PPAI's affinity partner program saves members money. Whether it's the Power of Two partnership with SAGE, offering the leading research and sourcing tool in the industry; shipping discounts through the highly-rated Fed Ex partnership or savings through one of the many other opportunities, members find that the discounts more than pay for membership.
Shipping Solutions
Save 50% off select FedEx Express® shipments. And that’s just the beginning.
With the FedEx Advantage® program,* our members also enjoy:
- 45% off select FedEx Express international shipments
- 30% off select FedEx Ground® shipments
- 78% off select FedEx Freight® shipments
- NEW: 35% off residential and delivery area surcharges
- Up to 20% off FedEx Office®**
They’re savings with your name on them. It’s free and easy to enroll. And there are no shipping quotas or commitments.
Get started by visiting the enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) for more details.
* FedEx shipping discounts are off standard list rates and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Except as otherwise provided, discounts are exclusive of any FedEx surcharges, premiums, minimums, accessorial charges, or special handling fees. Eligible services and discounts are subject to change. For eligible FedEx® services, rates, and electronic shipping solutions, please call 1.800.GoFedEx 1.800.463.3339. See the applicable FedEx Service Guide or FXF 100 Series Rules Tariff for terms and conditions of service offers and money-back guarantee programs.
** FedEx Office black & white copy discounts are applied to 8 1/2" x 11", 8 1/2" x 14", and 11" x 17" prints and copies on 20-lb. white bond paper. Color copy discounts are applied to 8 1/2" x 11", 8 1/2" x 14", and 11" x 17" prints and copies on 28-lb. laser paper. Discount does not apply to outsourced products or services, office supplies, shipping services, inkjet cartridges, videoconferencing services, equipment rental, conference room rental, high-speed wireless access, Sony® PictureStationTM purchase, gift certificates, custom calendars, holiday promotion greeting cards, or postage. This discount cannot be used in combination with volume pricing, custom-bid orders, sale items, coupons, or other discount offers. Discounts and availability are subject to change. Not valid for services provided at FedEx Office locations in hotels, convention centers and other non-retail locations. Products, services, and hours vary by location. FedEx Office is a registered trademark of FedEx.
This partner offers savings to our Canadian members.
Ascent Global Logistics is a leading transportation and supply chain solutions provider focused on uncomplicating logistics through its Domestic, International and On-Demand solutions. Committed to providing customized logistics solutions, premium customer service and state-of-the-art technology tools, Ascent helps its clients simplify supply chain management.
Booking shipments is convenient and straightforward with your team of experienced logistics resources and an online portal. PPAI Members receive preferred discounts, allowing members to save up to 15 percent or more on freight shipments over 150 lbs. Additionally, the Ascent Global Logistics team can deliver a custom savings analysis at no cost on your initial inquiry to help determine the best solution for you.
Who said logistics has to be complicated? Get started by visiting your enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) for more details.
This partner offers savings to our Canadian members.
Industry Solutions
Looking for the right color and you cannot find it in your current guide? You might be looking at a specialty color
Check out Pantone Connect to find what Pantone library your color matches best.
Members can start shopping at www.pantone.com. Ask us for your member-exclusive discount code before you checkout for 20% off most* products!
- Or snag your discount code on My PPAI.
Not sure what you need to order? Email us for a product consultation from price to use, we will recommend the best product for your color needs.
This partner offers savings to our Canadian members.
*Some exclusions apply, including lifestyle products, trend books, swatch cards, TPG/TPM sheets, replacement pages, Color Match cards, spectral data, and digital downloads (PCM). Discount code valid in North America only, and subject to periodic review and change.
PANTONE® and other Pantone trademarks are the property of Pantone LLC. Pantone LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of X-Rite, Incorporated. © Pantone LLC, 2021. All rights reserved. PPAI is an Authorized Pantone® Partner.
Need help with your artwork? Let the designers of SAGE ArtworkZone help you!
SAGE ArtworkZone is the industry’s first comprehensive artwork services solutions and offers professional-quality design and storage services at ultra-competitive rates! Whether you need a new logo or an image vectorized, ArtworkZone has got you covered!
Ready to order your artwork services? It’s as easy as 1-2-3! Get started by visiting www.sageworld.com, or contact SAGE ArtworkZone at 800-925-7243 to get started.
Financial Solutions
PPAI Credit Services powered by Forius offers the most objective and comprehensive credit reports in the industry. As a PPAI Distributor Member, you can access and pull your company’s industry credit report for free! Working with a new supplier and you need terms? Provide them with your industry credit report!
As a PPAI Supplier Member, you can access and pull PPAI Distributor Member credit reports for free. You have access to over 11,000 FREE reports. In addition to PPAI
credit reports, get Experian, Equifax, D&B, NACM National Trade Credit and Skyminder reports at member pricing.
Ready to pull your industry credit reports? Get started by visiting your enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) for details on how to pull a credit report.
This partner offers savings to our Canadian members.
SAGE Payment Processing™ powered by Stripe, provides PPAI member companies with a complete, turn-key payment processing solution at ultra-competitive rates.
SAGE Payment Processing provides you with a complete, turn-key payment processing solution at ultra-competitive rates. Quickly process credit and debit cards using their advanced, web-based virtual terminal application from the convenience of any computer with web access. You can also process payments on the go with SAGE mobile. Plus, if you have WebExpress Pro, SAGE Payment Processing automatically integrates with your website to process payments in real time.
Best of all, payment processing doesn’t have to cost you a fortune! With their fixed fees and no hidden costs, any company can accept credit and debit cards all while eliminating complicated billing. Ready to start accepting cards? Get started by visiting www.sageworld.com, or contact your SAGE representative at 800-925-7243 to get started.
Product Safety
QIMA is a global leading quality control and compliance service provider that partners with brands, retailers, distributors and suppliers around the world to secure, manage and optimize their global supply chain. With over 2,000 inspectors and auditors classified by product range, account managers speaking over 40 languages, and a service coverage area of 85 countries, QIMA is Your Eyes in the Supply Chain. PPAI members enjoy discounts on QIMA services, as well as access to a range of value-added compliance content and supply chain intelligence.
AI Services:
- Lab Testing: help ensure compliance of your product with the regulations of your destination market with QIMA’s 3 state-of-the-art laboratories. Test finished products or raw materials to a range of international standards, including CPSIA, ASTM, Prop 65, FDA, CCPSA, ISO, REACH, and more.
- Product Inspections: verify your product quality at every manufacturing stage, from initial production check to pre-shipment inspections and container loading checks. Get an inspector to your factory within 48 hours of booking, and receive a full report in your inbox on the day after the inspection.
- Supplier Audit Programs: confirm that your supplier meets your criteria for quality management, ethical conduct and environmental protection before giving them your business. Audits can be performed to all major international standards, AI’s best-in-class protocols, or your in-house standards.
Exclusive benefits for PPAI Members:
- 20% discount on Lab Testing services
- 5% discount on Product Inspections and Supplier Audit Programs
- Value-added compliance content (including Cal Prop 65 Settlement Database)
- Curated library of supply chain intelligence
Ready for expert advice on product safety and compliance? Get started by visiting your enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) for more details.
This partner offers savings to our Canadian members.
Healthcare & Insurance
New PPAI Health Plans
Get your instant quote today.
Health • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance
PPAI members now have access to PPAI Health Plans: a new Affordable Care Act-compliant benefits offering. PPAI Health Plans simplifies the health care experience for both you and your employees through a convenient, easy-to-use, web-based platform. Plus, quotes are returned in real-time! PPAI members will be able to take advantage of the enrollment efficiencies, administrative cost savings and product flexibility. Advantages include:
- Access to more competitive product bundles
- Fully ACA-compliant
- Quicker and easier-to-use online enrollment process
- Simple and convenient ongoing benefits management and administration
- Reduced administrative costs
It's easy to get an instant quote and Mercer’s here to help if you have any questions. Get started by visiting your enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724).
Program Administered by Mercer Health & Benefits Administration LLC
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91944 Copyright 2020 Mercer LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Whether you are looking to enroll in health insurance for the first time or transitioning from a previous plan, Mercer is here to help you make sense of it all, every step of the way.
MERCER MARKETPLACE 365+ PPAI Health Insurance Exchange provides:
- Affordability: It’s less expensive than you may think, and you may qualify for tax credits which will reduce your monthly cost.
- Peace-of-mind: Enrolling may help minimize the cost of preventive care, prescription drugs, and emergency care.
- Assistance: If you have questions, our licensed customer service agents are ready to help and enroll you in plans over the phone or on the web.
- Access: to more competitive product bundles.
Business Solutions
Affinity HR Group is a unique, full-service consulting team that specializes in all facets of human resources, management and strategic workforce planning. Some of their services include:
- Recruiting and retention
- Performance and rewards
- Employee engagement and communications
- Employee benefits
- Staff development
Affinity HR’s team offers PPAI Members exclusive member-only discounts, free consultations, and offers valuable support services.
Interested in getting up-to-date HR updates? Subscribe to Monday HR Minute for valuable information on HR issues.
Need HR help? Get started by visiting your enrollment information page, or contact your membership representative at 888-I-AM-PPAI (426-7724) for more details.
FedEx Office offers the expertise you need to produce high-quality professional-looking documents. PPAI Members save 20% of B&W, color prints and copy services and 10% off most all other services. Limitations and exclusions apply.
How To Become An Affinity Partner
Interested in becoming a PPAI Affinity Partner? As a partner you will be visible to over 16,000 company members. Learn more about our program and the process by downloading the Affinity Partner Brochure at the link below. Once you are ready to start the process, complete the Prospective Partner Application linked below, for review by PPAI staff.