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For years, U.S. distributor sales numbers have been used as de facto benchmarks for the size of the branded merchandise industry, but those figures don’t tell the whole story. The impact of branded merch doesn’t stop with a consumer receiving a product. That’s why PPAI commissioned Oxford Economics, an independent global advisory firm, to carry out […]

Kicking off The PPAI Expo 2026, PPAI President and CEO Drew Holmgreen, CAS, unveiled the organization’s 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, a five-year framework designed to sharpen the industry’s positioning, strengthen its sense of community and equip members for sustained success in an increasingly competitive marketing landscape. The plan, developed through a months-long process involving PPAI’s Board […]

Logomark (PPAI 110898, Platinum), PPAI 100’s No. 16 supplier, has announced the promotion of Clive Goldberg to CEO, effective immediately. Former CEO Trevor Gnesin, who founded Logomark in 1992, will remain with the company through the end of the year and continue to serve as a member of the board and consultant to the California-based supplier. […]

The Distributor Exchange (PPAI 625088), a business services provider and division of iPROMOTEu (PPAI 218870, Platinum), PPAI 100’s No. 4 distributor, has completed its acquisition of Chattanooga, Tennessee-based distributor Flywheel Brands (PPAI 342144, Standard-Base). Financial terms of the transaction weren’t disclosed. Founded in 1981, Flywheel will continue to operate under its established name, led by Bart […]

History will be made in January with the addition of three new industry leaders to the PPAI Board of Directors. Each will begin their term following The PPAI Expo 2027. Delgado and Williams fill roles vacated by outgoing board members Denise Taschereau, CAS, of Fairware, and Frank Myers of S&S. Petrie succeeds Kara Keister, MAS, […]

Branded merchandise companies that embrace digital transformation consistently lead the industry. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, these innovators streamline operations, enhance communication and safeguard both customer and company data. In addition to prioritizing efficiency, their commitment to modernization is built upon delivering a higher standard of service that resonates all the way to the end buyer. […]