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Refunds? Price Cuts? What the Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling Could Mean for Your Business
The highest court struck down many of Trump’s tariffs, but a new global tariff and ongoing policy shifts are leading to uncertainty among promo companies.
Top Stories
Gildan Reports Record Fourth Quarter, Nearly 11% Sales Growth for 2025
The jump in sales includes contributions from HanesBrands, which the Counselor Top 40 supplier officially acquired in December.
PCNA, ETS Express Selected as the Exclusive Providers of Stanley 1913 Products to the Industry
Counselor Top 40 supplier PCNA first partnered with the retail brand in 2023; the agreement is new for ETS Express, an independent subsidiary of PCNA.
Branding Together: What Has Print on Demand Made Possible?
Co-hosts Theresa Hegel and Cassie Green asked the experts onsite at Stahls’ Fulfill Engine POD Conference for their insights into how the technology has changed the print and promo industries in th...
Promo Insiders: Building Retail Brand Relationships With Compass Industries
Compass Industries President Mike Levy discusses how the third-generation family business built its product niche and how it tackles industry relationship building today.
Product Hub
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: New Promo Heating Up Sales
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Premium Polos & Golf Accessories
The golf category holds a vast array of promo opportunity, from branded polos to charity tournament giveaways.
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Classically Cool Promo Picks
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Imperial Names Jane Smith VP of Marketing
Over her 25-year career, she has held positions in apparel and at large brands like Microsoft and Dell.
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World Emblem Opens 72,000-Square-Foot Factory in Houston
The Counselor Top 40 supplier said it plans to add as many as 100 more jobs at the facility, as demand for patches and emblems grows.
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UPS Announces Plans To Close 22 Facilities Across Nearly 20 States in 2026
So far, companies in the promo industry are experiencing minimal disruption, but the move is part of a multiyear restructuring plan that could bring residual impacts down the road.
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Winter Storm Hernando Updates
Winter Storm Hernando has brought massive snowfall totals and blizzard conditions to much of the Northeast region of the U.S., from Maryland to Maine. If your company has been affected, please...
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Custom Ink Announces Rebrand To Reflect Expanded Services
The Counselor Top 40 distributor introduced its “Ink is more than you think” tag line, along with tweaks to its business model.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
In 2025, SwagCycle Facilitated Nearly $9M in Charitable Donations
The landfill diversion solution for the promo industry has enabled more than $12.6 million in charitable giving since launching in 2019.
Sustainability
Q&A: Mel Lay of Allmade on the Importance of Showing Your Impact
The sustainable apparel supplier recently updated the impact calculator on its website.
Sustainability
What Distributors Should Know About Sustainable Sourcing
During an education session at PPAI Expo, Laura Smith of Storm Creek shared advice for vetting suppliers for sustainable practices and avoiding greenwashing.
Print On Demand Conference 2026: ‘The Opportunities Are Limitless’
Suppliers, distributors, decorators and other POD professionals gathered in West Palm Beach, FL, to discuss challenges and advancements in the on-demand merch space.
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How Olympic Medal Malfunctions Could Have Been Avoided, According to Suppliers
After multiple reports of medals breaking at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, promo manufacturers share what went wrong and why design choices matter.
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Get a Leg Up on Profits by Selling Pants
Distributors focused only on the top half of apparel could be missing a lucrative opportunity to complete an outfit and increase order sizes.
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5 Must-Know Facts About Print on Demand
In this ASI Learning Network course, ASI Media’s Theresa Hegel gives an overview of the technology and how it can lead to more sales.
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How AI Tools Can Help Boost Your Direct-To-Film Designs
Julia Saxon of BeeGraphix explains how she used ChatGPT, Midjourney and other generative AI tools to create a mini-merch collection for Branding Together, the joint podcast hosted by ASI and PRINTI...
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Why You Should Sell Made in the USA for America’s 250th Anniversary
This year marks America's 250th anniversary , bringing with it demand for American-made goods and branding opportunities for American businesses and events. Help your clients celebrate this...
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Quiz: How To Pick Your Perfect Flatbed Printer
Ready to invest in a flatbed printer, but not sure which one is right for you? Answer a few quick questions to get matched with the best printer for your business .