(Editor’s Note: PromoWire by PPAI Media is a running digest of updates from organizations around the promotional products industry. PPAI Media will consider newsworthy entries submitted by any member organization.)

March 25

Overture’s Recent Audit Ensures Client Data Security and Privacy

Overture Promotions (PPAI 288541, Platinum) has successfully completed a Service Organization Control (SOC) Type 2 audit, which examines internal controls and systems related to security, processing integrity, confidentiality and data privacy.

  • SOC 2 reports are recognized globally and affirm that a company’s infrastructure, software, people, data, policies, procedures and operations have been formally reviewed. The Type 2 audit looks at security over a period of time versus a Type 1, which looks at a point in time. The audit was conducted by compliance assessor, A-LIGN.

“Overture is fully committed to meticulous security, data privacy and compliance precautions such that we meet the standards of our most security-conscious clients,” says Overture CTO Chris Sheehy.

March 22

Paradise To Donate A Portion Of Profits To Special Olympics Pickleball

Paradise Promotional Products (PPAI 818242, Standard-Base) is partnering with Special Olympics South Carolina Area 6 Pickleball to promote and support an inclusive environment where athletes of all abilities can thrive.

  • As part of this partnership, Paradise will donate to Special Olympics SC Area 6 Pickleball a portion of all profits from March 22 through April 30. Additionally, Paradise will actively engage its network and resources to raise awareness and amplify the impact of the group’s activities.
  • Special Olympics SC Area 6 Pickleball is part of the broader Special Olympics movement, which aims to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

“We are excited to join hands with Special Olympics SC Area 6 Pickleball in their mission to empower athletes and promote the values of inclusion and diversity,” says Rich Corvalan, president at Paradise Promotional Products. “At Paradise, we believe in the power of sports to unite communities and inspire individuals, and pickleball perfectly embodies these ideals.”