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Goldstar Announces East Coast Fulfillment Center & New Website Platform as Part of ‘Strategic Expansion’
The announcement comes just a couple weeks after the Counselor Top 40 supplier said it would transition away from an all-inclusive pricing model.
Top Stories
Boundless Inks a Deal To Acquire Wet Paint Group
The Counselor Top 40 distributor says the deal will enhance its onsite brand experience and event activation capabilities.
‘Proof Over Promises’: 2nd Annual Sustainable Merch Summit Celebrates Promo’s Progress
On Earth Day, industry leaders gathered for honest conversations on sustainability certifications, transparency and growth.
Cutter & Buck Parent Company Reports 6.6% Growth
New Wave Group, the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s Swedish owner, said sport and leisure sales grew by 0.9%, with Cutter & Buck’s organic growth contributing to that figure.
Obituary: Norman Cohn, ASI Chairman Emeritus
Cohn, who spent his life helping to shape and grow the promotional products industry, will be remembered for his compassion, kindness and humble leadership.
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6 Ways To Provide a Streamlined Client Experience
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In The News - April 2026
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S&S Activewear Becomes Exclusive Provider of Select Legends Apparel Styles
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Botanical PaperWorks Releases 2nd ESG Report
Product Hub
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Unstoppable New Products
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Dynamic Banners & Flags
Whether at small businesses or large-scale events, these vibrant banners and flags are ideal for making client branding stand out in a crowd.
SanMar Appoints Chantelle McCall and Barb Herman to VP Roles
McCall will lead inside sales and sales operations, while Herman will serve as vice president of outside sales.
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Gemline Highlights Carbon Accountability, Supply Chain Traceability in 2025 CSR Report
The Counselor Top 40 supplier took steps to improve its use of preferred materials, track its carbon footprint and strengthen supply chain transparency.
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Bobby Lehew Will Oversee AI Initiatives at Commonsku in Newly Created Role
As chief AI officer, Lehew will “own the intelligence loop” between customers, product and the AI landscape.
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U.S. Government Launches Online Portal for Tariff Refunds
Trade experts caution that payouts will take time and will require businesses to ‘jump through hoops.’
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Sherry Gantt Joins Giant Media as VP of Strategic Partnerships
Gantt previously held executive sales roles at several promo suppliers and distributors.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
Fields Manufacturing Launches Recycled Ocean Plastic Line
The supplier has partnered with MBRC the ocean, a nonprofit focused on ocean cleanups and sustainability education.
Sustainability
Storm Creek Raised $549,000 for Charity in 2025
In its just-released 2025 sustainability report, the supplier also noted that it’s on track to recycle 85 million postconsumer plastic bottles by the end of 2026.
Sustainability
Sustainability in Print: What’s Driving Progress
Regulation, consumer demand and innovation are pushing printers toward more credible, scalable, eco-friendly practices – despite ongoing challenges.
HPG Commits To Making Bestselling Pen From Recycled Plastic
It’s one of several highlights in the Counselor Top 40 supplier’s just-released 2025 sustainability report.
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Big Markets 2026: Emerging Markets
Here’s where forward-thinking distributors should focus now to secure long-term, high-growth promotional opportunities.
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Big Markets 2026: Finance
A growing demand for wealth management services is creating new avenues for growth in this trust-driven sector.
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Big Markets 2026: Real Estate
A new period of stabilization is giving agents and brokerages the opportunity to deepen client relationships and stretch their marketing budgets.
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Big Markets 2026: Healthcare
This fast-growing market is still ripe for targeting – but not without its challenges.
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