TRASA Newsletter August 27

NEWSLETTER August 27, 2020

Wednesday, Sept 2

TRASA Crazy Times

Distributor & End User Show

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Crazy Horse Coffee Shop

Show location, parking lot

900 Wildflower Circle, Washington, PA 15301

Rain or shine event

(minutes from the Meadows Racetrack)

GREAT GOODIE BAGS for attendees

Social distancing, masks and all required safety precautions will be followed

as set by the PA Governor

Exhibitors register here

Distributors register here

Come to the Show & Support These Exhibitors - see more than 60 different lines

AAA Innovations

BIC Graphic

Brooks & Brooks

representing: Cap America, Hirsch Gift, Natural Trends, Pinnacle Designs, Southern Plus, Tervis

Business Cards Tomorrow

Cutter & Buck

Harry Fotopoulos & Associates

representing: Ad n Art; A+ Wine Designs; CNJ; and Bulldog Packaging

KC Fields & Associates

representing: 3M Promotional Markets; Eversole Run, Handstands, Starline; Cap America; and Pro Towels/Superior Decorating (new for KC Fields)

Moderne Glass

Partyka & Associates

representing: PEI (Nicklaus, Callaway,Penquin); Landway Outwear; Apogee Commemorative Awards; Expert Brand Apparel (Made in USA); Xtreme Visibility (Hi-Viz Safety Wear)

Pittsburgh Print House

Robert Craxford

representing: Webb Company; Strong Leather; Riteline pens and stylus; Haas-Jordan Umbrellas; Sports System Custom Bags; and Power Coat Magic / Yeti & RITC drinkware

Scott Schaefer

representing: Hub and Charles River Apparel

Team Walter B

representing: Outdoor Cap, Illini Line, Tomax USA, ADG Promotional Products, Quinn Flags, Gempire/ Floral Promotions

The Marketing & Sales Group

representing: 1-800 Flowers; Arc International Glassware; Bulova Watches & Clocks; Coleman coolers, stainless drinkware, Hydration bottles; Contigo Stainless drinkware; Promotional GiftStore: Crystal Awards, Drinkware, Books, Gifts; Sunbeam Oster Appliances; Zanes ; Trek, Camelbak, All-Clad, T-Fal, Schwinn

Non-Perishable Food Drive at the Show on Sept 2 to Benefit the Washington County Food Bank

Please bring non-perishable food items to the show so that we can help others in need.

Thanks in advance!

TRASA Toolbox Talks Thursdays @ 10 a.m.

Thursday, Sept. 10 - Talk with Allen Mugs and The Chest - Click here to register.

Thursday, Sept 17 - Talk with S & S Activewear and Chocolate Inn/Lanco -

Click here to register.

Thursday, Sept 24 - Talk with Harry Fotopoulos & Crystal D -

Click here to register

Bring your cup of coffee & pull up a seat!

Learn what products are selling at this time!
Hear success stories!

TRASA members will receive Premier Member credit for attending.

Pittsburgh Themed

MIXOLOGY Tailgate

Thank you Tim Wingert for arranging the "Mixology" Happy Hour on August 20 and thank you to the members who attended!

Adam did a GREAT job teaching the attendees how to make four Pittsburgh-related drinks: Pittsburgh Sour; The Lemon"ieux"; Steely Dan; and Three Rivers (layered drink)

See what you missed by clicking here for the recorded session.

Stay tuned for a "Part II" session this fall.

Upcoming Webinars

Have lunch with us and learn!

Join us for free regional webinars at your desk

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

August 31 - Santa's Workshop - The Art of Holiday Gift Selling

September 1 - Building Sustainability Through Promotional Branding

September 9 - Pitching Food Gifts is Easier Than You Think

September 10 - Knits Made in Europe, Atlantis Headwear

Watch these webinars and receive PPAI credit

on your transcript towards your TAS, CAS, or MAS!

Click here to go to the TRASA website

and log in to register for these webinars!

Need help accessing the website?

Contact Patti Ward, TRASA Executive Director, 412-860-0699

What's Happening in the Industry?

Fourth Quarter Selling Guide & 12 in-demand products to show clients. Click here. (source: Promo Marketing)

It's 5 o'clock Somewhere with Kris Fredericks. Check this out.

Protecting Company Culture in a Crisis. Click here. (source: Promo Marketing)

Distributor Members

Remember to use your coupon book to save money on orders!

You can access the coupon book on the TRASA website under the password protected area. If you have any questions about how to access the website please call Patti Ward 412-860-0699 or email [email protected] for assistance.

CASE STUDY...Pacesetter Awards

Contact Melissa Casey at 908.675.0226 or [email protected]

for more information.

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Contact Ben Haynes, Corporate Program Manager, at [email protected] or call 214.560.4551