Case Study: Where Has Your Pen Been?
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Products Javalina Splash(r) Pen Industry Technology Application Contest An internet company created a branded website for a promotion called “Where has your pen been?”...
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Jul 29
Description: Set of 4 Measuring Cups Industry: Hospitality / Tourism What it was purchased for: A casino in the Milwaukee area wanted to spice up a "normal giveaway" with a theme. They had come t...
Continue ReadingWhat's The Deal With These Products?!
Jul 7
The tradition of using promotional products dates back to the 1700s, when campaign buttons were first created for President George Washington. These pins were a groundbreaking success-they were aff...
Continue ReadingIndustry Deep Dive: Pet Industry
Jun 22
The pet industry is booming, with more and more people welcoming furry friends into their homes every year. In fact, according to the American Pet Products Association, Americans spent a whopping $...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Practice Putting
Jun 15
2 Ball Pillow Pack – Titleist(r) TruFeel for Non-Profit Event When a non-profit had to cancel their annual fundraising dinner due to Coronavirus, a golf course donated their clubhouse patio ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping it All Together
May 23
Objective: An insurance company wanted to send new customers home with a special gift and a way to keep their new insurance policy documentation organized. Product: Insurance Document Pouch & Fu...
Continue ReadingIndustry Deep Dive: Salons & Spas
May 9
Salons and spas are part of a booming industry that continues to grow yearly as the demand for beauty and wellness services is at an all-time high. From haircuts and manicures to massages and facia...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Charity Fundraiser
Apr 24
The organizer of a charity fundraiser wanted to add an element of fun and excitement to their door prize giveaways. As each guest arrived, they were given a Mardi Gras Jubilee pen and instructions ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips
Mar 25
A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Not-So-Silly Idea
Mar 3
An insurance company signed up to be the “hydration” sponsor for a fun and colorful 5K run/walk for charity. The race was popular in the community because it was known as a vibrant, fun...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass
Jan 18
The NY Yankees wanted to create special commemorative bottles to celebrate Derek Jeter's accomplishments at Yankee Stadium. They chose 150 magnum-sized (1.5L) bottles with a special logo and Jeter'...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's in the Bag
Nov 19, 2025
Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Travel Industry
Oct 28, 2025
The travel industry is packed full of niche places to introduce promotional products. From places to stay to things to do, if you're part of this industry, there are so many opportunities for brand...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Plastics Make it Possible
Oct 13, 2025
Description: Oasis Recycled Bottle Pen Industry: Chemicals What it was purchased for: Trade Show Giveaways How it was distributed: A chemical company needed something to give away at a tradeshow...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Rock out on the Run
Sep 28, 2025
Description: Earbuds With a Wristband Industry: Marathon What it was purchased for: A sponsor was looking for an item or items that runners/walkers could be given at the race that they could use ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!
May 27, 2025
Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the studen...
Continue ReadingCase Study: College Fair Giveaway
May 13, 2025
Description: 4" Mini Plush Buddies Frog with Shirt Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A community college was looking for a giveaway item to have at their booth for the upcoming colle...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Look, Ma, No Hands!
Apr 29, 2025
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their bud...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sign the Deal
Apr 22, 2025
In the fall, a car dealership introduced a new model and promoted it to potential customers. The car dealer purchased a mailing list and merged it with its own database. The Ranger Stylus Sati...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keep it Cooler
Apr 1, 2025
Description: Dual Compartment Cooler Bag Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: An annual company picnic for employees and their families. Each year they give thei...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Cheese-y Promotion
Mar 4, 2025
Objective: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. Product: Coupon Gatefold Photo Folder Personalization: R...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Weather is Snow Joke
Feb 25, 2025
Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip....
Continue ReadingCase Study: Let the Games Begin!
Feb 18, 2025
Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A
Jan 20, 2025
Organization Tanning Salon Product Featured Polyester Lanyard Goal of Promotion To create new clients for salon Description of Case History A tanning salon wanted a creative way to give ou...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Stuff
Jan 6, 2025
Description: Rumba Pen Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: An automotive supplier wanted to make their name visible in automotive stores around the country. How it was distributed: P...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Nothing Better Than a Cozy Teddy
Dec 30, 2024
Description: Plush Big Paw Bear with Shirt Industry: Insurance What it was purchased for: Insurance is a product/service that most end-users or targets do not like to talk about. It is a necessar...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Dec 16, 2024
A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company cho...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Put That on Your Calendar!
Nov 23, 2024
Objective: A local insurance agent wanted a way to connect with her customers and capture new leads with a useful promotional item that would also boost her personal branding and promote her serv...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bringing Back the Fanny Pack
Aug 29, 2024
Market: Entertainment Product Use: Gift With Purchase Promotion: A major theme park chose the Safeguard Security Waist Belt as a gift with purchase for customers who bought season passes. The w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Yes, We Can!
Jul 31, 2024
Description: Kan-Tastic Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Fast-food chain giveaway for college football night. How it was distributed: The vendor handed the Kan-Tastic out a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Prom Ticket Keepsake
Jul 24, 2024
A Prom Ticket Keepsake Organization High School Product Featured Neoprene Bracelet Goal of Promotion Issuing prom tickets ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Work it Out!
Jul 9, 2024
A nationwide insurance company shifted their employees out of their field offices to at-home workspaces due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Their HR team was tasked with providing a team appreciation ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: 3D is the Key
Jul 2, 2024
A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of p...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Golfer Giveaway
Jun 18, 2024
Objective An event organizer wanted consistent branding for everything from their tournament save the dates to golfer giveaways. Products Custom Tri-Fold Calendar, A2 (4-1/4" x 5-1/2") Folded Pr...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Let Them Eat Cake!
Apr 6, 2024
Objective A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry. But they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Pro...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Shop 'til You Drop
Mar 30, 2024
A shopping mall was holding a late-winter promotion to increase traffic during typically slower months. Visitors to the complex received a "passport" to take to different stores within the mall for...
Continue ReadingBraving Campground Antics with the SAHARA Sports Bottle
Mar 16, 2024
Camping isn't always a vacation, y'all. Seasonal KOA(r) Work Kampers help KOA owners wrangle feisty RV transients (a.k.a. retirees) for their supper. The least they deserve is a free RV hookup&he...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Stick to the Schedule
Feb 16, 2024
Industry: Hospitality Personalization: A small sandwich shop wanted to increase their business during lunch hour. Their target market was people who worked near their restaurant. Method of Distri...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Comforting Friend
Jan 24, 2024
This ambulance service is very active in its local community. They use this plush Saint Bernard for children faced with the trauma of when an ambulance is needed. They consider their Saint Bernard ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Jan 9, 2024
Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wante...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Big Picture
Jan 2, 2024
Description: Coupon Photo Folder Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repea...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?
Nov 26, 2023
Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Resort Incentive Yields Oceans of Opportunity
Aug 21, 2023
A five-star resort that frequently hosts corporate events for Fortune 500 companies wanted to reach out to corporate guests to entice them to return for family vacations. The goal was for the guest...
Continue ReadingCase Study: These Calendars Aren't Week
Jul 16, 2023
Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sharper Students
Jun 24, 2023
Description: Pencil Sharpener Industry: Construction What it was purchased for: A shipyard in a major city harbor has advocates who go out to local schools to promote shipbuilding. These advocate...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Shine Bright
Jun 16, 2023
Description: Sunglasses and Sunglass Case Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Summer is a big opportunity for coffee chains to sell frozen drinks. Part of an employee reward duri...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Snap a Pic!
Jun 2, 2023
Objective: A large photography studio wanted a better welcome kit for their wedding clients than just a few loose flyers. Product: Mini Horizontal Pocket Folder Personalization: The photography s...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Way
May 25, 2023
Item: WideBody(r) Message Pen Purpose: Inform people about range of services Audience: Clients and general public A chiropractic office wanted to inform clients and others about their range o...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions
May 10, 2023
Clever Meets Subtle: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions Organization: Department Store Product Featured: Lanyard with Vinyl Pouch Goal of Promotion: Promoting Store Sales Description of Case ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile
Apr 4, 2023
Description: Foldable Chair Industry: Education/Sports What it was purchased for: A high school wanted to purchase an item they could resell to the parents in the spirit shop for fundraising doll...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Insuring Happy Employees
Mar 14, 2023
Item: JAFFA(r) Round Zinc Coaster Purpose: End of year gifts for employees Audience: Insurance firm employees An insurance firm had a particularly prosperous year and wanted to give employees en...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business
Feb 20, 2023
Product: Gel Stress Toy Client: Health Food Store What it was purchased for: As a gift to reward customers for spending over a certain amount. Why it worked: The gel stress toy which, unlike the...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Jot It Down
Jan 16, 2023
Description: Mini Flip Pad Jotter Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: An investment firm wanted to promote their new financial blog to their existing customers with a memorable branded...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Improve Sales and Traffic
Dec 2, 2022
A hotel wanted to promote its amenities to guests in a personable, yet non-intrusive manner. The goal was to encourage guests to utilize hotel amenities instead of going off-site to fulfill their n...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Safety First
Oct 11, 2022
Product: Auto Safety Kit Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: As a gift to anyone who opened a new bank account for over $1,000.00. How it was distributed: The bank was looking for a bra...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Raise Your Glass!
Sep 11, 2022
Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Piece of Cake
Sep 3, 2022
Objective: A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry, but they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Produc...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Paw-se and Appreciate the Little Things
Aug 12, 2022
Description: Big Paw Bear Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A senior living community was looking for holiday gifts for their residents. How it was distributed: W...
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