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Maple Ridge Farms Announces a New Give Back Campaign
August 28, 2019 at 11:16 am

Maple Ridge Farms, Mosinee, Wis., announced its "Give Back" campaign, a new social responsibility initiative. Tom Riordan, president of Maple Ridge Farms, announced that the supplier will be partnering with Habitat for Humanity as part of the 2019 initiative. The company has selected 15 gourmet gifts to be included in the initiative, providing an array…

Gemline Announces New President, CEO and VP of Marketing
August 27, 2019 at 2:20 pm

Gemline, Lawrence, Mass., announced multiple personnel moves yesterday: Frank Carpenito appointed as company president; Jonathan Isaacson promoted to chairman and CEO; and Saadia Bryant promoted to vice president of marketing, product and design. Carpenito has been on the Gemline board since 2014, and in his new role will be responsible for handling the company's day-to-day operations...

How to Handle a Supplier Mistake in QuickBooks
August 23, 2019 at 1:50 pm

Ask the Accountant… Question: I have a credit from a supplier for a mistake in an order. How do I enter that in QuickBooks? Answer: To enter a credit from a supplier in QuickBooks Premier to be used at a later time, follow these instructions. Go to "Enter Bills" Click "Credit" at the top of…

How One Promo Distributor Navigated Artwork Issues With a Supplier
August 23, 2019 at 1:45 pm

It’s rare to have everything go according to plan. One mark of a professional is the ability to handle issues as they come and reach an end result as close to the original vision as possible. Here's how Mike Button, senior account executive for Tricor Brand Communications, worked through some hiccups in the art process to achieve what he thought was a successful and long-lasting promotion...

Kawhi Leonard Gave One Million Clippers Branded Backpacks to Students in Los Angeles
August 23, 2019 at 11:01 am

After an astonishing run that culminated in the Toronto Raptors' first NBA Championship, Kawhi Leonard has solidified himself as one of the biggest stars in the NBA, if not all of professional sports. But it's after demonstrating some charitable good will in his new (old) home of Los Angeles that he's solidified himself as one…

AIA Community Celebrates Growth at 2019 National Sales Meeting
August 22, 2019 at 11:10 am

More than 200 attendees, including AIA owners, suppliers and employees, headed to the mountains this month for AIA’s annual National Sales Meeting. Held in Park City, Utah, at the Grand Summit Hotel, the AIA community convened for four days of learning and networking focused on personal and professional growth. Owners participated in curated experiences and events,…

My 5 Favorite Promotions of the Week: Russell Westbrook 'Thank You' Tees, Chicago Cubs 'Little League' Jerseys and More
August 21, 2019 at 1:36 pm

Another summer work day is just flying by, but I still want to make the most of it by spotlighting the awesome promotions I saw this week. Yes, as usual, it's all about the sports and the breweries. (Feel free to leave me some suggestions in the comments section if there were any other amazing promos you came across recently.) Without further ado, here is this week's Fave Five...

Prime Line Releases Holiday Gift Guide
August 21, 2019 at 1:33 pm

Prime Line released its newest catalog, the Holiday Gift Guide, a catalog geared toward promotional products for the holiday gift-giving season. Featuring more than 200 styles, the guide has a wide range of products that aid in making the gift-giving season less stressful. “The 2019 Gift Guide, with products ranging from our exclusive Leeman line to…