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This year’s Women’s Leadership Conference in Nashville broke its own record with 221 registered attendees. A fitting benchmark for the 20th event of its kind, WLC’s high attendance numbers reflect the community built through the efforts of PPAI and the women who have continued to foster growth in the industry. While community among women is […]

At first, the doctor did not think a colonoscopy was necessary for Chris Anderson, CEO of HPG and current member of the PPAI Board of Directors. That’s an important place to start. It was Anderson, after other test results were inconclusive, who suggested that he receive a colonoscopy –as he had been experiencing a prolonged […]

From fulfilling required spend programs to getting items in clients’ hands faster, there are plenty of reasons to consider promo products made in North America. “Some organizations choose USA-made items for their lower carbon footprint, while others, like unions, aim to support local workers,” says Lindsey Cole, director of marketing and communications for Massachusetts-based distributor […]

The promotional products industry continues its modest pace of continued revenue growth, according to PPAI Research’s latest bi-monthly snapshot. In April and May, the industry grew by 1.7% over the same period in 2023. The latest revenue data isn’t cultivated from the same methodology as the annual Distributor Sales Volume Estimate, which polls distributors of […]

Some of promo’s most ambitious and accomplished women have converged on Nashville, Tennessee for the 20th  PPAI Women’s Leadership Conference, which officially kicked off Sunday evening and continues through Tuesday. “The opportunity to celebrate both the shared and unique experiences of the women in this industry Is invaluable,” says Chanel Proell, corporate marketing manager at […]

For 15 years, PPAI has celebrated women who have spurred the promotional products industry forward. This year’s recipients of the PPAI Woman of Achievement Award are Janet McMaster, MAS, and Joy Smith, MAS. Their outstanding leadership, dedication and talent have impressed peers, empowered other women and energized entire communities. The industry veterans have made an […]