2019 August/September e-Newsletter
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AzPPA MEMBERS - Log in to
www.azppa.net
for FREE entry to the show and to invite your clients!
NON-MEMBERS - It's not too late!
Join
today and get all of the benefits of membership!
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THE
ONLY
AND THE
LARGEST
INDUSTRY-WIDE EXHIBITOR SHOW IN TOWN FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR!
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Get out of the Minors and Go to the Show!
The AzPPA Exhibitor Show that is...
Thursday, Sept 5th 2019, 10 am - 3:30 pm
Warehouse 215 - 215 E. Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
AzPPA Members ONLY - Two great offers:
- Join us for our Supplier Reception on Wednesday Sept. 4th at the DBack's game!
- Invite your Clients to attend the Show on Thursday from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm!
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New Members Since
June 2019:
Suppliers:
Fersten|Fila
Goldstar Pens
Smart Practice
Terry Town
Business Services:
Gold Star Business Brokers
Distributors:
Corporate Incentives LLC
Icostore
Preferred Promo
Tangerine Promotions
Members
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Remember to log in to our website and you can access contact information in the
Directory
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Once you like or follow us, check in frequently -
Look for Special Offers!
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Get Social Media and Marketing tips!
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MEMBERS ONLY!
Tour Fairytale Brownies with AzPPA
...And Enjoy Some TASTY Samples!
Two Tours - Almost SOLD OUT!
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
4610 E. Cotton Center Boulevard
Suite #100
Phoenix, AZ 85040-8898
Members - Click
HERE
to Register!
Not yet an AzPPA Member?
Don't Miss Out...
Click
HERE
to join today!
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Want to Learn More about your PromoHunt benefit?
Join us for a Live Webinar on Tuesday, September 24th at 10 am!
You'll hear from Tony Wavering, Founder and President of PromoHunt. Tony will explain how the service works for you and how you can start enjoying the benefits today!
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And coming in October - A webinar with Heather Bryant of Jupiter Engraving!
Learn how you can make more money by offering onsite personalization for your customer
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U.S. To Apply 10 Percent Tariff On Remaining $300 Billion In Chinese Imports, Beginning September 1
President Trump announced that the U.S. would impose a 10-percent tariff on the remaining $300 billion in goods imported from China, beginning September 1. The U.S. currently applies a tariff of 25 percent on $250 billion of imported Chinese goods. This news would mean virtually all products imported from China would be subject to additional tariffs.
Click
HERE to read the full article.
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Wild Wednesday Webinar with Joseph Scott
"How to Use LinkedIn - REALLY!"
August 28th at 9:30 am
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QCA Launches Certification Program For Distributors And Decorators
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Quality Certification Alliance (QCA)
, the only coalition dedicated to ensuring accountability and independent validation of corporate responsibility throughout the promotional product industry’s supply chain, has expanded its services for distributors and apparel decorators by introducing a
Certification Program
. This builds upon the existing
Advocacy Council
and allows distributors and decorators to further their commitment to brand safety and responsible sourcing.
Click
HERE
to read the full press release!
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PPAI Certification Programs Introduce New Format
Recently, PPAI updated the TAS, CAS and MAS programs to better engage and support you in your pursuit of professional development. The simplified process now allows you to take a five-question quiz after each dedicated course you attend. There are no lengthy tests and no project requirements necessary to submit your certification application.
Click
HERE
to learn more about earning your industry certification!
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Member News: Raining Rose
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Raining Rose Facility Expansion Adds New Capabilities, Opportunities
Supplier Raining Rose (PPAI 232508) is nearing completion of an 8,100-square-foot expansion of its production capabilities for its Cedar Rapids, Iowa, headquarters. The company, which currently employs approximately 300 employees, expects to add 10-15 new employees with the expansion.
“This expansion diversifies how we serve our clients. It’s not only the addition of capabilities to help us grow, it’s also a strategic step toward the future,” says CEO Chuck Hammond. “We see tremendous opportunity to stand out as a leader in the contract manufacturing and promotional industries.
Click
HERE to read the full article.
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Member News: Robert Collins
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SAAC Names Robert Collins, CAS 2019 Representative of the Year!
The Representative of the Year Award is presented to an inside or outside sales representative from a member company who exemplifies integrity and professionalism for their company and the industry, while also elevating the industry and its members by exhibiting excellence through best practices.
“Bob has served in the promotional products industry for almost 45 years and as the SAAC president from 1984-1985,” says his nominator. “His knowledge, integrity and great character help to better our association.”
Bob and his company, Collins and Associates, has been a member of AzPPA for many years.
---- Congratulations!
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Member News: Charity Gibson
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Charity Gibson Plays To Her Strengths
Looking at Charity Gibson’s story, it seems she was bound to enter the promotional products industry one way or another. After applying for her
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first industry position as a business-to-business account manager in 2000 and facing rejection after several follow-up interviews, Gibson
confidently circled back a year later, determined to change her career. She was through with her role as an assistant manager and marketing director for an apartment community in Tucson, Arizona, which brought her face-to-face with disgruntled residents, who often complained of faulty pipes and indoor flooding. She didn’t want to be involved in reporting problems: she wanted to help find solutions. And once she made her break into promo, she sprinkled her wand of kindness, innovative ideas and core decision-making on those who crossed her path, whether clients or colleagues, employers or friends.
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The kids from Palo Verde Middle School just went back to school and they LOVED the items that you donated at our Family Fun Event in June! Thanks for your generosity!
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Join In on the Fun with McCreary's Tees!
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What's In It For YOU as an AzPPA Member?
#10: Advocacy for your Industry in Washington DC
#9: MEMBERS ONLY - Network with exhibitors at the Supplier Reception for our September event
#8: Twelve Great Wild Wednesday Webinars monthly throughout the year.
#7: 10% Discount on SAGE Products
#6: Up to 25% Discount on Constant Contact
#5: Up to 23% Discount on Federal Express Shipping
#4: Thousands of Dollars in Extra Savings with Our Member-Exclusive Coupon Book
#3: FREE admission to 4 tours of local Supplier Factories - FOR MEMBERS ONLY!
#2: FREE admission for distributor MEMBERS to both AzPPA Exhibitor Shows
#1: Relationships that Help You as a Person and Grow Your Business
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Please visit our WONDERFUL 2019 Sponsors!
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Official and Platinum Sponsors
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Affiliations and Benefits
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Sarah Weber, 2019 Communications Chair
Betsy Andrade, Executive Director
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