Association Profile

While a majority of the Association's 7,500 + member firms (based on 2006 figures) are located in the United States, membership includes firms in Canada and throughout the world. Most member companies are suppliers and distributors of promotional products and services, including specialty advertising, business gifts, premiums, incentives, awards, prizes and commemoratives.

The PPAI membership breaks down this way:
Supplier members: 25%
Distributor members: 68%
Other: 2%
International members: 5%

Vision, Mission and Purpose Statement

The following vision, mission and purpose statements were adopted in August 2005:

PPAI's Vision is to be the preeminent membership organization leading the evolving promotional products industry in growth, innovation and success.

PPAI's Mission is to lead the industry by expanding the market, providing indispensable products and services, and enhancing our members' professionalism and success.

PPAI's Purpose is to facilitate the increased use and perceived value of promotional products and services to achieve buyers' objectives.

We Serve Our Members Best By Serving Our Industry First