TIM ANDREWS BLOG
Thoughts and opinions on the advertising specialty industry
2009 Power Summit Happening Now
Monday November 2, 2009 | Filed under:
The ASI Power Summit 2009 at La Costa Resort and Spa near San Diego is underway.In the last 24 hours, we've enjoyed a speed networking event, a keynote speech by Hollywood marketin...
ProfitMaker Speeds Your Monthly Close
Friday October 23, 2009 | Filed under:
In today's fast-paced marketplace, anything that speeds and simplifies business is a huge plus, which is why I'm excited about the new automated features in ProfitMaker that make r...
We’re Launching a San Diego Show
Wednesday September 16, 2009 | Filed under:
While we're here at the ASI Holiday & Incentives Expo, I'm announcing some big show news: ASI is launching a new ASI Show this February in sunny San Diego. You voted and we liste...
New office products discount program for ASI Canada
Tuesday September 1, 2009 | Filed under:
We're very proud of our commitment to our Canadianmembers - both distributors and suppliers - who are our "True North" neighbors. So I'm delighted to announce another new member be...
ASI Promotes Industry on MSNBC
Monday August 31, 2009 | Filed under:
ASI publisher Rich Fairfield made like a TV star last week during a lively appearance on MSNBC's "Your Business." The hot topic was the proven value of using ad specialties to mar...
Second virtual trade show a success
Wednesday August 19, 2009 | Filed under:
Our second free online event just ended, and I'm happy to report we drew over 2,000 attendees - during the dog days of summer no less. More than 20 top suppliers exhibited, includi...
ASI Show Orlando | New Order Management System
Saturday January 3, 2009 | Filed under:
It's hard to beat kicking off the New Year amid 70-degree weather at the ASI Show Orlando, taking place today through Monday at the Orange County Convention Center.The show's buzz...
Sneak-Peek Video of ESP Web and ESP Orders
Wednesday December 30, 2009 | Filed under:
For my final blog post of 2009, I'd like to offer my best wishes for a very happy New Year - and share with you a cool video we just posted (final edits to come) with a sneak-peek ...
Vote Now For New Advisory Board Members
Tuesday December 22, 2009 | Filed under:
Voting is now open to select members of ASI's four new ASI advisory boards. To vote, simply click here by Thursday, December 31, and follow the on-screen instructions.Final board ...
New Sprint Wireless Savings for ASI Members
Monday December 21, 2009 | Filed under:
I hate to admit it, but I came of age when the very idea of cell phones was strictly sci-fi. Today, wireless devices of all kinds are so popular - and absolutely integral to any b...
Educating Buyers in Today’s Philadelphia Inquirer
Monday December 21, 2009 | Filed under:
Monday's Philadelphia Inquirer featured a story about the growth of hand sanitizers in our industry - educating end-buyers about the value of providing useful advertising specialti...
ASI Radiothon: Help ASI Raise Money for The G.I. Go Fund
Thursday December 10, 2009 | Filed under:
The hosts of ASI Internet Radio's Tuesday Morning Show are getting their charitable vibe on this week. Just launched this week, we're introducing the first-ever ASI Radiothon. The ...
ESP Web Cash Giveaway
Tuesday December 1, 2009 | Filed under:
We just announced two revolutionary new products: ESP Web and ESP Orders (espweb.asicentral.com). To celebrate, we're giving away a $250 gift card in a drawing among those who en...
Revolution! New ESP Web and ESP Orders Boost Sales and Productivity
Monday November 30, 2009 | Filed under:
Imagine Google, Word and QuickBooks combined into one simple-to-use program focused on promotional products. It's here - welcome to the revolution!ESP is improving the way distrib...
LogoMall’s Advertising Reports Provide a Snapshot of Success
Monday November 23, 2009 | Filed under:
If you could effectively - and easily - gauge your ROI on digital advertising, wouldn't you? Well, you can with LogoMall's monthly advertising reports.The monthly reports are sent ...