What’s the difference between building an audience and cultivating a community?

Join Jay Busselle, Renya Nelson, and Roger Burnett as they explore the power of community, trust, and purpose-driven branding in the promo industry. Featuring the story behind the "We Make the Future" mural — and why being nice is punk rock.

The future of the print, promo, and apparel industry is shaped by the next generation and the leaders who embrace them. In this special episode of Meet Us in the Kitchen, Kate Alavez, President of PromoShop, hosts a candid conversation on how to recruit, nurture, and empower emerging talent. Joined by Victoria Ramos from PromoShop and Chris Perry from University Tees, the discussion dives into shifting values, workplace expectations, and what it takes to create an environment where young professionals thrive.

If there’s one harder than a Monday morning without coffee, it’s learning to say no. But according to the brilliant minds of Robert Fiveash (Brand Fuel), Brenda Speirs (Buzztag), and Denise Taschereau (Fairware), mastering the art of the well-placed ‘no’ is a game-changer in business and life. PromoKitchen’s latest conversation, led by Jay Busselle, dove into why saying no isn’t about rejection; it’s about strategy, values, and survival in the promotional products and branded merch industry.

Welcome to the latest episode of Meet Us in the Kitchen, PromoKitchen’s vibrant hub for serving up the freshest ideas in the promo industry! In this episode, we dove into the spicy topic of work-life balance—or, as our guests prefer to call it, work-life harmony. We gathered an inspiring group of leaders—Kate Alavez, Jodie Schillinger, and Kenny Ved—to share their recipes for fostering happiness and engagement in the workplace. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about balance—it’s about flavor!

Join us for part 2 of this episode of Meet Us In The Kitchen Episode! Jay Busselle is joined by Carson Roncketto, Bobby Lehew, and Cola Henderson. This episode guarantees a blend of expertise, insight and fresh perspectives on brands, branding and when is the right time for a re-brand.

Branding Insights: When Is It Time to Rebrand? Part 1 by PromoKitchen

In this episode of Meet Us in the Kitchen, our panel of “Promo Pros” dives deep into the relevance of trade shows. Are trade shows still relevant in the age of Zoom meetings and virtual events? Are in-person events still worth the investment of time and money? What are the biggest benefits? As one guest puts it, "Trade shows aren’t just about products anymore—they’re about relationships. You can’t replace face-to-face experiences with a Zoom call." Hear from industry experts as they share their insights, discuss the changing landscape of in-person events, and debate the future of trade shows in a digital age. Whether you're a trade show veteran or a skeptic, this conversation offers tasty insights for anyone navigating the pros and cons of attending or exhibiting.

Ready to spice things up? Welcome to "MEET US IN THE KITCHEN," PromoKitchen’s new bi-weekly educational series where we whip up fresh discussions, simmer on diverse ideas, and share custom recipes for success! Every 20-30 minute episode is packed with surprise ingredients, secret sauces, and a mix of seasoned chefs. We’re cooking up actionable strategies, stirring lively chats with fresh voices, and sprinkling in a few surprise guests in the kitchen.

Join us for a flavorful experience that’ll leave you hungry for more!

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Join Jenna Quaranta & Johanna Gottlieb for the latest episode of the JQ & JO Show.

Join Jenna Quaranta & Johanna Gottlieb on the latest episode of the JQ & JO Show.