Advocacy for the branded merchandise industry doesn’t begin and end in Washington, D.C. Increasingly, it also happens in state capitols, regional association events and local conversations where policymakers can hear directly from the businesses tha...

Most teams have a few people who are quick to speak up — and those who barely say a thing. Staff members who tend to stay quiet may think decisions have already been made. Or maybe they’ve been talked over before and prefer to stay quiet. The proble...

The Department of Justice has officially reclassified state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved cannabis products from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act – a historic shift in federal policy that could be a boon f...

Merch deals don’t always follow a straight line. Sometimes, you have a great discovery call only for the prospect to say they’ll circle back with you. Other times, you may send over some mockups and then suddenly stop hearing from them. The middle s...

Ensuring the quality, safety and compliance of your products isn’t just a matter of regulatory obligation – it’s a strategic imperative.At QAI, we’ve spent over three decades helping companies navigate the intricate challenges of global sourcing...

When SCOTUS ruled that President Donald Trump didn’t have the authority to impose global tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, it was made clear that Trump's administration would look to alternative routes to issue...

Kicking off The PPAI Expo 2026, PPAI President and CEO Drew Holmgreen, CAS, unveiled the organization’s 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, a five-year framework designed to sharpen the industry’s positioning, strengthen its sense of community and equip membe...

The day is more enjoyable and things just run better when people help each other. Lending a hand is especially helpful when deadlines are piling up or someone is handling a tough campaign. Showing up for your co-workers brings all kinds of benefits,...

I don’t know about you, but I’m sensing positive momentum as we navigate through the second quarter of 2026. I’m doing my best version of the worm, the chicken dance and even the sprinkler.Why? I’m still ecstatic about how this year kicked off...