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Christopher Ruvo

  • Executive Editor, News & Content Strategy

Chris spearheads ASI Media’s news coverage, leading the creation of daily articles, in-depth feature reports, podcasts and videos that tackle the most important topics in the promo products industry. His writing and multi-media work has earned numerous regional and national awards, including the 2019 and 2022 Neal Awards for “Best Range of Work By A Single Author.”

SanMar Names New CFO

Top 40 supplier SanMar (asi/84863) announced Monday that Paul Whyatt has joined the...

3M Reports Q3 Sales Jump

3M, parent company of Top 40 supplier 3M/Promotional Markets (asi/91240), reported...

Wind-Up Musical Toys Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall on wind-up musical...

'Thumbs Down Guy' To Get Bobblehead

It has been a banner year for promotional bobbleheads in the world of professional...

Gemini Industries Acquires F&H Ribbon Co.

Roxana, IL-based Gemini Industries (asi/56100) has acquired Texas-headquartered...

Cooler Works With App To Toss Beers & Other Cans

Dear World, You can stop inventing stuff now. There's no need. The pinnacle of human...

HanesBrands Acquires Alternative Apparel, Announces Q3 Results

North Carolina-based HanesBrands (asi/59528) announced Wednesday that it has acquired...

HanesBrands Acquires Alternative Apparel, Announces Preliminary Q3 Results

North Carolina-based HanesBrands (asi/59528) announced Wednesday that it has acquired...

Proforma Launches 600th Client E-Commerce Store

Proforma (asi/300094) announced Monday that it has launched its 600th client...

Office Depot Acquires Complete Office Solutions

Office Depot has purchased Complete Office Solutions (formerly asi/166123), a...

Obituary: Larry Cole, Gotcha! Mobile Solutions

Larry Cole, a much-loved and respected sales leader in the promotional products...

California Chemical Warning Rules Cause Headaches for Promo Firms

New chemical warning regulations for consumer products in California are drawing...

Innovation Watch: Hemp & Apparel History in the Making

The times they are a-changing, as Bob once sang. Look no further than a landmark...

California Wildfires Causing Major Disruption For Promo Companies

Widespread wildfires in California are wreaking havoc on the business operations and...

Hosiery Waste Turned to Products in Gildan Sustainability Initiative

Top 40 supplier Gildan Activewear (asi/56842) has partnered with an eco-conscious...

Is A New Disrupter Emerging In Athletic Wear?

Under Armour revolutionized the athletic apparel market. Could WOLACO be the next big t...

Maxx Marketing Lands Warner Bros. Deal

Maxx Marketing (asi/264427) has inked a multi-year global agreement that grants the...

CPSC Announces Two Recalls

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently issued separate recalls on infant...

VELCRO Says Trademark Used Improperly in Promo Industry

Velcro Companies is urging consumers and businesses, including suppliers and...

Washington Capitals' Gravy Boat Giveaway is Promo Gold

The Washington Capitals will be doing their bit to moisten overcooked turkeys this...

Rebrand for HALO’s Michael C. Fina Recognition

A global rewards, recognition and incentives provider that Top 40 distributor HALO...

Hanesbrands Appoints New CFO

An experienced financial executive will soon take over as chief financial officer at...

Image of Potential New U.S. Men’s World Cup Jersey Leaked Online

The Internet has gone and done it again: Something that wasn't supposed to be public...

Bass Pro Shops Acquires Cabela’s

Missouri-headquartered Bass Pro Shops has completed the acquisition of rival outdoor...

Cintas Reveals Strong Q1 Results

Cintas Corp., parent company of Top 40 distributor Cintas (asi/162167) , announced...