Harper + Scott (PPAI 626454, D10) has joined The Legacy Group as the buying group’s latest distributor partner.
The Partnership
Harper + Scott, based in New York City with offices in Guangzhou, China, was founded in 2014 by Michael Scott Cohen and Jon Alagem. The company works with a range of high-profile clients – among them Netflix, Sephora and Tim Hortons – to design, produce and deliver branded merchandise. In December, the firm partnered with Chick-fil-A to launch the restaurant’s first branded apparel line.
- In 2020, Harper + Scott earned its B Corporation certification. The designation denotes a business that has met high standards of verified performance, accountability and transparency in factors ranging from employee benefits and charitable giving to supply chain practices and input materials.
The Legacy Group is an alliance of 10 industry distributors that collaborate to drive innovation and creativity across the group. Founded in 2000, it counts more than 70 promotional products suppliers in its preferred vendor network.
- Along with Harper + Scott, the Legacy Group’s distributor partners include Concepts & Associates, Concord Marketing Solutions, Eagle Promotions, Genumark, Harper + Scott, John Michael Associates, Mercury Promotions & Fulfillment, PromoShop, Target Marketing Group and The Brandit Agency.
- The Legacy Group’s members represent more than $300 million in revenue.
In Their Words
“Harper + Scott is a terrific addition to The Legacy Group as our combined effort will enhance our impact, challenge each other and drive forward a culture of innovation that puts people and the planet first – we will be better together,” says Patti Brose, executive director of The Legacy Group.
Cohen, co-founder and CEO of Harper + Scott, says, “The Harper + Scott team is excited to join The Legacy Group and partner with other industry-leading distributors. We look forward to combining our resources, expertise, and shared values to drive innovation and expansion across the industry.”
