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Spokane Distributor Displaced by Wildfire
Brayden Jessen of Zome Design has not been able to return to his house, though his company is running normally so far. He’s now planning a fundraiser to help those who’ve lost everything.
Top Stories
4imprint Lifts Outlook Amid Modest Revenue Growth
The largest distributor in promo increased revenue by 1% during the first half of 2026, according to newly released half-year earnings.
Promo Insiders: The Data Behind Promo’s Uneven Second Quarter
ASI’s Nate Kucsma and Hannah Rosenberger break down the promotional products industry’s 2.5% second quarter sales growth – and why some distributors thrived while others struggled.
Cintas Announces Executive Leadership Restructuring
The Counselor Top 40 distributor separated its CEO and president roles, with Todd Schneider remaining CEO and Jim Rozakis promoted up to president.
25 US States Sue the Trump Administration Over New Global Tariffs
The suit, led by New York’s governor and attorney general, claims the administration enacted the most recent levies as a pretext to replace old tariffs.
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BDA Appoints Kristin Massoth National Account Director of Sports & Entertainment Licensing
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Koozie Group Adds Kai Link to Suite of AI Tools
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This Week’s New Suppliers: Unique & Memorable Giveaways
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Editor’s Picks: Smart Sweatshirts & Fleece
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Vapor Apparel Announces Partnership With P3 To Expand West Coast Distribution & Fulfillment
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Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Supplier Snapshots
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News
ASI Show Chicago 2026: Product Showcase Winners
These new and trending items made the biggest impact on attendees at ASI Show Chicago.
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: New Promo for a New Month
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Versatile Lanyards
Branded lanyards are a staple for conferences, trade shows, schools and workplaces alike.
SanMar Introduces 170 New Fall Styles
The Counselor Top 40 supplier’s seasonal launch spans 22 brands including MiiR, Flexfit and more.
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BAMKO Grows Q2 Revenue by 6.2%
The Counselor Top 40 distributor parent company, SGC, released its second-quarter earnings on Tuesday.
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TSC Acquires Kreative Marketing Kompany
The acquisition gives the distributor a foothold in northeast Ohio.
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In The News - August 2026
Bob Lilly Promotions (asi/254138) , a Counselor Best Place to Work, launched a redesigned website. The goal is to make finding and ordering branded corporate faster and clearer for businesses of...
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Nadel Acquires All Branded Group, Expanding Presence in Australia
The Counselor Top 40 distributor says the acquisition will help give its clients greater global reach and more powerful promotional products solutions.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
Is Your Business Ready for California’s Textile Waste Law?
California’s landmark extended producer responsibility legislation passed a key deadline earlier this month. Experts urge promo companies to make preparations now before full implementation of the ...
Sustainability
Gemline Adds LifeStraw to Portfolio of Purpose-Driven Retail Brands
A curated assortment of the brand’s hydration and reusable drinkware solutions are part of the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s Fall 2026 collection.
Sustainability
Q&A: Why Product-Level Impact Reporting Is Crucial
William Fairley, founder and commercial lead of Zilch, explains why the promotional products industry needs to embrace measurable sustainability solutions.
Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Distributor Snapshots
Key characteristics stand out with distributors of varying sizes.
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Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Revealing Economic Indicators
We used State of the Industry findings, ASI Research metrics and broader economic data to determine if these well-worn business clichés hold up.
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Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Top Markets for Promotional Products Sales
In a complicated economic year, some verticals thrived while others took a step back.
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Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Top Promotional Products Categories
Among the most-sold product categories, apparel continues to dominate.
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Counselor State of the Industry 2026: Ease Cost Pressures
Sourcing agility and robust forecasting are helping suppliers weather pricing uncertainty.
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