PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
In 2019, Incentive Concepts (PPAI 212912, S10) acquired supplier Elite Creations with its brand-name products, such as Kate Spade New York and Magic Chef.
The company positioned itself for further growth with its 2021 acquisition of KLF Group, a Canada-based, full-service rewards provider. With Incentive Concepts located in St. Louis, Missouri, the two operate as sister companies managing business in the U.S. and Canada respectively.
It earned employee happiness points in this year’s PPAI 100 for its spot on the PPAI Magazine Greatest Companies To Work For list in 2019.
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
In 1983, Innovation Line (PPAI 112179, S7) got its start in a founder’s garage. Today, the California-based supplier is an industry leader with hundreds of employees serving clients’ promotional marketing needs.
The supplier calls itself an expert in technology, printing equipment and physical plant infrastructure. Innovation Line consistently receives positive reviews for its customer service, product quality and problem resolution, with A+ ratings and five stars ratings. While thankful for the accolades, Innovation Line says, “nothing gets our team more excited than a ‘thank you’ email from an appreciative distributor who was able to close a deal due to our creativity and flexibility.”
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
Like some other industry suppliers, Koozie Group (PPAI 114187, S13) is working to reduce its reliance on products made in China. In a recent article in PPAI Magazine, Pierre Montaubin, senior vice president of product management and sourcing said of the company’s spend in Asia, 90% of it is still coming from China. In comparison, in 2016-2017, it was 97%. Over the past few years, some production has been moved from China to Vietnam, Bangladesh and India, and the company has considered Mexico as an alternative source.
In environmental matters, since late 2020, the supplier has been working with a third-party to conduct impartial end-user surveys to identify what it calls KG Factor items, products designed to lessen environmental impact through longevity. The initiative is part of Koozie Group’s product strategy around its sustainability commitment called Keep It. Give It. Today, 77% of its product assortment – a total of 1,944 items – has earned the KG Factor designation. The company’s goal was originally to reach the 50% mark by 2024.
PPAI 100 is an exclusive, research-backed ranking of the 50 leading distributors and the 50 leading suppliers in the promotional products industry. Companies are scored based on a variety of metrics.
As industry-leading supplier (PPAI 110898, S11) solidifies its place on the inaugural PPAI 100 list, the California-based supplier was one of 67 promo businesses to grace PPAI’s Greatest Companies To Work For list in 2023. In 2022, Logomark was awarded a Silver Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis, a universal sustainability ratings provider.
Most recently, the supplier has made major leadership changes. In February, Clive Goldberg, formerly the company’s chief operating officer, took over as president. Former president Trevor Gnesin will remain with Logomark as CEO/chairman. Goldberg’s tenure officially began March 1.
“I am very excited about my new role with Logomark,” Goldberg says. “Leading the executive management team has been a fulfilling experience as we continue to be creative, innovative and focused on the future.”