without access to electricity. Want to see one in person? Sign up to come to our September 22 show today!

Snowflakes in the middle of August in North Carolina? Why not. North Carolina is known for quirky weather patterns, besides this quirky product is truly a unique snowflake. You've heard it said each snowflake is unique. Continuing our efforts to highlight unique product solutions, with a twist, this snowflake tool delivers. 17 tools in one! A uniquely-shaped stainless-steel keychain device. The snowflake design allows for tons of tools in a compact tool featuring: Slotted screwdriver, box cutter, rope cutter, bottle opener, key hole, Phillips screwdriver, multiple wrenches, and multiple Hex wrenches. Do you offer multiple solutions to common problems? Are you adaptable in any situation? Prepared for unforeseen challenges? Perhaps you streamline series. Word play is an effective memory tool for your brand message. Watch a video demonstration of it's potential here.

HidrateSpark It’s estimated that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated, contributing to problems with everything from high blood pressure to decreased cognition (HidrateSpark.com). HidrateSpark® is here to help with some seriously smart water bottles. They connect with the free Hidratespark app to monitor intake throughout the day, lighting up and glowing when it’s time to drink water. The app produces a Hydration Equation, which calculates your unique daily goal based on personal factors including age, height, weight, sex, altitude and more. We have five great-looking styles launching, which means there is you can find one that’s right for you. Stojo Stojo believes sustainability shouldn’t mean sacrifice. Stojo’s mission is simple: replace single-use containers with well-designed, reusable alternatives that turn heads and start conversations. Stojo cups are collapsible and compact, so you can easily take them anywhere you go. BottleKeeper BottleKeeper® creates innovative products that protect the world from a lukewarm drinking experience. Designed from the ground up based on feedback from tens of thousands of customers, BottleKeeper® products use vacuum insulation to keep enclosed beverages cold from the first sip to the last drop – whether you’re grilling at the tailgate, hanging at the beach or working at your desk. Which one will be your new favorite? During the month of August, these brands are part of our annual Give Back Campaign with The Poe Center. Ask us how to qualify.