Case Studies
Case Study: Good Deeds for Kids in Need
May 29
Item: Landscape Mesh Tote Purpose: Fundraising Gala gift bag Audience: Kids in Need Foundation supporters The Kids in Need Foundation Gala is one of the organization’s largest fundraising ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Create Your Own Reality
Apr 30
Description: Custom Cardboard Virtual Reality v2 Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A leave behind for Field Marketing Account Managers to help convert business from the co...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Snap a Pic!
Apr 07
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 stud...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic
Mar 01
The “Golden Lanyard” to Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic Organization: Health Care Organization Product Featured: Cotton Water Bottle Strap Goal of Promotion: Driving Traffic ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Practice Putting
Jan 16
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 a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keep it Sweet
Jan 08
Vertical Market: Hospitality Product Use: Employee Appreciation Promotion: A nationally known hotel chain gifted their staff the Everyday Sweet and Savory Gourmet Carry Caddy for Employee Appreciati...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Thank You for Spooning
Dec 25, 2021
Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: YUKON 17 oz. Double Wall Party Cup for the Sustainability Win
Dec 17, 2021
Surf-inspired activewear brands like ROXY® are stoked with our YUKON design—fondly known as The Party Cup™. It’s double-wall insulated, so it keeps refreshments cool on the bea...
Continue ReadingCase Study: You Can Count on Us
Dec 10, 2021
The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavirus...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I Was Framed!
Nov 26, 2021
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 wanted a...
Continue ReadingWooing Discerning Celebs with the CARSON Double Wall Bolero Tumbler
Nov 11, 2021
What do you get the celebrity-chef-turned-travel-show-host who has everything? How about the VP of Paid Media at a premier hotel chain you’d love to snag an advertising deal with? Brands like ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag
Sep 08, 2021
Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock design,...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Paw-se and Appreciate the Little Things
Aug 25, 2021
Description: Big Paw Bear Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A senior living community was looking for holiday gifts for their residents. How it was distributed: When...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wine for the Win
Aug 18, 2021
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 bo...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Appreciation
Aug 03, 2021
Description: ID Lunch Bag Industry: Health Care / Pharmaceutical What it was purchased for: A hospital wanted a unisex item to give out for Nurses Week. Since most of the nursing staff brought their...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Go Green or Go Home
Jul 12, 2021
Item: goingreen™ Stapled Appointment Calendar Purpose: Promote awareness of recycling programs and provide recycling information to the community Audience: Residents of the company’s s...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Race to Remember
Jun 13, 2021
Item: Sport Bottle with Metallic Ring – 28 oz. Purpose: Race day giveaway Audience: Breast cancer survivors and race participants A regional race supporting breast cancer research added an in...
Continue ReadingCase Study: College Fair Giveaway
Jun 06, 2021
Description: 4" Mini Plush Buddies Frog with Shirt Industry: Education What it was purchased for: A community college was looking for a giveaway item to have at their booth for the upcoming college ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Getting Bent out of Shape for More Business
May 30, 2021
Product: Gel Stress Toy Client: Health Food Store What it was purchased for: As a gift to reward customers for spending over a certain amount. Why it worked: The gel stress toy which, unlike the fo...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A StuPENdous Promotion
May 15, 2021
Description: Dart Pen Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A data storage company wanted an item they could put on their company store website in which branches or divisions could purchas...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Stick to the Schedule
May 01, 2021
Industry: Hospitality Personalization: A small sandwich shop wanted to increase their business during lunch hour. Their target market was people who worked near their restaurant. Method of Distribut...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Resort Incentive Yields Oceans of Opportunity
Apr 02, 2021
A five-star resort that frequently hosts corporate events for Fortune 500 companies wanted to reach out to corporate guests to entice them to return for family vacations. The goal was for the guests t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Employee Appreciation Gift
Mar 19, 2021
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. They c...
Continue ReadingCase Study: I've Got You Covered
Mar 11, 2021
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 could t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A New Way to Do Cross-Promotions
Feb 18, 2021
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 His...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Guess the Flavor Lip Balm
Feb 11, 2021
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 De...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Cheese-y Promotion
Jan 28, 2021
Objective: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. Product: Coupon Gatefold Photo Folder Personalization: Rest...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Stuff
Jan 20, 2021
Description: Rumba Pen Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: An automotive supplier wanted to make their name visible in automotive stores around the country. How it was distributed: Pens...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fewer Tricks and More Treats: Halloween Safety Lanyard
Jan 13, 2021
Fewer Tricks and More Treats: Halloween Safety Lanyard Organization Insurance Company Product Featured Reflective Lanyard Goal of Promotion Promoting safety on Halloween Description of Case H...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Financial Industry
Dec 30, 2020
Products Javalina® Classic Pen Industry Financial Application Direct Mail A local bank wanted to increase awareness of its low mortgage rates and decided to do a direct mailing t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips
Dec 15, 2020
A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when th...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Yes, We Can!
Dec 08, 2020
Description: Kan-Tastic Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: Fast-food chain giveaway for college football night. How it was distributed: The vendor handed the Kan-Tastic out at t...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Rock out on the Run
Nov 23, 2020
Description: Earbuds With a Wristband Industry: Marathon What it was purchased for: A sponsor was looking for an item or items that runners/walkers could be given at the race that they could use dur...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Recognition
Nov 16, 2020
Item: JAFFA® Wave Award Purpose: Welcome gift for incentive winners Audience: Software company sales representatives A software company held a sales incentive contest for reps to win a trip ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Have a Seat
Oct 25, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, a non-profit healthcare provider needed additional waiting room seating for their clinics and health centers across the state. As a non-profit, they needed an affordab...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Zip It Up
Oct 18, 2020
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 it ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Keeping it All Together
Oct 11, 2020
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 & Full ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Lunchtime Loot
Oct 03, 2020
A restaurant supply company was planning its annual company picnic for employees and their families. Every year, the company gives employees a nice gift in the $10 range. This year, the company chose ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Bringing Back the Fanny Pack
Sep 19, 2020
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 wais...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Spoon-taneous Promotion
Aug 06, 2020
Description: Spoon Mug Industry: Advertising What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers. How it was distributed: The spoon mugs w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: The Write Way
Jul 30, 2020
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...
Continue ReadingCheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!
Jul 08, 2020
Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales, ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Sharper Students
Jul 01, 2020
Description: Pencil Sharpener Industry: Construction What it was purchased for: A shipyard in a major city harbor has advocates who go out to local schools to promote shipbuilding. These advocates n...
Continue ReadingCase Study: These Calendars Aren't Week
Jun 24, 2020
Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank inc...
Continue ReadingA Lunch That Packs a Punch
May 26, 2020
Description: 3 Section Lunch Container Industry: Healthcare What it was purchased for: A hospital was looking for a unique lunch packet for nurses, doctors, and anyone else employed at any of the ho...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Don't Run from this Promo!
May 05, 2020
Description: Running Belt Fanny Pack Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: A nationwide gym chain was looking for an item to give away with the purchase of yearly memberships. Th...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?
Apr 28, 2020
Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A VIP...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wave Hello to Promotions
Apr 21, 2020
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 w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Attract New Customers
Apr 13, 2020
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 club a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Calendar Puns are Week
Mar 08, 2020
Objective: A real estate agent wanted a useful promotional item to boost her personal branding and promote her services while staying top of mind all year round. Product: Desk Calendar with 4-C...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pull Up a Chair and Stay Awhile
Feb 23, 2020
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 dollars...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Charity Fundraiser
Feb 16, 2020
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 to ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Spec-Tacular Promotions
Jan 25, 2020
Description: CUSTOM Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Food & Beverage What it was purchased for: The end user wanted to give something away at this year’s Spring Break in Jamaica for an MTV event ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Life of the Mardi
Jan 18, 2020
Market: Hospitality Objective: With their event scheduled close to Mardi Gras, event planners wanted to provide a themed goodie package for attendees with giveaways from event sponsors. They w...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Prom Ticket Keepsake
Jan 11, 2020
A Prom Ticket Keepsake Organization High School Product Featured Neoprene Bracelet Goal of Promotion Issuing prom tickets Des...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Wheelie Important Paperwork
Jan 04, 2020
Market: Automotive Objective: A motorcycle dealership wanted professional, branded document pouches to hold important paperwork for new customers to take home after their motorcycle purchase. T...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A Flavorful Promotion
Nov 28, 2019
A Flavorful Promotion Boosts This Credit Union’s Popularity Organization: Credit Union Product Featured: Lip Balm Goal of Promotion: Generate New Loans Description of Case History: Thi...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Safety First
Aug 20, 2019
Product: Auto Safety Kit Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: As a gift to anyone who opened a new bank account for over $1,000.00. How it was distributed: The bank was looking for a brande...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Happy to Hang Around
Aug 12, 2019
Description: Standard Door Hangers Industry: Automotive What it was purchased for: A collision center wanted to increase the number of customer satisfaction survey responses and boost online appoint...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Pillow Box
Jul 29, 2019
Objective A children's hospital wanted to send a thank you gift package to donors. They wanted patients to be able to add a personalized touch to the gift to connect donors better to the cause. Prod...
Continue ReadingCase Study: A "Bronze" Ticket to Free Tanning
May 26, 2019
Organization Tanning Salon Product Featured Polyester Lanyard Goal of Promotion To create new clients for salon Description of Case History A tanning salon wanted a creative way to give out a...
Continue ReadingCase Study: What Does Your Phone Stand For?
Mar 22, 2019
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 in ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Save the Date, Save the Day
Jan 24, 2019
Description: Trifold Calendars Industry: Banking What it was purchased for: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high perceived value...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Let the Games Begin!
Jan 17, 2019
Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. Ho...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Look, Ma, No Hands!
Nov 28, 2018
Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their budget...
Continue Reading3D is the Key
Nov 13, 2018
A company was looking for unique items to commemorate the celebration of its 45th year in business. They wanted to incorporate a new logo that communicated the anniversary as well as the range of prod...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Recycle, Reuse, Read a Book!
Oct 30, 2018
Product: Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry: Bookstore What it was purchased for: A large college bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag for students. The goal was to get the students ...
Continue ReadingAppreciation Gift
Sep 10, 2018
A realtor wanted to give a thank-you gift to those who purchased a new home with them. They chose the LED Carbon Fiber Aluminum Flashlight. They printed their logo along with the tagline, "We will bri...
Continue ReadingRaise Your Glass
Jul 01, 2018
The NY Yankees wanted to create special commemorative bottles to celebrate Derek Jeter’s accomplishments at Yankee Stadium. They chose 150 magnum-sized (1.5L) bottles with a special logo and Jet...
Continue ReadingCase Study: It's in the Bag
Jun 10, 2018
Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students who ...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Fun in the Sun
Apr 28, 2018
Product: Two-Tone Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Sports What it was purchased for: A major sports team was having difficulty keeping attendance up at weeknight games. They came up with the idea of doin...
Continue ReadingImprove Sales and Traffic
Apr 14, 2018
A hotel wanted to promote its amenities to guests in a personable, yet non-intrusive manner. The goal was to encourage guests to utilize hotel amenities instead of going off-site to fulfill their need...
Continue ReadingSuccess on Campus
Feb 23, 2018
A large university needed a useful tool to promote its school app to students and faculty because it wanted to use the app to communicate important college news and upcoming events. Since most student...
Continue ReadingCelebrate Milestones
Feb 23, 2018
A bank wanted to promote 110 years of serving individuals and businesses in Pennsylvania through an "Open House" celebration at their branches. Among the many products selected to commemorate this mil...
Continue ReadingIncrease Sales
Feb 23, 2018
With orange juice consumption down 13 percent in the past four years due to an ever-proliferating increase in beverage choices and consumers’ avoidance of orange juice’s high sugar content...
Continue ReadingCase Study: Inking Impressions
Jun 16, 2019
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 on ...
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