BIC: 'Name That Pen'
As a follow up to its "Choose the Next BIC® Pen" promotion, BIC Graphic is now inviting promotional products distributors to help name the next new BIC writing instrument. All participants will receive 150 Free BIC Grip Roller Pens for writing in their suggestions. If a submitted name is actually chosen for use, the winner receives a $500 gift card. Click here for the entry page and rules.
Chocolate Inn / Taylor & Grant Launch New Website
Chocolate Inn / Taylor & Grant announced the launch of its new state-of-the-art website. Key features of the new website include:
• Upgraded search capabilities with products easily searchable by brand, product, color
• New marketing center where users can log-in and create their own virtuals or catalogs featuring the entire Chocolate Inn / Taylor & Grant family of products.
• Registered users now have access to several new features on the website including a quick quote feature, freight estimators, sample kits, a who’s my rep list and much more
• Special new section highlighting Chocolate Inn's relationship with Nassau Candy, the largest specialty candy and gourmet foods supplier in North America
"As a leader in the food category, we felt the renovation of our website was required to continue to be an innovator in this industry," said Jeff DePalma, VP of U.S. sales. "With its cutting-edge design, functionality, and ease of use, the website represents an opportunity for distributors to have all the tools they need at their fingertips to be successful and drive business."
Sportsman Cap & Bag Announces Partnership with Carolina Made
Carolina Made is now a southeast supplier of the entire Sportsman Cap & Bag line. This encompasses 20 brands, 325 styles, and more than 2,000 SKUs. In addition, Sportsman Cap & Bag is now carrying a great selection of Carolina Sewn brushed peach canvas bags, totes, and rucksacks.
People n the Move
Jornik Manufacturing Corp. announced the hiring of Mark Larned and Jenna Larned of Freedom Line Marketing as its newest regional multi-line sales manager, covering NY, CT, MA, ME, VT, NH and RI.
Pro Towels announced that Melissa Matenkosky has been added to the national accounts inside sales team. Matenkosky has been with Pro Towels for 10 years.