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Commit To Learning, Part 2
We all have different learning styles. Yesterday, Promotional Consultant Today looked at the learning style of a leader, pointing out that leaders learn by choice, not by command or chance. Today we continue this leadership learning series. Learning is profit … Read More »
PPB Newslink Special Report 3.7.12
ppai@ppa.org PPAI L.E.A.D. Special ReportDay One Update PPAI’s Legislative Education and Action Day (L.E.A.D.) brings the promotional products industry to Washington, D.C. During the third annual L.E.A.D., which started on Wednesday, March 7, 60 industry members travelled to Capitol Hill to … Read More »
Commit To Learning, Part 1
As we reflect back on The PPAI Expo 2012, one of the most significant events was the roll-out of the updated PPAI Professional Development program. This type of continuous learning is important in your role as a leader. Many leaders … Read More »
PPB Newslink Breaking News 3.7.12
Breaking NewsHALO Hires Ekstrand As Regional Sales VP HALO Branded Solutions (UPIC: HBS) announces the addition of Eric Ekstrand, MAS, to the company’s field sales leadership team. Ekstrand joins HALO as vice president of sales for the Mid-Atlantic region and … Read More »
Speaking To Service Clubs, Part 2
Have you ever spoken to a classroom at your local college, to the Rotary Club or to another organization? These opportunities are great ways to source leads for long-term, valuable clients. But how do you get your foot in the … Read More »
Follow PPAI’s L.E.A.D. From Home
This week, the promotional products industry heads to Washington, D.C., for the third annual PPAI Legislative Education and Action Day (L.E.A.D.). Tomorrow and Wednesday, 54 industry professionals will be on Capitol Hill participating in nearly 250 meetings with key members … Read More »
iPROMTEu Holds Industry-Wide College Basketball Tournament Challenge
iPROMOTEu hosts the annual NCAA college basketball tournament challenge, Dunk Fest, again this year starting on March 15. The Wayland, Massachusetts, distributor had in years past organized the tournament for its affiliates and preferred suppliers. In 2008, it opened the … Read More »
R.S. Owens & Co. To Make Commemorative Gifts For G8 Summit Attendees
Chicago-based supplier R.S. Owens & Co., Inc. (UPIC: RSOWENS) has received a presidential commission to create the commemorative gift President Obama will present to international visitors at the upcoming G8 Summit, to be held May 19-20 in Chicago, Illinois. Visiting … Read More »
Augusta Marketing Products’ Entire Staff Earn PPAI Certifications
Augusta Marketing Products, Inc. (UPIC: AUGUSTA), a Houston, Texas-based distributor, announced that as of February 28, 100 percent of its staff had achieved a certification designation from PPAI’s Certification Program. They are: Kathy Baker, CASErika Bernardino, TASArnold Dewey, CASLinda LeCroy, … Read More »
HDS Marketing Unveils Updated Logo
HDS Marketing, Inc. (UPIC: HDSMKTG), a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based distributor, launched a new company logo on March 1, coinciding with its 11th annual End User Tradeshow & Luncheon. The new logo is a part of a re-branding of the company’s image … Read More »
