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FTC Bans Noncompete Agreements Throughout the U.S.
The commission adopted a new final rule that prohibits the contract clauses with workers – everyone from employees to independent contractors.
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An Inside Look at the Acquisition Involving Showdown Displays & AAA Innovations
When Sign-Zone, parent company of Top 40 supplier Showdown Displays (asi/87188), acquired well-known hard goods supplier AAA Innovations (asi/30023) in early April, a business with combined...
HALO Branded Solutions Acquires Wisconsin-Based Distributorship
The team from Star Promotions is joining the Illinois-headquartered Top 40 promo firm.
Five Gildan Directors Departing Board Amid Corporate Battle
The Top 40 supplier also indicated there would be no official update on the potential sale of the publicly traded company prior to the May 28 annual shareholders meeting.
PCNA Launches New ProudPath Website Experience
The Top 40 supplier said that more than a quarter of its sales come from the sustainability- and social responsibility-focused platform.
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In The News - April 2024
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Debco Hires Michelle Edwards to National Sales Team
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Anthony Fullenkamp Named Manager of Links Unlimited’s Promo Division
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Ace Hardware Celebrates Its Centennial With Vintage-Themed Merch
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Editor’s Picks: Thrilling Team Spirit Products
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Orbus Recycles 1.6 Million Pounds of Waste in 2023
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Editor’s Picks: Must-Have Pet Products
This booming sector is well-suited for quality branded accessories and toys.
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This Week’s New Suppliers: Cool Items To Boost Business
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
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Editor’s Picks: Sustainable Drinkware
These varied options show that eco-consciousness comes in all shapes and sizes.
Genumark Appoints Alexis Bernard as Senior Director of Business Development
The strategic hiring is the latest in the Toronto-based Top 40 distributor’s expansion into the U.S. market.
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Safety Gear Maker Adds Post-Consumer Recycled Products
Ergodyne, which is offered by several industry suppliers, recently launched a campaign outlining its sustainability efforts.
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Obituary: Brian Haner, Image Source
Haner founded the Washington-based distributorship, leading it to become a $30 million-plus firm and a fixture on Counselor’s Best Places to Work list.
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Proforma Executives Win Stevie Awards
Vanessa Edwards and Greg Armstrong won prizes in sales and customer service in the People’s Choice Stevie Award competition.
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Founders of BCG Creations Announce Retirement
Bill and Sharon Miller, the Canadian husband-and-wife team, spent more than 40 years in the industry. Their company was acquired by Top 40 supplier HPG in 2018.
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HPG Goes CarbonNeutral, Launches Goods2Know Collection
The Top 40 supplier shared its ESG plan and progress in an inaugural sustainability report, released to coincide with Earth Day.
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Promo for the Planet Turns 2
ASI Media’s award-winning sustainability resource hub is celebrating its second anniversary.
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Koozie Group Gives $200,000, Achieves Carbon Neutrality in 2023
The Top 40 supplier shared achievements and set goals in its fourth Keep It. Give It. social impact and sustainability annual report.
#Counselor70: Choose Counselor’s Most Iconic Cover
You voted for your favorite from each decade. Now we've crowned the grand champion.
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Decorating Roundup: Vastex Offers New Direct-to-Film Equipment
Plus, Arcus Printers has introduced a new flatbed cutting machine and Stahls’ is lowering prices on large DTF transfer orders.
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What’s Going on With the Science Based Targets Initiative?
SBTi – a group that sets climate-reduction targets followed by many promo firms – walked back plans to expand carbon offsets in corporate emissions reductions, following backlash from staff members.
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#Counselor70: Industry Leaders Reflect on ‘My Counselor Moment’
Promo veterans look back on their most memorable appearances in the magazine, and what’s changed from then to now.
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Country Star Luke Combs Collaborates With Miller Lite on Tour & Merch
As Combs kicks off his “Growin’ Up and Getting Old” tour this month, the Grammy-nominated singer announced a partnership with the beer company to offer limited-edition trucker hats and other merch.
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Goodbye Greenwashing: How To Back Up Sustainability Claims With Product Certification
There's no shortage of sustainability claims in the industry these days. Make sure you can tell the difference between greenwashed goods and verifiable, certified sustainable products so...
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Transform Branded Apparel With the Branding Success Guide
Elevate your branded apparel with our latest trend guide â now available for download! Whether you're aiming to build brand recognition for your apparel business or seeking inspiration to...
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How To Sell Solutions: Expert Talking Points for 2024
It's time to elevate your sales skills. Learn how to educate clients on why you're the distributor they should work with and how you can ensure the exact products , pricing and promise...