Your innovative, rapid and affordable connection to promotional products in the triangle PPAI# 348194 ASI# 397983

919-387-9223

"Your innovative, rapid and affordable connection to promotional products in the triangle" PPAI, ASI Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express Credit Cards Accepted// A NC HUB and Woman Owned Business

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Apparel Store Added To Website
2009-12-29 15:12:32

Promotional Partners is pleased to announce the latest addition to our website. Under the company store icon, you can access our NEW apparel website. The website is full of over 900 products from your basic t-shirt to cashmere. We have added new lines, colors and an expanded selection of bags and caps. Our new brands and styles are from industry leaders like Columbia Sportswear, Ogio, Port Authority and Nike Golf, just to name a few.

When exploring the new site, click on 15 categories for apparel lines. One in your choice category, select the item of your choice to few special features, color selection and download spec. sheets for sizing. Each image is set up to change the model image to your choice of color for viewing with a link to share that image electronically with others in your group. If you have specific needs,... read more »

How to use our website to your advantage!
2009-09-20 20:52:41

Have you taken time to really explore the options available to you on our website?

On the home page is the access to your client log in with our entire on line catalog showing your company logo. If you’ve forgotten your log in or password simply contact us today!

Search for products, whether you type in a category, price point or go to an icon such as fundraising or eco friendly, please keep in mind the products displayed represent a very narrow window to what we have access to show... read more »

Holiday Showcase
2009-09-20 20:34:20

Meet our elves at our first annual holiday showcase! On Thursday October 8th, we will hold a holiday showcase that features diverse product lines. There will be over 15 different lines featured with many of the suppliers located right here in NC! Attendees will receive show specials for future orders, free samples, and unique gifts just for attending the showcase. Our show will create the opportunity for our clients and their guests to meet some of our suppliers first hand! Is there a better way to educate yourself about how to recognize local clients and hard working employees than to make it easy by meeting with the elves in person? Join our team by pre-registering with Olivia at oscott@nc.rr.com or calling 919-387-9223. Visit our blog to see owner Olivia, "elfing around" before the show!read more »

ASI - Who they are and why we belong!
2009-01-06 06:59:38

About ASI

Advertising Specialty Institute – or ASI – is the largest media and marketing organization serving the advertising specialty industry. But what, exactly, does ASI do?

To understand that, as well as ASI's mission, you should know a little bit about promotional products and the major participants involved in the industry.

Promotional products are practical, entertaining, or decorative products imprinted with an advertiser's name, logo, slogan, or message and given away. Think of all those freebies like mugs and T-shirts you get at trade shows. These products are kept by recipients, offering great exposure for the advertiser's message.

The two major players in the advertising specialty industry are suppliers (importers, manufacturers) and distributors (sellers). Supplier firms use ASI print and electronic... read more »

Intern Program at Promotional Partners!
2008-11-04 18:32:46

As a former educator, our owner Olivia is passionate about partnering with our local schools to give students the opportunity to explore career pathways before they dedicate their college years to a course of study. This year Promotional Partners is happy to be partnering with both Apex HS and Green Hope HS to provide those types of experiences to our community. Apex has a national model known as AOIT, the Academy of Information and Technology. This program interfaces with our local community with the support of local business in Wake County. Green Hope focuses on a strong presence from our business partners in their Business Alliance to offer students opportunities to shadow professionals and find mentoring in their field of interest. At Promotional Partners often brag that these interns are not only an important part of our team, but often "teach old dogs new tricks".... read more »

Customer Referral Winner, Paula Lipford
2008-11-04 18:21:51

Congratulations to our quarterly referral program winner, Paula Lipford. This referral program offers us a way to thank our business partners for referring new clients to our company based on their own client satisfaction. Our winner for the quarter, is currently serving as the Manager of Volunteer Support for the Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Paula's job is to focus on recruiting volunteers to take on leadership of important strategic initiatives. The national MS society is a collective of passionate individuals who want to help create a world free of MS. MS is the #1 disabling disease of young adults in the US and it is an unpredictable disease of the central nervous system. Diagnosis with the disease has increased 58% in Eastern NC since 2001 and strikes people mainly between the ages of 20-50.

In addition to her work with the MS society, Paula is a "heavyweight volunteer" in her community. She is now... read more »

Sales Tools Available
2008-11-03 14:11:22

Once you are our partner, we want to provide you the tools that will make you more successful. Ask us to send you any of the following documents:

Calendar of Events by Year

Tips on Developing a Marketing Plan

Quick Reference for Branding Tips

Tips for Direct Mail Success

Strategies for Tradeshow Success

Industry Vocabulary

Information on Apparel Terms and Fabric Content

Making Eco-Friendly Easy to Understand

Do you need ideas for holiday gifts or parties?

What are your incentives for employees that exceed goals?

How do you show your clients that you appreciate their business and value their relationship?

Do you need products that reflect your business plan?

Are you interested in seasonal campaigns, green friendly products, US made, union made or tradeshow ideas?

Whether you are seeking corporate gifts, planning a tournament, recognizing volunteers or creating employee incentive and reward plans, we can help. Partners will get monthly newsetters with tips and products chosen for that time of the year. Every quarter, educational newsletters with marketing tools, branding tips and industry trends will guide our partners. If you are not currently enrolled as a partner, please click the newsletter link on this site to be added today.

Have you planned for your year?
2008-01-12 13:11:52

Let us break it down the year for you month by month, one day at a time!

Click our event planner tab to see dates highlighted and suggestions for product choices for that event. Plan ahead and shop early to receive the best selection, shipping and production rates. Early planning offers you time to look at samples and consider ideas before you select products. While most products can arrive "door to door" in about 7-10 business days, please allow a minimum of 4-6 weeks when planning large products.