TIM ANDREWS BLOG
Thoughts and opinions on the advertising specialty industry
End-User Buying Habits Study
Tuesday November 3, 2009 | Filed under:
ASI recently completed an exclusive study about end-buyer expectations for promotional products compared to other forms of advertising, the types of programs that use promotional p...
2009 Power 50 Announced
Tuesday November 3, 2009 | Filed under:
It's almost too easy to use superlatives when describing a company's top players. After all, they reached the apex because they're the best at what they do. The men and women on ...
Power Summit Video About Economy
Tuesday November 3, 2009 | Filed under:
Everyone gathered at the 2009 Power Summit in California has seen, heard and learned a lot already at numerous sessions, speeches and networking opportunities.Click here for a vide...
Help shape the future - join a new ASI advisory board
Monday November 2, 2009 | Filed under:
The secret to serving customers well is relatively simple: Listen, and then take action on what you've heard. Every day, ASI listens to members' needs via emails, phone calls and...
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...
Calling All Rock Star Sales Reps for a Contest
Thursday October 29, 2009 | Filed under:
I love you: Salespeople who didn't view the bad economy the past year as a hopeless situation, but rather, looked at it as an opportunity to really stand out and get it done. In ...
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...
New ASI Study Reveals Third Quarter Sales Off 10.9%
Thursday October 22, 2009 | Filed under:
Today we're announcing the results of a new study that shows third quarter sales of promotional products are off 10.9% versus third quarter 2008. But while sales are still off, the...
New 70% savings on UPS Freight…the Real Deal
Monday October 19, 2009 | Filed under:
A keen competitive edge can often make the difference between closing a deal - or closing up shop - which is why I'm happy to announce that we're now providing 70% savings on ship...
Cool Products Video and HOT Party Photos
Thursday September 17, 2009 | Filed under:
Direct from the floor of the ASI Holiday & Incentives Expo in Las Vegas - here's my first cool products video, with seven unique products your clients will love for the all-importa...
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...
Jay Ostrow Named Executive Director, Distributor Services
Wednesday September 9, 2009 | Filed under:
Today we're pleased to announce that Jay Ostrow has been named executive director of distributor services.Jay will continue to be responsible for managing the distributor business ...
You’re Reading the Best - Counselor Magazine Honored
Thursday September 3, 2009 | Filed under:
Simply put, the hallmark of ASI's Counselor magazine is editorial excellence. Whether it's a hard-driving investigative report or a quirky feature that perfectly captures the mood...
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...