Encore Marketing Solutions | Promotional Products & Apparel

Top 7 Promo Products for Civic Clubs

Apr 27, 2024

When it comes to cities and the businesses they house - nothing is more important than trade associations and civic clubs like your local chamber of commerce! So we've come up with 8 promotional pr...

5 Valentines Promos to Fall For!

Apr 6, 2024

Red cellophane-covered heart-shaped boxes have filled the stores, and cute little stuffed animals proclaiming their love line the shelves - it's officially Valentine's season, and what better way t...

Know Your Shades: 4 Types of Iconic Sunglasses

Mar 30, 2024

"The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades." - Timbuk 3 Sunglasses have been and always will be one of the most popular promotional products. Why? Because practically everyone wears them and the...

Tried and True: Classic Promotional Products

Mar 23, 2024

There are some things out there that are just undisputed classics - and when you think of a classic, what goes to your mind? Maybe it's a classic car like a 1950s era Cadillac, or perhaps it's a mo...

The Power of Perceived Value

Mar 8, 2024

In marketing terminology, perceived value is what consumers think a product is worth to them. Outside factors like personal memories or associations, celebrity endorsements, resemblance to a higher...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Feb 29, 2024

If you're looking for some awesome gear to support your team-or for some killer merch for your team's fans-we've got you covered with these awesome promotional products for sports lovers! 1. C...

The Value of Custom Packaging

Feb 14, 2024

When you advertise your business or organization with promotional products, you want those items to be unique, interesting, and memorable. So, shouldn't that same principle apply to the packaging f...

6 On-the-Go Products for Travelers

Jan 31, 2024

Being prepared isn't just for the Scouts, it's good advice for anyone who lives life on the go! Add your logo to these hospitality and travel themed promotional products and your customers will ...

7 Fitness Promotional Products to Help You Stay in Shape

Jan 16, 2024

Exercise is an important part of our overall wellness and many companies are using wellness initiatives to promote healthy choices like regular exercise. Whether your company is encouraging physica...

5 Men's Wearable Promotional Products for the Office and Beyond

Jan 1, 2024

It's fun giving out promotional products like fidget spinners and stress balls, but sometimes you need an option for the guy that likes to keep it a bit more professional. These business casual ...

School's in Session: 7 Essential Supplies for Students

Dec 10, 2023

Students are back in the classroom and parents are scrambling to purchase all of the necessary supplies on each teacher's checklist. From three different types of pencils, calculators, and folders ...

Print's Not Dead: How Print Products Can Work for You

Dec 2, 2023

In the past decade, many businesses have moved away from print marketing to focus almost entirely on digital marketing. You may have even heard people say that print is dead. However, print media h...

Your Holiday Party Supply Guide

Nov 25, 2023

The end of the year is coming up, and that means it's time for holiday parties! Celebrate all the hard work your team has done this year with branded decor - and don't worry, we picked out six prod...

Case Study: These Calendars Aren't Week

Nov 18, 2023

Objective: A local bank wanted a way to thank their new customers with a promotional gift item that would have a high-perceived value. Product: Beach Trifold Calendar Personalization: The bank ...

Your Customers Won't Want to Remove These Promotional Products From Their Desks

Nov 10, 2023

At the end of the day, promotional products are really all about getting brands out in front of people to grow awareness and ultimately, increase sales! If you want to get strategic, there are a co...

Clean Desk, Happy Desk!

Oct 4, 2023

An organized desk is a happy desk and the perfect time to clean and reorganize your desk is at the beginning of the new quarter! Whether it's Q1 or Q4 - sometimes filing away old projects, dusting ...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Sep 27, 2023

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

Must-Have Promotional Products for the Real Estate Industry

Sep 19, 2023

Real estate promotional products are a memorable way to stay top of mind with your clients by promoting your brand, while also giving something back to your clients. Whether it's part of a direct m...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Sep 12, 2023

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

Check Up On Your Hospital Essentials: 6 Promo Products For Hospitals

Sep 5, 2023

Hospitals are an essential part of our communities! From providing emergency services to someone who isn't feeling well or injured to providing services such as nutrition education, researching ill...

5 Promo Products to Make Your Office Safer for Employees

Aug 21, 2023

As business' doors open back up and employees step into the office, it's essential to make sure they feel safe and comfortable as the return to their desks. Whether you own a business that has 3 em...

8 Promo Products That Will Kick Start Your Goals

Aug 6, 2023

We all want to live healthier, sleep deeper, and work better. These motivational promotional products will help kickstart goals and increase your brand visibility! Exercise Band Let's get physi...

6 Rainy Weather Promotions

Jul 30, 2023

Spring is finally here! You know what that means: flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and the days are getting longer. It also means lots of rain, from light spring showers to booming thunder...

4 Fantastic Promos for Senior Citizens

Jul 22, 2023

Did you know that by 2060, there will be an estimated 98 million people in the United States who are 65 or older? With the generational divide between Millennials and Gen Zers taking up a lot of co...

From Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love

Jun 23, 2023

Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of unif...

Return of the Events: 6 Products for Concerts and More

Jun 1, 2023

Live music is back! Venues are opening their doors, and artists are announcing tour dates again. After more than a year of few to no events for most places, bands, club promoters, venue owners, and...

8 Paw-some Promotional Products for Dogs and Dog Lovers

May 24, 2023

Whether you work with animals or want to show that your business is pet-friendly, there are plenty of products that will win over every dog breed! Here are 8 of our favorite pet products. Colla...

5 Outside-the-Box Promotional Products for Your Next School Order

May 17, 2023

If you've ever placed an order for promotional products for a school, you have probably seen your fair share of t-shirts and baseball caps. And trust us, those are definitely important! Wearables a...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Apr 25, 2023

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....

6 Branded Work From Home Essentials Your Employees Need ASAP

Mar 7, 2023

Who says you can't still spoil your employees if they work from home? Make everyone's day a little brighter with these super useful promo products! Temblor Speaker + Wireless Charger Shock the...

6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers

Feb 28, 2023

Everyone knows that dogs are man's best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets by...

6 Products for the Aspiring Home Chef

Feb 7, 2023

Thanks to innovations like grocery delivery and ready-to-cook meal kits, people are cooking more at home. From the humble peanut butter and jelly sandwich to gourmet dishes and fancy cakes, it take...

Drive Traffic with These 6 Trade Show Ideas

Jan 31, 2023

Tradeshows are important opportunities for your company to reach out to customers and prospects face-to-face and make lasting impressions. Make sure you're prepared with the proper supplies to ensu...

9 Promotional Products for the Oil & Gas Industry

Jan 23, 2023

The world runs on natural resources, but it's not like all that power comes from thin air! Oil, gas, and energy companies help harness and deliver the resources that power all our homes, offices, r...

6 Products to Show Your Support for Breast Cancer Awareness

Dec 25, 2022

Suppose you're looking for a cause to support to make sure that your business is responsible and giving back to the community. In that case, breast cancer awareness is an excellent choice because i...

6 Promotional Products for Music Lovers

Dec 18, 2022

These promotional products will be music to your ears! There are all kinds of music lovers out there, from fans of rock to jazz and everything in between, that would love to get any of these music-...

Craft the Perfect Trade Show Swag Bag

Nov 17, 2022

Virtual tradeshows are definitely here to stay, and that isn't a bad thing! Not only are virtual tradeshows a lot more cost-effective for the organization hosting them, but they're also cheaper for...

6 Budget-Friendly Products to Drive High-End Sales

Nov 2, 2022

Are you looking for a marketing campaign that is not only successful but budget-friendly? Good news! You don't have to break the bank to find promotional products that get the job done and leave la...

8 Promotional Products to Win Game Day

Oct 19, 2022

From Friday night lights, Saturday morning tailgating, to Sunday watch parties, show support for your team with some promotional products for the win! Touchscreen Gloves Add your logo to these ...

6 Promotional Signs to Let Customers Know You’re Open For Business

Oct 11, 2022

As restaurants, salons, retail stores, and more begin reopening the doors, many business owners are trying to think of bold ways to visually attract customers to their businesses. From curbside foo...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Aug 22, 2022

A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...

Case Study: Real Modern Recognition

Aug 15, 2022

Market: Finance Product Use: Employee Recognition Promotion: A wealth management firm selected the Samsonite Executive Computer Backpack as an employee recognition gift. At the company's year-e...

You Can Bank on These 7 Promotional Products

Jul 31, 2022

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These seven products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giv...

6 Calming Products for Skincare Lovers

Jul 23, 2022

The hottest beauty trend of the late 2010s among millennials and Gen Zers was the dewy, bare-faced, minimal makeup look. This "Glossier girl" revolution led to a resurgence in skincare as self-care...

7 Retro Products That Will Turn Back Time

Jul 9, 2022

Do you ever have that moment when you look at something and you get an overwhelming surge of nostalgia? Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it's a cool, vintage product. Below are seve...

10 Promo Products for Auto-Lovers

Jun 17, 2022

Grab your keys and prepare for a Bo Duke slide across the hood of your car. It's time to take a look at 10 promo products for auto-lovers. For this list, we put together a travel-bag of gear worthy...

7 Brilliant Bamboo Promotional Products

Jun 2, 2022

You don't have to be a panda to love bamboo! This popular, eco-friendly renewable resource grows super-fast and is known to be one of the most adaptable materials on the planet. Bamboo is incredibl...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

May 26, 2022

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

6 Paw-some Promos for Pets and Vets

May 11, 2022

For vets, groomers, doggie daycares, and more, pet care is more than a hobby - it's a lifestyle. While puppies don't have any purchasing power, promoting your pet-centric business to dog owners ...

5 Promotional Products That Will Have Your Clients Dreaming

Apr 26, 2022

There are a lot of branding opportunities that go unnoticed in a world of t-shirts and coffee mugs. In fact, there's an entire industry that spends every waking hour thinking of ways to help you ge...

No Fin Can Compare to These Shark Products

Apr 19, 2022

Sharks are some of the ocean's most beautiful creatures. With over 500 species and more being discovered, the world of sharks is absolutely fascinating, from the deep sea Greenland Shark which can ...