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Goldstar Launches One Purchase Order Global Solution
The Counselor Top 40 supplier said SimplyGlobal enables distributors to place and manage multiregion orders with a single PO.
Price Hikes Loom for Promo Drinkware & Other Categories as Trump Raises Steel & Aluminum Tariffs
On June 4, the president increased the levy rate on imported steel and aluminum articles and derivatives from 25% to 50% for nearly every nation.
The Pebble Group Reports Revenue Growth for 2024
The publicly traded firm is the parent company to promo software provider Facilisgroup and global distributor Brand Addition.
Commonsku Hosts CEO Summit
The invitation-only event brought together promo executives for learning, visioning and collaboration, organizers said.
4imprint’s Order Count Falls as the Firm Predicts ‘Supply Chain Disruption, Higher Product Costs’
Promo’s largest distributor also noted on May 21 that revenue and average order values were comparable to the prior year through the first four mon...
Gildan Hits 77% Sustainable Cotton Sourcing, According to 2024 ESG Report
The Counselor Top 40 supplier also noted reductions in water intensity and increased sourcing of recycled polyester among last year’s achievements.
PPAI Hosts NALC in Chicago
The annual executive event featured two full days of programming at the Sofitel Magnificent Mile.
PCNA Partners With Strideline To Expand Sock Offerings
The supplier is offering two full-sublimation unisex styles to customers.
Stanley Drinkware Faces New Legal Challenges Over Defective Lids & Lead Concerns
PMI, Stanley’s parent company, is facing proposed class action lawsuits following a December 2024 recall and, separately, revelations over lead in ...
SanMar, Genumark Recognized as Best Managed Companies
The program, with iterations in the U.S. and Canada, honors noteworthy private companies.
ASI Media’s 2025 Salespeople of the Year
These are the solution-weaving sales all-stars propelling big business in promo.
Gemline Offers FSC-Certified Moleskine Notebooks
The move strengthens the Counselor Top 40 B Corp-certified supplier’s commitment to product responsibility, company leaders said.
PPPC Hosts Inaugural ‘Catalyst’ Event
The conference in Victoria, BC, welcomed 65 attendees from across North America for high-level education, thought sharing and networking.
SRG Decarbonization Project Will Reduce Scope 1 Emissions Over 40% by 2027
The Counselor Top 40 supplier shared a case study on installing hybrid heat pumps at its Markham, ON, facility in its recently released 2024 Impact...
Starline Partners With Drinkware Maker Symglass
The Counselor Top 40 firm said it will be offering Symglass’ shatterproof, BPA-free products, which are made from renewable plant-based materials, ...
Gemline & XD Connects Launch New Cross-Continental Merch Fulfillment Program
TransAtlantic Advantage aims to allow distributors to provide eco-friendly identical promo products in North America and Europe, without the comple...
Sales Compensation Survey: The Latest Trends in Rep Commission and Benefits
Slow industry sales and a reversal in the labor market have spurred a surprising resurgence in commission. Our annual survey also looks at sales re...
Gildan Reports 2.3% Sales Growth in Q1 2025, Driven by Activewear Performance
Despite marketplace headwinds, the Counselor Top 40 supplier predicts that it will increase sales over the whole of the year as well.