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Dec 07, 2020
Your recipient is 4X more likely to use a pen than any other promotional item? 8-10 consumers own between 3 and 10 promotional pens? 95% of people use a promotional pen at least 3X a week? No one i...
Continue ReadingPersonal Protective Equipment
Nov 17, 2020
Personal Protective Equipment Personal protective equipment, also referred to as “PPE”, has been a staple in the medical community for decades. When visiting a medical office or hospital ...
Continue ReadingFREE…the magic word!
Nov 10, 2020
Getting free items can feel like winning the lottery. Whether it is a free sample at the grocery store or a free trial of your favorite streaming service, it is always exciting to get something for no...
Continue ReadingFundraising during COVID
Nov 02, 2020
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, many fundraising events have been cancelled as part of an effort to diminish large crowds from congregating. Events such as walks, marathons, and other contest...
Continue ReadingCute as a Button
Oct 29, 2020
For more than 200 years, badges have been used to celebrate achievements, commemorate occasions, provide identity and show support for favorite causes. From birthday buttons to sheri...
Continue Reading‘Bring Your Own Blanket’ Idea Supports Local Restaurants, Illustrates Promotional Opportunities
Oct 22, 2020
While the temperatures are growing cooler, preferences and restaurant occupancy limitations are keeping many diners on restaurant patios and outdoor dining areas. To encourage people to keep going to ...
Continue ReadingHope - Pancreatic Cancer Awareness
Oct 13, 2020
November is pancreatic cancer awareness month and Pentel supports the mission of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to fight the world’s toughest cancer on all fronts: research, clinical...
Continue ReadingSeason’s Greetings: End-of-Year Gifts to Send a Message
Sep 29, 2020
As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to start thinking about the season’s greetings your company or organization will send. End-of-year gifts and greetings are an opportunity to c...
Continue ReadingWhat do you get for the person who has everything?
Dec 18, 2019
The idea that everything is bigger in Texas might need some modification, as a new tote bag from New York-based fashion brand Opening Ceremony checks in at 27 inches in height and 46 in width. While c...
Continue ReadingCoconuts and Florida
Dec 09, 2019
Coconuts and Florida go hand-in-hand. In fact, we have 3 coconut trees in our yard. If only they were as easy to open and they are to grow. Without the coconut, the pina colada and macaro...
Continue ReadingDemand for Healthcare Products is Year-Round
Nov 08, 2019
With companies emphasizing health and wellness programs, healthcare products are always in strong demand. No matter what time of year it is, healthcare products are always in strong demand, wit...
Continue ReadingWhen it’s time to express an attitude of gratitude…
Oct 17, 2019
As we approach the end of the year, it’s time for your clients to thank those people who contributed to their business accomplishments. These individuals include customers, employees, service pr...
Continue ReadingUse these designated months and dates
Aug 26, 2019
Use these designated months and dates to ignite your imagination for relevant and distinctive promotions for your clients.
Continue ReadingWhy buy promotional products?????
Aug 13, 2019
A recent PPAI study dove into the mind of consumers and you’d be delighted with what they found. 83% would rather receive a promotional product than a telemarketing or sales call. 78% ...
Continue ReadingEight plants that will help keep your backyard oasis a mosquito-free zone
Aug 07, 2019
I love sitting outside and enjoying the hot summer days turn into cool summer nights. What I don't love is getting noshed to pieces by mosquitos. Short of covering myself from head to toe (which decid...
Continue ReadingIt is said that gifts persuade even the gods.
Aug 05, 2019
When your clients are looking to persuade clients to buy their products or services, prospects to choose to work with them, employees to provide caring customer service, or suppliers to provide a quic...
Continue ReadingHow well do you know YOUR audience?
Jul 30, 2019
93% of millennials read REVIEWS prior to making a B2B purchase (IBM) 75% of B2B buyers use SOCIAL MEDIA to engage with peers about buying decisions (IDC) More than half (51%) of B2B buyers rely on C...
Continue ReadingHow to turn “butterfly customers” into Monarchs
Jul 12, 2019
“Butterfly customers" are defined by authors Susan O'Dell and Joan Pajunen as people who flit from one store or business to another, always searching for a lower price or a different experience....
Continue ReadingDog Days of Summer
Jun 03, 2019
Dog Days of Summer have arrived, especially in South Florida. Peek inside the typical American home and you may see a cat curled up on the couch or a dog chewing a bone. You might even see a chicken ...
Continue Reading6 Click Message Pen
May 15, 2019
Got a lot to say and want to get it noticed. Try this unique pen. Each time you click, your message will change! Up to 6 messages included, as well as your logo on the pen. ...
Continue ReadingCan you help our Marine Wildlife?
Apr 30, 2019
Can you help our Marine Wildlife? It's so disturbing to see things like this in our paper on almost a daily basis. We'd like to help and so can you! This Silicone reusable straw in a ...
Continue ReadingINCREASE productivity with HAPPINESS
Mar 11, 2019
It was a year of tumult for the State Mutual Life Assurance Company. The New England insurance company had been through several acquisitions and mergers, and leadership in 1963 knew it needed a way to...
Continue ReadingDaylight Savings
Feb 19, 2019
Days are getting longer and nights are getting shorter. Why not have a unique product that lights up your logo day or night. Use our Daylight savings code: DYLTSVNG for your 10% discount on you...
Continue ReadingEmployee Appreciation Day
Feb 08, 2019
Where would we be without our trusted employees and friends? No matter what business you are in, It is always nice to say Thank-You! What better way than with a promotional gift or food i...
Continue ReadingValentines Day
Jan 18, 2019
Valentines Day is coming. We LOVE our Clients and our Suppliers LOVE us. Although any time of year is a good time to let someone know how much you appreciate them, February has always been Heart...
Continue ReadingMake 2019 a great year for you.
Dec 10, 2018
As we head into the ending of 2018 and the start of 2019, this quote comes to mind. "Nothing happens unless first we dream." - Carl Sandburg We spent a fabulous day in Asheville at Carl Sandburg&rsq...
Continue ReadingWho likes Elvis?? Who hates Elvis???
Nov 22, 2018
Promo Products can be useful, even if you don’t like the message. Here’s the story of how Elvis' manager and incredible-name-haver Colonel Tom Parker could cash in not just on Elvis' many...
Continue ReadingTop Promo Apparel Trends of 2018
Nov 19, 2018
Heathered: Heathered tops were huge in retail this year. It adds the element of depth to your wearables. Bright colors: Bright colors are back! Pantone named Ultra Violet the 20...
Continue ReadingFlu Season
Nov 12, 2018
I’m very busy trying to fight a cold. Drinking lots of tea and trying to rest! I’m sure being on a plane, and going from warm Florida weather to cold Maryland weather didn’t h...
Continue ReadingCardNoter - Great giveaway for Tradeshows, Conferences, Conventions and Seminars!
Nov 08, 2018
As many of you know, I attend a lot of trade shows in order to keep you up to date with the latest and greatest new products. It’s so important to organize your findings or the show/meetin...
Continue ReadingFall Walk-a-thons
Nov 05, 2018
Fall is the time of year when many organizations hold Walk-a-thons. What a great idea to do fully customized tube socks for participants and also to sell as a fundraiser. These socks feature full co...
Continue ReadingTop 5 Fitness Trends in 2018
Nov 01, 2018
(American college of Sports Medicine Survey results) High intensity interval training Group fitness classes Wearable technology Bodyweight training Strength Training Promotional products hav...
Continue ReadingTop Reasons To Try Promotional Products
Oct 29, 2018
Promotional merchandise is one of the most important marketing tools used in virtually every industry. This powerful advertising medium is well recognized by manufacturers and retailers alike. And you...
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