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8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid
Feb 24
From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the sa...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Real Modern Recognition
Feb 17
Market: Finance Product Use: Employee Recognition Promotion: A wealth management firm selected the Samsonite Executive Computer Backpack as an employee recognition gift. At the company’s yea...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Life of the Mardi
Feb 10
Market: Hospitality Objective: With their event scheduled close to Mardi Gras, event planners wanted to provide a themed goodie package for attendees with giveaways from event sponsors. They wanted...
Continue Reading11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle
Feb 03
Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports-mi...
Continue ReadingGet in Gear With These Automotive Promo Products
Jan 27
Branding these car-accessory promotional products for a campaign will drive more customers to your business! In the U.S., the average daily work commute is 26 minutes and Americans spend around 38 hou...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It’s a Date!
Jan 20
Description: Desk Calendar Industry: Insurance What it was purchased for: A local insurance agent wanted a way to connect with customers, and capture new leads, with a useful promotional item that w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: You've Got the Power
Jan 13
A gym wanted to promote their additional personal training services. The client gave the Compact Aluminum Power Bank 4000 mAh away to new clients who booked an initial consultation with a trainer. Sin...
Continue ReadingUsing Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products
Jan 05
When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: “Well, we serve everyone…” If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to bui...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Too Hot to Jot
Dec 29, 2020
Objective: Department managers wanted their new employees to have an easy way to take notes during the onboarding process. They wanted to incorporate company branding to keep their image consistent....
Continue Reading5 Phone Accessories to Help You Get a Grip
Dec 22, 2020
It’s pretty safe to say that cell phones are a ubiquitous part of everyday life. In any room with more than a few people in it, you’re likely to find a few phone screens lighting up in som...
Continue ReadingWhat’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try
Dec 15, 2020
We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to product...
Continue ReadingCase Study: You Can Count on Us
Dec 07, 2020
The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavirus...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A StuPENdous Promotion
Nov 30, 2020
Description: Dart Pen Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A data storage company wanted an item they could put on their company store website in which branches or divisions could purchas...
Continue ReadingCase Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag
Nov 23, 2020
Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock design,...
Continue Reading6 A+ Products for Online Education Courses
Nov 16, 2020
Classrooms have looked very different this year. Who agrees? Notebooks have turned into laptops, desks have turned into dining room tables, and students have kept their distance by learning and study...
Continue Reading7 Ways to Instantly Make Your Website More User-Friendly
Nov 08, 2020
With more and more people preferring to conduct business exclusively online, a user-friendly website isn’t just desirable, it’s required if you want to be successful. These seven tips will...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Celebrate Milestones
Nov 01, 2020
A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this mil...
Continue ReadingYou Can Bank on These 7 Promotional Products
Oct 25, 2020
Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These seven products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveaw...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!
Oct 18, 2020
Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the students ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips
Oct 10, 2020
A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when th...
Continue ReadingYou Need More Cowbell
Oct 03, 2020
Description: Cowbell Industry: Sporting Events, Athletics What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runners. They chose ...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story
Sep 26, 2020
Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storytelli...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass!
Sep 19, 2020
Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their ta...
Continue Reading6 USA-Made Products Especially for Kids
Sep 12, 2020
Who didn’t enjoy getting to dig through the prize basket after a trip to the dentist or the bank? It’s a fact – children love giveaways. Get your brand, school, or organization in fr...
Continue ReadingHow Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression
Sep 04, 2020
How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how you...
Continue Reading7 Promo Products That Will Get the Party Started
Aug 28, 2020
Do you remember the birthday parties you went to when you were a kid? And the party favors you received at the end of the festivities? Sometimes, those parting gifts were the highlight of the party. B...
Continue ReadingHere Are Our Votes For The Best Political Promotional Product Staples
Aug 21, 2020
Whether you are right or left, red or blue, or somewhere in the middle, if you’re in need of political promotional product staples, we've got some great candidates for you! Yard Signs ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Recognition
Aug 13, 2020
Item: JAFFA® Wave Award Purpose: Welcome gift for incentive winners Audience: Software company sales representatives A software company held a sales incentive contest for reps to win a trip ...
Continue Reading6 High-Tech Promotional Products
Aug 06, 2020
It seems like there are new cutting-edge gadgets coming to market every day. It’s getting hard to keep up with what is really going to make your life easier and what’s just hype. We&rsquo...
Continue ReadingTake it To-Go: 8 Restaurant Takeout Essentials
Jul 30, 2020
The way restaurant patrons experience dining out has changed immensely since coronavirus cases have begun popping up in the U.S. Restaurants that were once packed to the brim with happy diners are now...
Continue Reading5 Steps to Achieving Your Goals
Jul 23, 2020
If you’ve ever watched a TED talk or listened to any of your teachers in school, you’ll know that setting goals are the stepping stones to getting where you want to be in life. You watch o...
Continue ReadingSchool's in Session: 7 Essential Supplies for Students
Jul 15, 2020
Students are back in the classroom and parents are scrambling to purchase all of the necessary supplies on each teacher’s checklist. From three different types of pencils, calculators, and folde...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Do a Double Take
Jul 08, 2020
Objective: A general contracting company was looking for a fun way to provide "before and after" photos to their clients after a remodeling project was complete. Product: Double-Sided Portrait Fold...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products for People Who Love to Plan
Jul 01, 2020
Calendars, planners, and clocks are some of the most popular promotional products because they are useful, inexpensive, and receive innumerable impressions on a daily basis. Brand these everyday essen...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Jun 24, 2020
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing t...
Continue Reading6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers
Jun 17, 2020
These promotional products will be music to your ears! There are all kinds of music lovers out there, from fans of rock to jazz and everything in between, that would love to get any of these music-the...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Zip It Up
Jun 09, 2020
Description: Hit Sports Pack with Front Zipper Industry: Broadcast Media/Telecommunication What it was purchased for: A cellular provider needed giveaways for an event at a major university. How it ...
Continue ReadingIt's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers
Jun 02, 2020
In recent years, home gardening has gone from a small hobby to a full-blown trend. Houseplants aren’t just beautiful home décor- they’re actually good for your health! Owning indoor...
Continue ReadingGiving Back: The Importance of Corporate Social Responsibility
May 26, 2020
Whether you’re putting together a fundraiser, donating food to a local shelter, or volunteering at a soup kitchen, supporting causes you care about makes you feel good and makes the world a bett...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Cheese-y Promotion
May 19, 2020
Objective: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. Product: Coupon Gatefold Photo Folder Personalization: Rest...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Promotions
May 12, 2020
Description: Custom Wave Cap Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: The client was looking for a signature cap that would be unique, high-quality, and something that the recipient would...
Continue Reading6 Ways to Get More Done Every Day
May 05, 2020
From the moment you get to work in the morning, you’re probably planning all the things you intend to get done. By the time you head home, you may wonder how the day got away from you! We’...
Continue Reading6 Rootin’ Tootin’ Country Western Products
Apr 28, 2020
Country Western isn’t just a type of music genre, it’s become an entire culture in the American West and around the world. Cowboy culture dates back to the 19th century when ranchers settl...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time
Apr 21, 2020
Keeping Colds at Bay, One Spritz at a Time Organization High School Product Featured Spray Hand Sanitizer Goal of Promotion To promote good health for the winter season Description of Case H...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Apr 13, 2020
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...
Continue ReadingGame On: 10 Promo Product Games We Love!
Apr 06, 2020
From traditional favorites to new and trendy games, you can put your brand at the center of the fun whether it is at a tailgate, a special party or event, or just around the office. Bean Bag Toss Ga...
Continue ReadingCase Study: This Event Needs More Cowbell
Mar 29, 2020
Description: Cow Bell Industry: Trade Show / Convention / Events What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runn...
Continue Reading6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past
Mar 22, 2020
No matter what decade you think of when you think of “retro products”, you can bet there’s a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your busines...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Happy to Hang Around
Mar 15, 2020
Description: Standard Door Hangers Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: A collision center wanted to increase the number of customer satisfaction survey responses and boost online appoint...
Continue ReadingHow to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done
Mar 08, 2020
Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently propos...
Continue Reading5 Environmentally-Friendly Promotional Products
Mar 01, 2020
How about that Earth, huh? She sure is something. Fortunately, there are plenty of people in the promotional products industry that feel the same way. In fact, we can offer you thousands of products t...
Continue ReadingWork Hard, Play Harder: 6 Promotional Products to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle
Feb 23, 2020
Whether you’re playing a team sport, working out, running a marathon, or going to the game, these promotional products are built to fit any active lifestyle! Add your logo to any of these pro...
Continue ReadingTop 10 Promotional Products for the Health and Wellness Industry
Feb 15, 2020
Now, more than ever before, people are focused on enriching their lives with healthy habits and wellbeing practices. In fact, the health & wellness industry has seen exponential growths over the past ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Spoon-taneous Promotion
Feb 08, 2020
Description: Spoon Mug Industry: Advertising What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. How it was distributed: The spoon mu...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Where Has Your Pen Been?
Feb 01, 2020
Products Javalina Splash® Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called “Where has your pen been?” ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Jan 25, 2020
Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wan...
Continue ReadingWebcam Security
Jan 24, 2020
Have you ever been sitting at your laptop playing, surfing the internet or just working and receive a notice from your malware that someone tried to connect to your webcam? It is worrisome to think so...
Continue ReadingGive Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products
Jan 18, 2020
School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we’ve got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to help ...
Continue ReadingCook Up a Storm With These 5 Promotional Products
Jan 11, 2020
There are hundreds of cooking gadgets that claim to make people’s lives easier but many of them end up collecting dust in the junk drawer. We’ve found the best and most useful kitchen prod...
Continue ReadingStretching 2020 - Max Marketing Company
Jan 08, 2020
Working in the marketing industry of promotional products and advertising, I do double duty. Not only do I consult, promote and create marketing scenarios for my clients, but I do the same for my ...
Continue Reading3 Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood Right Now
Jan 03, 2020
Do you ever get a case of the Mondays…on a Thursday? We all get down sometimes, but that doesn’t mean we need to stay there. Whether someone said something that upset you, you’re st...
Continue ReadingMust-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry
Dec 27, 2019
Real estate promotional products are a memorable way to stay top of mind with your clients by promoting your brand, while also giving something back to your clients. Whether it’s part of a direc...
Continue Reading6 Budget-Friendly Products to Drive High-End Sales
Dec 20, 2019
Are you looking for a marketing campaign that is not only successful but budget-friendly? Good news! You don’t have to break the bank to find promotional products that get the job done and leave...
Continue Reading5 Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Dec 13, 2019
When it comes to building a successful company culture, maintaining positive employee attitude is key. Not only are happy employees more productive, but your company is also more likely to attract and...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Dec 05, 2019
A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company chose ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: An Icy Cool Promotion
Nov 28, 2019
Description: 16 Oz. Swiggy Stainless Steel Bottle Industry: Non-Profit What it was purchased for: The item was purchased for a youth camping trip. The bottles were meant to hold the water for a do...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Improve Sales and Traffic
Nov 21, 2019
A hotel wanted to promote its amenities to guests in a personable, yet non-intrusive manner. The goal was to encourage guests to utilize hotel amenities instead of going off-site to fulfill their need...
Continue Reading6 Promo Products for the Great Outdoors
Nov 14, 2019
A little branding goes a long way with these promo products perfect for the great outdoors! By adding your logo to these six sturdy items, your brand can be seen on hiking trails, huddled around a cam...
Continue Reading5 Invaluable Marketing Books to Help Grow Your Brand
Nov 07, 2019
In the world of business, marketing trends are always evolving and it's easy to be overwhelmed. Sometimes you take one step forward only to be knocked two steps back. Luckily, there are endless resour...
Continue Reading7 Promotional Products For Those On the Go
Oct 31, 2019
According to a 2016 AAA Foundation report, American drivers spend an average of more than 17,600 minutes behind the wheel each year. Now, imagine that someone is looking at products with your logo for...
Continue ReadingAdvice for Getting the Most Out of a Business Trip
Oct 23, 2019
Traveling for business can be a hectic experience if you approach your upcoming trip without any preparation. As with everything else in the world, there is an art to getting the most out of business ...
Continue Reading5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N
Oct 16, 2019
Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students in ...
Continue Reading30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed
Oct 09, 2019
We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeeding....
Continue ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
Oct 01, 2019
It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save you f...
Continue Reading5 Awesome Recreational Wearables
Sep 24, 2019
Did you know that wearables are the #1 best-received promotional product? Add your logo to these fresh wearables and make your brand a walking advertisement with innumerable impressions all year long!...
Continue Reading6 Hot Products for the Grill Master
Sep 17, 2019
Nothing says summertime better than lounging on a pool float, roasting marshmallows under the stars, or feasting on tender barbecue. It’s time to light up the grill, because these smokin&rsqu...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Weather is Snow Joke
Sep 10, 2019
Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip. They ...
Continue Reading10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation
Sep 03, 2019
People love quotes. That’s probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company’s account. How...
Continue ReadingPromotional Golf Products That Are Made in the USA
Aug 26, 2019
These golf-themed promotional products are a hole-in-one! Add your logo to take your company’s golf tournament or event to the next level. Treat golfers to custom golf balls, umbrellas, bag t...
Continue Reading9 Promotional Products for Tech Wizards
Aug 19, 2019
Did you know that American consumers own, on average, at least three connected devices? Add your logo to these top tech accessories and your company will become a part of your customers’ daily l...
Continue Reading5 Out of the Box Promotional Products We Love…and You Will Too!
Aug 12, 2019
We’ve all been stuck in the same rut while trying to come up with some original ideas to appeal to customers. Are you in need of some extra product inspiration? If so, here’s a little e...
Continue ReadingCustomer Experience + Branding: The Relationship Goals of Marketing
Aug 05, 2019
Customer experience can make or break your company. How you and your employees treat customers directly reflects your brand’s values. But the truth is, positive customer experiences can be diffi...
Continue Reading6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products
Jul 29, 2019
Promotional products aren’t just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a pro...
Continue Reading8 Promo Products That Will Kick Start Your Goals
Jul 22, 2019
We all want to live healthier, sleep deeper, and work better. These motivational promotional products will help kickstart goals and increase your brand visibility! Exercise Band Let's get physical...
Continue Reading8 Paw-some Promotional Products for Dogs and Dog Lovers
Jul 15, 2019
Whether you work with animals or want to show that your business is pet-friendly, there are plenty of products that will win over every dog breed! Here are 8 of our favorite pet products. Collapsi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Health & Wellness Spas
Jul 07, 2019
Products Javalina Jewel® Pen Industry Health & Wellness Spas Application Future Visits A day spa wanted to ensure that its guests always received the royal treatment. To encourage f...
Continue ReadingDrive Traffic with These 6 Trade Show Ideas
Jun 23, 2019
Tradeshows are important opportunities for your company to reach out to customers and prospects face-to-face and make lasting impressions. Make sure you’re prepared with the proper supplies to e...
Continue ReadingDrink It In: 6 Drinkware Products to Quench Your Thirst
Jun 16, 2019
What better way to put your money where your mouth is than to add your logo to some stylish drinkware? We have six unique picks to inspire your next drinkware order! Moscow Mule Gift Set Cheers to...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Jot It Down
Jun 09, 2019
Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded it...
Continue ReadingWhy You Need Promotional Products
Jun 01, 2019
In a world of ever-changing advertisement trends, there is one marketing solution that never grows old – promotional products. Studies show promotional products were ranked as the highest advert...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's in the Bag
May 25, 2019
Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students who ...
Continue ReadingGraphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know
May 18, 2019
It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That’s why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can sav...
Continue Reading10 Promotional Products for Healthy Living
May 11, 2019
We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it’s easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down th...
Continue ReadingHow to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss
May 04, 2019
Sometimes life gets hard. You don’t have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can...
Continue ReadingHow to Manage the Workload of a Leader
Apr 27, 2019
We all have a superstar in the office. They’re the ones who get all their work done before the deadline, befriend everyone in the office, manage an entire team, and still make it to the gym ever...
Continue ReadingO Canada! 6 Promotional Products Made in Canada
Apr 19, 2019
From sea to sea, Canada is a large and beautiful country that produces a wide range of products. There are so many Canadian-made products to choose from, but we worked hard to narrow it down to a shor...
Continue ReadingBranding 101: Let’s Talk Logos
Apr 12, 2019
A logo is often a company’s first impression and it can impact a customer’s perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element t...
Continue Reading5 Promo Products That Are Bright, Light, and Ready to Excite
Apr 05, 2019
Looking for some promotional products to outshine the competition? Need some LED magic to illuminate your brand? We’ve got you covered with this selection of super fun promotional products th...
Continue ReadingCase Study: College Fair Giveaway
Jun 30, 2019
Description: 4" Mini Plush Buddies Frog with Shirt Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A community college was looking for a giveaway item to have at their booth for the upcoming college ...
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