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ASI Media’s 2025 Salespeople of the Year
These are the solution-weaving sales all-stars propelling big business in promo.
Top Stories
Tariff Rates on Lower-Value Imports From China Reduced Temporarily but Challenges Persist
Some promo pros say the move will help but note cost burdens and uncertainty remain. Others say that if there are going to be import tariffs, then they should be applied to lower-value imports from...
Sales Growth Tips From ASI Media’s 2025 Distributor Salesperson of the Year
The BAMKO merch pro, who generated $18.5 million in 2024 promo sales, shares strategies for building a customer base, benchmarking sales, generating referrals and more.
Arguments Heard in Court Case That Aims To Have Trump’s Tariffs Kiboshed
Attorneys for the federal government and Liberty Justice Center, which represents five small businesses, appeared in the Court of International Trade on May 13.
ASI Research Shows Tariff Impacts, Price Increases Continued in April
The latest exclusive data, now arriving monthly from ASI members, revealed that 45% of suppliers and 40% of distributors had decreased sales last month.
Latest News
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This Week’s New Suppliers: Classic Promo for All
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Postal Service Aims To Increase Prices in July
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Editor’s Picks: Spacious Backpacks
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Maple Ridge Farms Expands Sweeter Cards’ Line With New Treats
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Gemline Offers FSC-Certified Moleskine Notebooks
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ePromos Names Rodney Kelly Vice President of Sales
Product Hub
Products
This Week’s New Suppliers: Products for Every Day
Discover creative products from new ASI suppliers.
Products
Editor’s Picks: Nifty Notebooks & Journals
Target the education sector with branded journals and notebooks advertising colleges, organizations or clubs.
Products
Promotions Planner: Endless Summer
Start presenting ideas to clients for promotional campaigns centered around August observances.
PPPC Hosts Inaugural ‘Catalyst’ Event
The conference in Victoria, BC, welcomed 65 attendees from across North America for high-level education, thought sharing and networking.
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US & China Agree To Substantially Lower Tariffs For 90 Days
Starting May 14, the U.S. will drop the tariff rate it has imposed on China-made imports so far in 2025 from 145% to 30%.
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In The News - May 2025
Gemini Industries (asi/56100) reported Monday, May 12, that its website was operational again. The site was down for a time, the firm had reported Friday, May 9. Competitive Edge ...
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Hexa Custom Pauses Manufacturing Indefinitely After Chinese Factory Consolidates
The maker of highly customized outerwear says it is “thoughtfully exploring potential paths forward.”
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U.S. & China Officials Scheduled To Start Trade Talks in Switzerland This Weekend
The talks could center on de-escalating current trade tensions over tariffs and related issues. Some reports indicated a possible tariff reduction could be in the cards.
Promo for the Planet
Sustainability
Chameleon Like Earns EcoVadis Silver Rating
The California-based manufacturer of paper products and other promo items is among the top 15% of companies evaluated by the business sustainability platform.
Sustainability
SRG Decarbonization Project Will Reduce Scope 1 Emissions Over 40% by 2027
The Counselor Top 40 supplier shared a case study on installing hybrid heat pumps at its Markham, ON, facility in its recently released 2024 Impact Report.
Sustainability
Merchology Earns EcoVadis Committed Badge
The distributor said it partnered with the sustainability assessment platform to formalize its commitment to environmentally and socially responsible choices.
The Bright Side: Avril Lavigne Uses Co-Branded Merch To Help Skate Shop Burned Down in LA Wildfires
The Canadian singer created her own merch to raise money to rebuild a Pacific Palisades skate shop.
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Sales Compensation Survey: The Latest Trends in Rep Commission and Benefits
Slow industry sales and a reversal in the labor market have spurred a surprising resurgence in commission. Our annual survey also looks at sales rep responsibilities and significant cutbacks in ben...
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Case Study: Meryl Katlin Finds Sweet Spot Where Print Meets Promo
A graphic designer by trade, Katlin has been selling promotional products since the ’90s.
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Letter From ASI President & CEO Tim Andrews: How We’re Helping You Navigate Tariffs
During this difficult time, ASI is committed to strengthening industry trust and ensuring our members can confidently move forward.
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Nominate Now for the 2025 Counselor Promotional Campaign Awards
Help us honor the most creative and effective uses of promo.
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