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We tested Item number BG-8213 and the ladies coordinate BG-6213 in Kiwi and Red.  After 25 washes, they held the color extemly well.  While 2 shirts lost buttons, the overall durability was excellent.  The red shirt did bleed a little on to a white tee shirt that we included in the wash cycle.

We found prices across the board.  When asked how much would it be to buy 24 shirts, one supplier was as high as $37.99, plus an additional $7.99 for an embroidered logo.  Another vendor was offering them online for $21.65 with up to 6,000 stitches of embroidery, plue $125 for an embroidery tape.  When we asked our sponsor, Indianapolis supplier of embroidery and logo apparel, Professional Gifting for a price, they directed us to their special offer for a free tape and said they would do the order for $21 per shirt.

In general, the Blue Generation line can best be described as:

• Affordability, 10 out of 10
• Quality level, 8 out of 10
• Color Selection, 10 for 10
• Durability, 9 for 10

Their full line of products can be found at www.BlueGeneration.com. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/blue-generation-apparel/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/personalized-usb-drives-usb-people/ http://www.execmagazine.com/personalized-usb-drives-usb-people/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:36:20 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/?p=150 Flash memory and USB drives are continuously making strides to carry more data.   The highlight piece that is taking advertising chanels by storm are the USB People.  These are Lego like creatures that can be customized to fit your target audience.  There are basically 3 different designs.  You can use the basic robot shape where the minimum order is 50 pieces.  The 1 GB drives are $15.50, plus a $50 setup charge.  The next step up are the professional designs.  These include a business man (not sure why a business woman was not included), a female nurse and a male doctor.  These require a 250 piece minimum and start at $19.75 each.  Last are the total custom designs.  You pick what kind of charactor you want and we will design it.  If you want to design your own, there is an online tool that can help you.

Another outstanding source we have found offers individualy personalized USB drives.  When ordering under 10 pieces, it is best to go straight to the source.  If you are doing more than 10 pieces and are looking for a better price, call our friends at www.ProfessionalGifting.com.  They also offer gift packaging as well.

Funnier even still are some of the weird gadgets that really don’t serve any purpose, other than entertainment.  Like the dog USB…  Clearly there are unique minds out there.

Here are a few additional creations ideas that have not been seen much yet. 

When looking for a new creative way to promote your business, let our friends at www.ProfessionalGifting.com bring life to your next promotion. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/personalized-usb-drives-usb-people/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/free-samples-of-custom-hats/ http://www.execmagazine.com/free-samples-of-custom-hats/#comments Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:00:48 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/free-samples-of-custom-hats/ One of our sponsors, www.caseandtote.com has just launched a new line of headwear named…. www.capandtote.com.   Their initial offer is that if you have the capabilities of purchasing as few as 144 caps, they will make you up a custom sample with your logo and artwork.  I was really surprised at how many different options were available when designing a cap.

The digital age has really evolved in the cap market.  I was stunned at the detail that could be printed on some of these bills.

The custom taping give a look of total customization.  While the sonic welding is ideal for the race enthusiast.

Any high tech companies with a silver logo would love the liquid metal cap design and it is unbelievable at how much detail shows up on the embossed suede bill.

Next time you are looking for a creative hat design for your company, contact www.capandtote.com.  Mention this article and they will make you up a custom hat. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/free-samples-of-custom-hats/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/corporate-rings-logo-jewelry/ http://www.execmagazine.com/corporate-rings-logo-jewelry/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2007 21:47:53 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/corporate-rings-logo-jewelry/ One popular way to award people is with logo’d jewelry.  OK… You may say, who wants a piece of Jewelry with the place that I work on it?  Well, if you were part of an elite team, perhaps the only team that met 125% of their sales goals, how would you like to be wearing that piece for the next year?

 

There are a number of ways to use these high quality items.  As a sales award, you would want to be sure that you keep the salespeople motivated year after year.  In this case you can add on stones of your choice.

 

There are numerous styles ranging from collgiate styles in both ladies and mens designs.  Next time you are looking to reward your top performers, contact sales@caseandtote.com

CaseandTote.com has come up with an outstanding promotion that incorporates 2 outstanding brands…  Maui Jim and Tonino Lamborghini.  Purchase at least 1 piece of either the Yellow and Black Trolley Case, the Light Brown Trolley Case or any order over $1000 and you will receive a pair of Maui Jim Kanaha sunglasses.  Type code ExecmagMJ into the comments when ordering.

Upgraded may be available with an upcharge.  To purchase the sunglasses at a discount Click Here.

     

While we are on the theme of electronics, here is a new item and design that is new to premium markets.  First, I must say that this concept is a winner.  IPOD’s are continuously gaining more and more users.  And while many people think of Ipods as music devices, they are starting to gain favor for training, educating customers, podcasting, carrying digital files, etc, etc, etc…  Here is one creative use.  Offer one of these devises to your employees with the understanding that they will be receiving important company information that they need to agree to listen to.  Then have all of your office policies relayed by podcast.  These will get uploaded every time they connect to a company computer.  Then a questionaire would be sent out to your employee that would require them to confirm that they have listened to and agree with the company message.  This is a huge legal benefit to the company and a nice perk for the employee.  How about this as a recruiting tool at job fairs?  Would the words “Receive your free IPOD” get attention?

For creative ways to use promotional products with a true unique flair, contact sales@caseandtote.com. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/custom-ipod-and-custom-flash-drives/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/digital-picture-frames-event-planner-is-a-genius/ http://www.execmagazine.com/digital-picture-frames-event-planner-is-a-genius/#comments Sun, 21 Oct 2007 19:32:49 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/digital-picture-frames-event-planner-is-a-genius/

On the last trip I won, one of the gifts given to me was a Digital Picture Frame.  This specific piece was purchase at Brookstone and what I liked about it was that a company logo was not plastered on it either.  However here are the other things I would have considered if I were the event planner.  I find that once I’ve seen a number of the pictures, I don’t seem to leave the electric frame turned on, unless I am expecting company.  When you first turn on the frame, there is a “boot up” picture that features Brookstone.  Why not have that first boot up page be a thank you note from the company.  I thought it certainly would be discreet enough. 

I must say, I have seen all diferent kinds of gifts and gadgets, but this one really is great.  My wife always used to complain about me taking digital pictures and never printing them.  With this new device, I simply upload new pictures whenever there has been a new event.  I can almost say that the picture frame is a “Green” gift.  Saving paper, ink and yes… MONEY.  Digital picure frames come in numerous sizes and price ranges.  For the most detailed breakdown and for samples, contact sales@caseandtote.com. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/digital-picture-frames-event-planner-is-a-genius/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/aviation-stamps/ http://www.execmagazine.com/aviation-stamps/#comments Sat, 20 Oct 2007 19:28:27 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/aviation-stamps/ As we close out our segment on note cards and pens, it seemed appropriate to also include a promotion that deals with the stamp on the card as well.

 

We work with a factory that has a vast collection of stamps from all genres.  They include the aviation theme above as well as animals, organizations, medical, states, sports, history, military and space.  How can these be used in a promotion?

Lets say that your organization is planning an event at Cape Canaveral.  The event planner might have a gift waiting for them in their room or better yet, waiting for them when they get home from the trip.  The framed stamp would also include their trip logo and perhaps a thank you note from the person that sent them on this trip.  Remember if you are an event planner and you ever need a creative idea, contact sales@caseandtote.com. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/aviation-stamps/feed/ 0 http://www.execmagazine.com/pens-pencils-and-the-ever-elusive-fountain-pen/ http://www.execmagazine.com/pens-pencils-and-the-ever-elusive-fountain-pen/#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:57:54 +0000 admin http://www.execmagazine.com/pens-pencils-and-the-ever-elusive-fountain-pen/

People have been writing things down for thousands of years utilizing all different kinds of writing instruments.  Here is a brief review of some of the finer pens currently available.  The Duofold pictured above is the top of the line for Parker.  This company has been building pens since 1888.  The pearl and black Fountain Duofold retails for $440, while the roller ball is $330 and the ball point is $235.

 

Another fine piece by Parker is the Amber, Blue and Green Check Duofold series.  Pricing is $330 for the roller ball and $235 for the ball point.  This line is crafted from bonded cast acrylic.

 

There are also customization options that are available.  Place your corporate logo (add $250 setup charge) or a monogram top at no additional charge.  Pen samples are available and can be purchased by contacting sales@caseandtote.com. ]]> http://www.execmagazine.com/pens-pencils-and-the-ever-elusive-fountain-pen/feed/ 0