PPAI Research’s latest consumer study explores what makes branded merchandise worth keeping, using insights from more than 3,400 U.S. consumers.The findings show that usefulness, quality and relevance are the key factors that determine whether b...

Geiger (PPAI 105182, Platinum), PPAI 100's No. 9 distributor, has announced the acquisition of two German-based distributors, GF Werbemittel and Pro-promotion. As Geiger looks to continue to strengthen its presence in the European market, both of th...

Ginger Frank, Founder & CEOPoppyhandcraftedpopcorn.comPPAI 907875How did your company get its start?In 2014, Poppy began as a small retail popcorn shop in Asheville, North Carolina. At the time, my ambitions were simple: Make delicious p...

Branded merchandise powers lasting connections, often experienced most deeply as the gifting of a product from a brand to a recipient. But many more people touched that T-shirt, tumbler or charging device on its journey to the end recipient.Keep...

Counterfeit merchandise has been popping up across many of the host cities of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.On June 18, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced that, in Houston, it had seized over $6 million worth of branded athletic wear, soccer...

PCNA (PPAI 113079, Platinum), PPAI 100’s No. 6 supplier, has announced the appointment of Josh Militello as CEO.Effective July 13, Militello will succeed Neil Ringel, who is retiring after more than seven years of leading the New Kensington...

China will remain a competitive and important part of the branded merchandise industry, especially in hard goods, for the foreseeable future.It’s currently the source for most of the products we sell in this industry. Leaving Chinese factories i...

Not every merch buyer is looking for the same thing. Some care about creativity, while others prioritize speed or sustainability. That’s where buyer personas come in. They’re snapshots of your ideal customers that allow you to better understand thei...

ASB (PPAI 101656, Platinum), PPAI 100’s No. 11 distributor, has announced the promotion of President Justin Zavadil to CEO. His father, founder Larry Zavadil, will transition from his role as CEO to chairman of the board.While stepping away from...

In May, the Association announced the 100 suppliers and 100 distributors that made the cut for the 2026 PPAI 100.Of course, the PPAI 100 is more than an annual ranking. It’s a practical benchmark that helps branded merchandise companies track pr...