PromoKitchen Podcast

Today we are bringing you a very special podcast on the West Coast U.S. Ports Conflict. This conflict is creating chaos with International trade shipments. The primary issue is an unresolved labor conflict which is currently causing major disruption to the delivery of 50% of all US Imported goods and 70% of all imported goods coming from Asia. This particular conflict is described as the worst in history as far as delays and consequences. If you are wondering what this port shutdown has to do with you, dare we venture to say that as a professional in the industry of branded merchandise, it has everything to do with you.

Join PromoKitchen chefs Jonathan Irvin, Founder and President of Branded Logisitics, and Jason Lucash Co-Founder of OrigAudio in a discussion with Jane Sorenson, Vice President, Customs & Import Services at CEVA Logistics.

Wondering how you can help? Tell the President and your members of Congress to take action now! You can click here to visit the PPAI Law site to find names and contact information of elected officials serving your area. Make a call, write a letter, and get involved today.

Today we are bringing you a very special podcast on the West Coast U.S. Ports Conflict. This conflict is creating chaos with International trade shipments. The primary issue is an unresolved labor conflict which is currently causing major disruption to the delivery of 50% of all US Imported goods and 70% of all imported goods coming from Asia. This particular conflict is described as the worst in history as far as delays and consequences. If you are wondering what this port shutdown has to do with you, dare we venture to say that as a professional in the industry of branded merchandise, it has everything to do with you.

Join PromoKitchen chefs Jonathan Irvin, Founder and President of Branded Logisitics, and Jason Lucash Co-Founder of OrigAudio in a discussion with Jane Sorenson, Vice President, Customs & Import Services at CEVA Logistics.

Wondering how you can help? Tell the President and your members of Congress to take action now! You can click here to visit the PPAI Law site to find names and contact information of elected officials serving your area. Make a call, write a letter, and get involved today.

From the day he opened Axis Promotions, Larry Cohen was a consultative promotional professional, twenty-one years before “trusted advisor” became a key component of most distributors’ value proposition. Over the past twenty-one years, Axis Promotions has grown from a one-person operation to over 50 employees and six offices. Larry, a newly aproned Chef in the PromoKitchen, sits down with Mark Graham and Danny Rosin to share his years of veteran insight including best practices as it relates to hiring, safety, compliance, the evolution of your brand, eliminating silos in the workplace, cultivating teamwork, and … dessert Tuesdays. Sit down, tune in, and savor the virtual dessert, successful journey, and exceptional.

From the day he opened Axis Promotions, Larry Cohen was a consultative promotional professional, twenty-one years before “trusted advisor” became a key component of most distributors’ value proposition. Over the past twenty-one years, Axis Promotions has grown from a one-person operation to over 50 employees and six offices. Larry, a newly aproned Chef in the PromoKitchen, sits down with Mark Graham and Danny Rosin to share his years of veteran insight including best practices as it relates to hiring, safety, compliance, the evolution of your brand, eliminating silos in the workplace, cultivating teamwork, and … dessert Tuesdays. Sit down, tune in, and savor the virtual dessert, successful journey, and exceptional.

While distributors and suppliers represent the largest segment of the promotional products industry, it’s the consultants who often work behind the scenes to make sure the industry continues to thrive. In today’s episode, we wanted to explore the industry from the vantage of one of the most experienced consultants around, David Blaise

David is an entrepreneur, author and business consultant with more than 25 years experience in direct marketing and advertising. He has been involved in the promotional products industry since 1988 as a sales representative, sales manager, marketing manager, business owner, sales trainer and coach. He is the author of Getting Started: How to Launch a Wildly Successful Career in Promotional Products Sales, Top Secrets of Customer Acquisition and co-author of The Power of Promotional Products.

Since 2001, David has been a popular speaker and trainer at all the major industry shows. He has conducted numerous education events for ASI, PPAI, SAAGNY and PPPC, and is the co-founder of Promo Academy and SmartEQP.com

While distributors and suppliers represent the largest segment of the promotional products industry, it’s the consultants who often work behind the scenes to make sure the industry continues to thrive. In today’s episode, we wanted to explore the industry from the vantage of one of the most experienced consultants around, David Blaise

David is an entrepreneur, author and business consultant with more than 25 years experience in direct marketing and advertising. He has been involved in the promotional products industry since 1988 as a sales representative, sales manager, marketing manager, business owner, sales trainer and coach. He is the author of Getting Started: How to Launch a Wildly Successful Career in Promotional Products Sales, Top Secrets of Customer Acquisition and co-author of The Power of Promotional Products.

Since 2001, David has been a popular speaker and trainer at all the major industry shows. He has conducted numerous education events for ASI, PPAI, SAAGNY and PPPC, and is the co-founder of Promo Academy and SmartEQP.com

Lon McGowan is the CEO and Founder of of iClick, a leading supplier of branded USB flash drives, writing instruments, mobile accessories, and apparel decoration whose journey provides an insightful, engaging, and enterprising conversation! Mark Graham and Brad White chat with Lon about culture, success in a highly commoditized space, growing your business, and commanding mindshare with resonant marketing strategies (such as “I want to work for them versus I want to buy from them”). Join the chefs as they discuss consolidation in the industry, advice for those starting out, and how to create a remarkable business that lasts.

Lon McGowan is the CEO and Founder of of iClick, a leading supplier of branded USB flash drives, writing instruments, mobile accessories, and apparel decoration whose journey provides an insightful, engaging, and enterprising conversation! Mark Graham and Brad White chat with Lon about culture, success in a highly commoditized space, growing your business, and commanding mindshare with resonant marketing strategies (such as “I want to work for them versus I want to buy from them”). Join the chefs as they discuss consolidation in the industry, advice for those starting out, and how to create a remarkable business that lasts.

In today’s podcast we explore the world from the vantage point of the multi-line rep. Multi-lines have helped establish the sales foundation for this industry, though in recent years their role has been threatened by shrinking commissions, factory direct sales forces, and the disruption caused by the internet. No conversation about the multi-line sales channel would be complete without today’s guest. Join Mark Graham and Danny Rosin in welcoming to the Podcast, Dan Pigott, newly appointed Director of Sales for Stromberg Brand Umbrellas.

In today’s podcast we explore the world from the vantage point of the multi-line rep. Multi-lines have helped establish the sales foundation for this industry, though in recent years their role has been threatened by shrinking commissions, factory direct sales forces, and the disruption caused by the internet. No conversation about the multi-line sales channel would be complete without today’s guest. Join Mark Graham and Danny Rosin in welcoming to the Podcast, Dan Pigott, newly appointed Director of Sales for Stromberg Brand Umbrellas.