BrandMark Inc | Promotional Products & Apparel

7 Camping Promotional Products for the Great Outdoors

Oct 1

When your customers head outdoors, they want products that are practical, durable, and easy to bring along. That's why camping-themed promotional products work so well. They're useful, long-last...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

Sep 24

No matter what decade you think of when you think of "retro products", you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business can resonate ...

Case Study: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions

Sep 16

Clever Meets Subtle: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions Organization: Department Store Product Featured: Lanyard with Vinyl Pouch Goal of Promotion: Promoting Store Sales Description of Case ...

What's The Deal With These Products?!

Sep 9

The tradition of using promotional products dates back to the 1700s, when campaign buttons were first created for President George Washington. These pins were a groundbreaking success-they were aff...

7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time

Sep 2

Some trends fade away almost as soon as they appear. Others return again and again because people truly enjoy them. Retro-inspired products bring out a sense of nostalgia that's hard to miss. From...

Case Study: Charity Fundraiser

Aug 25

The organizer of a charity fundraiser wanted to add an element of fun and excitement to their door prize giveaways. As each guest arrived, they were given a Mardi Gras Jubilee pen and instructions ...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Aug 18

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a Niels...

The Science Behind a Promotional Plushie

Aug 10

I lied. There is no science. Only fuzziness! The truth is...there is no science behind a perfect promotional plushie, just fuzziness, and love. And as a plushie connoisseur from the day I was born...

5 Awesome Recreational Wearables

Aug 3

Did you know that wearables are the #1 best-received promotional product? Add your logo to these fresh wearables and make your brand a walking advertisement with innumerable impressions all year lo...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Jul 27

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

Mocktails and Moxie: Promo for the Ladies

Jul 19

Call it a girls' night out, ladies' night, or a grown-up tea party. Whether the drinks of choice are lattes, cocktails, or mocktails, the tinkling of ice in glasses mixed with laughter is the sound...

7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment

Jul 12

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveawa...

Case Study: Beach Balls? Bingo!

Jul 5

Description: Beach Ball Industry: Tourism What it was purchased for: The customer was looking for a low-cost, family-friendly summer giveaway item to promote their city's summer tourism program i...

Case Study: I've Got You Covered

Jun 27

Description: Chenille Blanket Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A local hospital needed blankets to hand out to children who were currently patients that they coul...

Terrific Shirt Promos!

Jun 20

Shirts are one of the hottest promotional products on the market. How can you personalize this fashion staple and make your mark in your industry? Look no further, for we have five promotional shir...

6 Awarding Rewards for Your Employees

Jun 13

Since the beginning of the corporate award dinners, the same type of glass award has been presented at each one, whether it is a banquet, end-of-year party, or even just a company-wide meeting. Whi...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Jun 5

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding surprising value to produc...

Clean Desk, Happy Desk!

May 29

An organized desk is a happy desk and the perfect time to clean and reorganize your desk is at the beginning of the new quarter! Whether it's Q1 or Q4 - sometimes filing away old projects, dusting ...

How to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done

May 21

Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently pro...

Give Your School Clubs a Boost With These Promotional Products

May 14

School clubs are an essential part of student life, and we've got the essential pieces you need to make the clubs a big success. These are promotional products that you can use for both to help ide...

4 Ways to Improve Communication

May 7

Have you ever had this conversation before? Them: "How are you?" You: "Yes." Or have you ever been in a meeting and realized you zoned out halfway through? Or how about when you're at the movie...

30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed

Apr 29

We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeedi...

Get Techy With These 10 Tech Promo Products!

Apr 22

When you're looking for a promo product, you're probably going to be looking for something that your customers and team members can use daily - enter the tech promo product! These products are perf...

8 Promo Products That Will Kick Start Your Goals

Apr 14

We all want to live healthier, sleep deeper, and work better. These motivational promotional products will help kickstart goals and increase your brand visibility! Exercise Band Let's get physi...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Apr 7

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

Drive Traffic with These 6 Trade Show Ideas

Mar 30

Tradeshows are important opportunities for your company to reach out to customers and prospects face-to-face and make lasting impressions. Make sure you're prepared with the proper supplies to ensu...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Mar 23

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

Hip Hip Hooray for Education!

Mar 16

Are you looking for a fun way to show off your school spirit? Whether you are at an elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these promotional products are sure to be a big hit wi...

6 Corporate Gifts Your Employees Will Adore

Mar 8

Are you looking for the perfect gift to show your employees how much you care about them? Something more than just a generic mug? Then these are the products for you! 1. Dancebot Speaker SMAR...

Case Study: Bringing Back the Fanny Pack

Feb 22

Market: Entertainment Product Use: Gift With Purchase Promotion: A major theme park chose the Safeguard Security Waist Belt as a gift with purchase for customers who bought season passes. The w...

Case Study: Zip It Up

Feb 14

Description: Hit Sports Pack with Front Zipper Industry: Broadcast Media/Telecommunication What it was purchased for: A cellular provider needed giveaways for an event at a major university. How ...

Case Study: Guess the Flavor Lip Balm

Feb 7

Guess the Flavor Lip Balm Organization Health Insurance Organization Product Featured Lip Balm Lip Balm Sleeve Goal of Promotion Generating positive reinforcement with sales reps ...

6 Things You Need on Your Desk

Jan 30

Most of us spend as much time at our desks as we do in our homes. If that's the case, we should all put some time and effort into making sure our workspace is as happy and motivating as possible. T...

Driving Home Promo! 10 Products for the Automotive Industry

Jan 23

Did you know that Americans, on average, spend about 18 days a year in their cars? It's true! Whether you're sourcing promo items for an auto repair shop, a car dealership, or even auto supply stor...

Leading the Workplace: How to Develop Your Leadership Skills

Jan 16

Do you want to lead? Or, are you already in a management or supervisory role and want to be the best leader you can be? Then we've got good news for you. No matter what your current position is lik...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Jan 8

A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...

Imprint Everything: A Guide to Printing Methods

Jan 1

Once you've found the perfect promotional product for your business or organization, the next step is to emblazon it with your logo or message. Depending on the item, there may be multiple decorati...

Case Study: Employee Appreciation Gift

Dec 25, 2025

A company with many sales representatives needed an item for their top sales performers. Since their sales staff has both men and women, they needed an item that could be used by either gender. The...

Case Study: I Was Framed!

Dec 17, 2025

Objective: The city was celebrating National Public Works Week with a community event. The event provided education for community members, as well as games for entertainment. Event planners wante...

6 Mood-Boosting Promo Products to Beat the Winter Blues

Dec 10, 2025

Winter can be a hard season for lots of people. Between the colder weather, shorter daylight hours, and increased social isolation this year, many folks will feel the winter blues. Also known as Se...

7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape

Dec 2, 2025

Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physica...

The History of Promotional Products

Nov 25, 2025

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

6 Promo Products for a Turkey-Tastic Thanksgiving

Nov 17, 2025

Thanksgiving may be frequently overlooked during the holiday season, between Halloween and Christmas, but it's many folks' favorite holiday. On Thanksgiving, families get together to share a meal a...

Perk up Your Promotions With These 6 Coffee Products

Nov 10, 2025

Coffee enthusiasts will love these promotional products that look like they're straight from the coffee shop! Millions of people drink coffee and tea every day, even multiple times a day which mean...

Salute Our Troops!

Nov 2, 2025

It doesn't matter if you're Army or Navy, Marines or Air Force or if you protect our home within the National Guard. We are proud to stand behind all of our vets - from World War II and on. We are ...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Oct 26, 2025

If you're looking for some awesome gear to support your team-or for some killer merch for your team's fans-we've got you covered with these awesome promotional products for sports lovers! 1. C...

5 Promotional Products That Will Have Your Clients Dreaming

Oct 18, 2025

There are a lot of branding opportunities that go unnoticed in a world of t-shirts and coffee mugs. In fact, there's an entire industry that spends every waking hour thinking of ways to help you ge...

Braving Campground Antics with the SAHARA Sports Bottle

Oct 11, 2025

Camping isn't always a vacation, y'all. Seasonal KOA® Work Kampers help KOA owners wrangle feisty RV transients (a.k.a. retirees) for their supper. The least they deserve is a free RV hookup...AN...

Case Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?

Oct 4, 2025

Product: Phone Stand Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A local financial institution needed a giveaway item for current and potential clients. It had to be useful to keep their name ...

The Best Apps For Organization

Sep 26, 2025

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Sep 19, 2025

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

Your Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1

Sep 11, 2025

How do you decide which type of decorating method to use when so many possibilities are available for customized apparel and products? Each decorating choice has various advantages. In this blog, w...

Case Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile

Sep 4, 2025

Description: Foldable Chair Industry: Education/Sports What it was purchased for: A high school wanted to purchase an item they could resell to the parents in the spirit shop for fundraising doll...

8 Promotional Product Ideas for Students of All Ages

Aug 27, 2025

Whether it's a Big 12 university or an elementary school, people love to show off their school spirit! So, we chose eight promotional products that are perfect for both students and teachers of all...

Industry Mini Dive: The Trucking Industry

Aug 20, 2025

The trucking industry is an essential part of the economy, transporting goods across the country and keeping businesses running smoothly. With such an important role, it's crucial for trucking comp...

8 Corporate Gifts for Your Employees

Aug 13, 2025

The employees are the backbone of every company. And when your employees have been working hard all year to bring in tremendous results, nothing conveys your appreciation more than a corporate gift...

It's Pizza Time! 6 Pizza Products You'll Fall In Love For

Aug 5, 2025

Did you know that pizza has been around for a really long time? Pizza has been around since antiquity when the Romans, Egyptians, and the Greeks would all layer flatbreads with toppings, and even t...

Drink It In: 6 Drinkware Products to Quench Your Thirst

Jul 29, 2025

What better way to put your money where your mouth is than to add your logo to some stylish drinkware? We have six unique picks to inspire your next drinkware order! Moscow Mule Gift Set Cheers...

5 Unique Products for Healthcare

Jul 22, 2025

When you think about creating a fundraiser or give-back event involving healthcare, what kind of promo items come to mind? Today, I've found five unique healthcare promo products that are sure to p...

10 Must-Have Tech Products and Accessories

Jul 15, 2025

If you want to give your brand a modern and fresh new identity try throwing some cutting-edge tech gadgets into your marketing mix. The wave of wireless charging options, portable speakers, and wea...

Case Study: Let Them Eat Cake!

Jul 7, 2025

Objective A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry. But they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Pro...

How to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products

Jun 30, 2025

So, you're launching a new product or service? Congratulations - what an exciting time for your business! We understand that your next step is to develop your action plan to make this launch overwh...

For The Win! 6 Perfect Awards To Celebrate Your Team

Jun 23, 2025

Who doesn't love to be recognized for all of their hard work? Celebrate your team and all of their accomplishments this year - from reaching sales goals to hitting those deadlines - with these perf...

Case Study: Real Modern Recognition

Jun 16, 2025

Market: Finance Product Use: Employee Recognition Promotion: A wealth management firm selected the Samsonite Executive Computer Backpack as an employee recognition gift. At the company's year-e...

Ain't Nobody Got Time for That: 5 Tips for Working Efficiently

Jun 9, 2025

No one ever got anywhere by doing the bare minimum. Your growth depends on you getting as much done in as little time as possible. The five tips below will help you accomplish as much as possible e...

Check Up On Your Hospital Essentials: 6 Promo Products For Hospitals

Jun 1, 2025

Hospitals are an essential part of our communities! From providing emergency services to someone who isn't feeling well or injured to providing services such as nutrition education, researching ill...

Case Study: A Hole in One Promotion

May 25, 2025

Product: Jumbo Cooler Bag Industry: Agriculture What it was purchased for: These bags were given out to participants in a company golf tournament. How it was distributed: All participants receiv...

5 Unique Rainy-Day Promotional Products to Keep You Covered!

May 18, 2025

Unpredictable weather is a shared experience in life. No matter your age, geographical location, job, or personality, it will always rain. These unique and functional promotional products are sure ...

Case Study: Keeping it All Together

May 11, 2025

Objective: An insurance company wanted to send new customers home with a special gift and a way to keep their new insurance policy documentation organized. Product: Insurance Document Pouch Ful...

Case Study: Snap a Pic!

May 4, 2025

Objective: A large photography studio wanted a better welcome kit for their wedding clients than just a few loose flyers. Product: Mini Horizontal Pocket Folder Personalization: The photography s...

Work That Gym Membership!

Apr 27, 2025

Promotional products for the fitness enthusiast are a great way to show appreciation for employees, clients, or even yourself. Whether you own a gym, have a gym membership as part of your benefit p...

Corporate Gifting

Apr 20, 2025

Corporate gifting can be a great way to show employees or clients you care in the form of tangible objects. Did you know? Plus, companies that engage in corporate gifting experience a 5...

Case Study: Take a Map!

Apr 13, 2025

Objective: A university wanted a practical handout to give to prospective students, alumni, and other campus visitors. The handout was intended for first-time visitors and those who hadn't been o...

3 Things Every Busy Professional Needs

Apr 6, 2025

If there's one thing we never have enough of, it's time. We haven't quite figured out a way to freeze time yet, but we have found ways to save it. If you're a busy professional, these three FREE pl...

7 Promotional Products For Those On the Go

Mar 30, 2025

According to a 2016 AAA Foundation report, American drivers spend an average of more than 17,600 minutes behind the wheel each year. Now, imagine that someone is looking at products with your logo ...

Case Study: Practice Putting

Mar 23, 2025

2 Ball Pillow Pack - Titleist® TruFeel for Non-Profit Event When a non-profit had to cancel their annual fundraising dinner due to Coronavirus, a golf course donated their clubhouse patio and prac...

Case Study: Wine for the Win

Mar 16, 2025

A local winery at their annual fall festival was looking for a way to boost their sales on take-home bottles of wine. So, they gave away the imprinted Winged Corkscrew to anyone who purchased three...

8 Home Office Essentials

Mar 9, 2025

Your employees work hard - and often longer hours when they're working from home. Surprise them with a little treat like one of these 8 Home Office Essentials! Temblor Speaker + Wireless Charg...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Mar 2, 2025

Your phone's ringing off the hook. You've got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how you're ever...

Case Study: A Golfer Giveaway

Feb 23, 2025

Objective An event organizer wanted consistent branding for everything from their tournament save the dates to golfer giveaways. Products Custom Tri-Fold Calendar, A2 (4-1/4" x 5-1/2") Folded Pr...

4 Fantastic Promos for Senior Citizens

Feb 15, 2025

Did you know that by 2060, there will be an estimated 98 million people in the United States who are 65 or older? With the generational divide between Millennials and Gen Zers taking up a lot of co...

Case Study: Time for a Rebrand

Feb 8, 2025

Objective: A university had just completed a major rebrand complete with a new logo and wanted to make sure they had all the necessary branded items for functions throughout the year. They had prev...

Industry Mini Drive: Doggy Daycare

Feb 1, 2025

The doggy daycare industry is booming, and for good reason. With more and more people owning pets and treating them as members of the family, the demand for quality pet care services has never been...

10 Promotional Products for Healthy Living

Jan 25, 2025

We all strive to be our best selves, but sometimes it's easier said than done. We can all make excuses to make unhealthy choices. Your niece has a birthday and it would seem rude to turn down that ...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Jan 18, 2025

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

7 Red-Hot Promotional Products for Valentine's Day

Jan 11, 2025

Valentine's Day is typically thought of as a holiday for romantic partners, but they're not the only people who deserve to get a little love! It's also a great holiday to show appreciation and than...

Under the Sea!

Jan 4, 2025

Take a deep dive into the ocean blue with under-the-sea-themed promo products! From aquariums to nautical giveaways, sail away from the competition with items that will surely make a splash! Wet...

Old School vs. New School Promo Products

Dec 28, 2024

It's no secret - people love "vintage" products. Just look at the huge resurgence in vintage clothing that began in the early 2010's and you'll see what we're talking about! For every modern promot...

Case Study: Piece of Cake

Dec 21, 2024

Objective: A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry, but they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Produc...

6 Branded Work From Home Essentials Your Employees Need ASAP

Dec 13, 2024

Who says you can't still spoil your employees if they work from home? Make everyone's day a little brighter with these super useful promo products! Temblor Speaker + Wireless Charger Shock the...

12 Promotional Products for Safe Travels

Dec 6, 2024

Whether you're traveling by plane or by car, it's important to stay safe and comfortable. As COVID-19 cases continue to fall and the amount of vaccinated people rises, business travel is beginning ...

4 Awesome Mindfulness Apps to Help You Be Your Best Self

Nov 29, 2024

Mindfulness. That's been a big buzzword recently. It means being mindful to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally - especially mentally. Recently, and especially with the recen...

Case Study: Wave Hello to Promotions

Nov 21, 2024

Description: Custom Wave Cap Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: The client was looking for a signature cap that would be unique, high-quality, and something that the recipient wo...

Your Guide to Promotional Shirts

Nov 14, 2024

If you've ever run a 5k or attended a basketball game, chances are you've got a promotional shirt in your drawers somewhere. According to PPAI's 2019 Consumer Study, wearables are the #1 most popul...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Nov 7, 2024

How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how ...

Case Study: Attract New Customers

Oct 31, 2024

As part of their new corporate wellness program, the company wanted to stress the importance of healthy nutrition to its employees. Along with literature, discount memberships at a local health clu...

Case Study: Back in Business

Oct 24, 2024

A behavioral health practice was preparing to reopen when shelter-in-place orders were lifted. However, they needed a way to communicate the enhanced safety protocols they put in place to patients ...

5 Unique Holiday Gifts to Beat the Boredom

Oct 17, 2024

When it comes to gift-giving, there are always the same things people go for: blankets, socks, cheese baskets, candles... and it can get a little repetitive! We wanted to help defeat the boredom of...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Oct 9, 2024

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

Case Study: The Write Way

Oct 2, 2024

Item: WideBody® Message Pen Purpose: Inform people about range of services Audience: Clients and general public A chiropractic office wanted to inform clients and others about their range of ...

Case Study: Inking Impressions

Sep 25, 2024

Portability and permanence are among the desirable traits sought in an effective promotional product. A company was looking for a unique self-promotion that incorporated these elements and decided ...

Case Study: It Takes a Village

Sep 18, 2024

Objective: A village needed an easy way to let residents know when there were issues with their water meters. They wanted a faster method of communication than mailing letters, and something more...

10 Luxurious Products for Your VIP Customers

Sep 10, 2024

Most people crave the feeling of class, power, and status that comes with enjoying luxury products. Those who claim they don't, just haven't gotten a chance to experience it for free. So, what bett...

The Big Three

Sep 4, 2024

For well over two hundred years, promotional products have been a staple in marketing! From yesterday's presidential campaign buttons to today's Popsockets, promo will never go away. And neither wi...

Case Study: Keep Warm Buddy Set

Sep 3, 2024

Description: Keep Warm Buddy Set Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A local school was looking for a fundraiser item to help older kids raise money for an overnight camping trip. They...

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