TOP LARGE COMPANIES (More than 75 employees)
American Solutions For Business (PPAI 101656, D12)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Glenwood, Minnesota
Founded: 1981
Top Executives: Larry Zavadil, founder and CEO Justin Zavadil, president
Employees: 319
Website: americanbus.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated, new ideas welcome, efficient operations
What employees say: “I feel very empowered in my role and motivated to do my best. The company culture has allowed me flexibility to create a great work/home life balance that I greatly appreciate. I also am very confident in the leadership and appreciate the transparency and communication regarding how our business is doing overall.”
Barker Specialty (PPAI 102001, D7)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Cheshire, Connecticut
Founded: 1951
Top Executives: Gerry Barker, president; JoAnn Goodloe, COO; Darlene Bowen, CFO
Employees: 94
Website: barkerspecialty.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, opportunities to learn and grow, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “The company really invests in your success and helps you gain the knowledge you need. There are a lot of tools in place to help and people willing to lead and support when needed. Additionally, we have a great work culture where staff get together outside of work to enjoy shared experiences!”
Boundless (PPAI 267078, D11)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Austin, Texas
Founded: 2005
Top Executives: Dave Klotter, CEO; Huntley Tarrant, COO; Ethan Rudin, CFO; Todd Praisner, CTO
Employees: 122
Website: boundlessnetwork.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, confidence in the future, tools and training provided, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “Being Boundless is truly a really rich culture of friendship, support, ambition, creativity, knowledge and fun. It’s easy to be into your job when you have good directives from leadership, work with awesome people and make really inspiring projects!”
Brilliant (PPAI 658682, D9)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: San Francisco, California
Founded: 2015
Top Executives: Millie Tadewaldt, founder and CEO; Lindsay Cohen, COO; Michael McGrath, CFO
Employees: 80
Website: brilliantmade.com
Survey Results: Confidence in the future, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated, good pay and benefits, tools and training provided
What employees say: “Brilliant allows me to be creative while also being a critical thinker and problem solver. I have an incredible work/life balance and am excited for the growth I will experience here. Brilliant is a group of ‘yes’ people who always put the client first.”
Cap America (PPAI 111597, S10)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Fredericktown, Missouri
Founded: 1985
Top Executives: Mark Gammon, CEO; Curtis Carr, CFO; John Cooper, CIO
Employees: 321
Website: capamerica.com
Survey Results: Well-informed about important company decisions, good pay and benefits, employees feel appreciated, flexibility to manage work and personal life, confidence in the future
What employees say: “Things are constantly growing and changing, and it’s not really a burden because everyone wants to see our company succeed. The leadership team and the employee committees do a great job of keeping everyone informed of what is planned ahead of time, along with how it will impact individuals as well as the company as a whole.”
Edwards Garment (PPAI 198530, S11)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Founded: 1867
Top Executives: Jose Gomez, president and CEO; Gary Schultz, chairman and CEO
Employees: 180
Website: edwardsgarment.com
Survey Results: Efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, training and tools provided, good pay and benefits, new ideas welcome
What employees say: “Edwards Garment allows each of their employees flexibility, creativity and freedom within every position. Their culture is supportive, collaborative, innovative and motivating. There is an emphasis on well-informed about important company decisions and transparency.”
ePromos Promotional Products (PPAI 212648, D11)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Founded: 1998
Top Executives: Tamara Borello, COO; Steven Stanley, CTO; Jeff Pinsky, co-founder and executive vice president
Employees: 143
Website: epromos.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, opportunities to learn and grow, confidence in leadership
What employees say: “Due to the supportive culture, opportunities for growth and development, and positive relationships with colleagues and management, I feel valued and appreciated and a sense of pride working at ePromos.”
Facilisgroup (PPAI 493664, A00)
Category: Business Services
Headquarters: Brentwood, Missouri
Founded: 2006
Top Executive: Ashley McCune, president
Employees: 114
Website: facilisgroup.com
Survey Results: Efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisionss, good pay and benefits, training and tools provided, confident in the future, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “Everyone here works hard. Everyone here loves to learn. … Facilis seriously creates a good team atmosphere and hires intentionally selected bright minds that work well together. Culture is everything, and this business will proceed to grow exponentially because of it.”
Gemline (PPAI 113948, S11)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Lawrence, Massachusetts
Founded: 1958
Top Executives: Chair, Jonathan Isaacson; Frank Carpenito, president and CEO
Employees: 371
Website: gemline.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, employees feel appreciated, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, confidence in the future
What employees say: “This is a company where your ideas and opinion matter. You will be provided with the opportunity to learn and grow. We are a growing company and well known to promote from within.”
GO2 Partners (PPAI 240324, D7)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Des Plaines, Illinois
Founded: 1995
Top Executives: James O’Brien, CEO; Philip Russell, CTO; Michael Del Chiaro, managing partner
Employees: 172
Website: go2partners.com
Survey Results: Efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, training and tools provided, good pay and benefits, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “Working at this company is a positive and fulfilling experience. The culture, training, development and employee engagement all contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment where employees feel valued and encouraged to grow and develop.”
Goldstar (PPAI 649357, S10)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: San Diego, California
Founded: 1970
Top Executives: Howard Cubberly, global general manager; Lane Hokanson, global marketing manager
Employees: 177
Website: simplygoldstar.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, confidence in the future, employees feel appreciated, efficient operations
What employees say: “It’s a great organization that is highly dependent on remote work and international collaboration. I personally am able to work 100% remotely and am well respected by my peers and upper-level management. We have great benefits and growth opportunities for those who want it.”
HPG (PPAI 110772, S11)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Braintree, Massachusetts
Founded: 2017
Top Executives: Chris Anderson, CEO; Sankalp Navjivan, COO; Kim Hayes, CFO; Trina Bicknell, CRO
Employees: 498
Website: hpgbrands.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, efficient operations, training and tools provided, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “Working with a company that supports my strong values and morals appeals to me. I like my job, and I like the staff. There is plenty of room for growth and opportunity, and I do feel genuinely appreciated for the work that I do.”
Indoff (PPAI 225638, D7)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri
Founded: 1971
Top Executives: John Ross, chairman; Jim Malkus, CEO; Jeff Ross, president; Julie Frank, executive vice president and CFO; Shawn Faulkingham, CIO; Colin Faulkingham, CTO
Employees: 92
Website: indoff.com
Survey Results: Good benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, efficient operations, opportunities to learn and grow, new ideas welcome
What employees say: “This is a great company with valued access to vendors and products. They give me the ability to make my own decisions on how best to serve our customers and the tools to do so. I only wish I had started to work with them earlier in my career!”
Logomark (PPAI 110898, S11)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Tustin, California
Founded: 1993
Top Executives: Trevor Gnesin, owner; Clive Goldberg, COO; Vernon Eintracht, CTO
Employees: 109
Website: logomark.com
Survey Results: Good benefits, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated, strong values and ethics
What employees say: “I have been able to grow my career and have created deep and lasting friendships with my coworkers. There is a passion for growth and excellence and a focus on improving all aspects of the company, which I appreciate. We have excellent products that we stand behind.”
Orbus Visual Communications (PPAI 428128, S7)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Woodridge, Illinois
Founded: 2001
Top Executives: Gary Keefer, CEO
Employees: 226
Website: orbus.com
Survey Results: Good pay, efficient operations, training and tools provided, employees feel appreciated, flexibility to manage work and personal life
What employees say: “We are consistently innovating and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in design and fabrication. I feel valued by the company and enjoy working with some of the most talented individuals in the industry.”
Outdoor Cap (PPAI 213485, S10)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Bentonville, Arkansas
Founded: 1977
Top Executives: Paul Mahan, founder; Jeanelle Harris, president and CEO
Employees: 249
Website: promo.outdoorcap.com
Survey Results: Efficient operations, good pay, training and tools provided, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “A great company to work for that aligns with my own values. Good benefits, people, and I truly feel appreciated for the work I do.”
Proforma (PPAI 196835, D13)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Independence, Ohio
Founded: 1978
Top Executives: Greg Muzzillo, founder; Vera Muzzillo, CEO; Doug Kordel, president; Brian Carothers, CTO; Stan Maxwell, CSO
Employees: 163
Website: proforma.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, tools and training provided, efficient operations, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “Working at Proforma has provided me with countless opportunities for growth that I would have never had at any other place of employment. I’ve been in roles at multiple levels at Proforma, and I can say emphatically that the culture we cultivate at Proforma is second to none.”
PromoShop (PPAI 204997, D11)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Los Angeles, California
Founded: 1998
Top Executives: Memo Kahan, president; Kate Alavez, COO
Employees: 98
Website: promoshopinc.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, training and tools provided, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, confidence in the future
What employees say: “We have a unique culture. If you want to have your voice heard, it will be heard. You are encouraged to share your goals, successes, mistakes, etc. Very creative and cares very much about their employees. They are there to help you succeed.”
Quality Resource Group (PPAI 159353, D10)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Plymouth, Minnesota
Founded: 1964
Top Executives: Todd Pottebaum, president; Deenis Pottebaum, chairman; Dan Luk, COO; Paul Andresen, CFO; Dwaine Heckes, CDO
Employees: 115
Website: quality-resource.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, training and tools provided, new ideas welcome
What employees say: “A solid company with management that does truly care about its employees and is always striving to do right by them. Even if all decisions don’t turn out to be perfect, mistakes are acknowledged and remedied to whatever extent they can be.”
SAGE (PPAI 100001, A6)
Category: Business Services
Headquarters: Addison, Texas
Founded: 1992
Top Executives: Eric Natinsky, CEO; David Natinsky, president
Employees: 132
Website: sageworld.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, new ideas welcome, efficient operation, confidence in the future, employees feel appreciated
What employees say: “SAGE is a great place to work. The company really cares about its employees. Here, we are all family starting from the top … down to our newest hires. Communication, compensation and flexibility for work-life balance – we’ve got it here!”
Staples Promotional Products (PPAI 108945, D15)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Overland Park, Kansas
Founded: 1991
Top Executive: Daron Hines, president
Employees: 1,255
Website: staplespromo.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, training and tools provided, employees feel appreciated, well-informed about important company decisions
What employees say: “Staples Promotional Products is an amazing company to work for. It has provided so many opportunities for growth throughout my career here. This company appreciates their associates and gives us enough flexibility to promote a healthy work/life balance. The leadership team is outstanding and works with synergy to provide a clear direction for the company.”
Stormtech (PPAI 260245, S4)
Category: Supplier
Headquarters: Burnaby, British Columbia
Founded: 1977
Top Executives: Blake Annable, founder and president
Employees: 156
Website: stormtechperformance.com
Survey Results: Good pay and benefits, efficient operations, well-informed about important company decisions, employees feel appreciated, confidence in the future
What employees say: “Stormtech is a fabulous place to work, full of great and welcoming people. They clearly value their employees, listening intently to their insight and ideas, as well as properly recognizing individuals and groups for their efforts. They provide a flexible and inclusive environment for all people.”
Summit Group (PPAI 105050, D10)
Category: Distributor
Headquarters: Silver Spring, Maryland
Founded: 1969
Top Executives: Michael Harper, CEO; Scott Smith, COO; Mark Zapanta, CFO; David Capano, CGO; Dana Hall, CPO; Denis Harper, vice chairman and owner
Employees: 111
Website: summitmg.com
Survey Results: Training and tools provided, employees feel appreciated, good pay and benefits, well-informed about important company decisions, opportunities to learn and grow
What employees say: “While knowing that work is important, Summit always recognizes we are all individuals with real lives, friends and families. They make it easy to have the best work-life balance while always keeping us excited about work and this industry every day.”
