Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Bluetooth 101

Staying connected wirelessly is one of the hottest tech trends in promo, and it’s all thanks to Bluetooth technology. We’re taking a look at the history of this tech game-changer, how bluetooth became a vital part of everyone’s mobile experience, and some hot bluetooth promotional products everyone will love.

The History of Bluetooth
In 1989, Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson asked two engineers to develop a “short-link” radio technology standard to transmit signals between a personal computer to wireless headsets they were planning to launch. The inventors successfully developed a way to unite the PC and cellular industries,and the technology was formally announced in 1998 by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG).

Since first launching, Bluetooth technology has undergone several revisions to improve data speeds and connection quality. In recent years, upgrade efforts have been focusing on improved networking, lower energy use and longer-range capabilities.

Monday, November 25, 2019

PPAChicago Volunteer of the Year 2019

One of my favorite events of the year is the PPAChicago show at Arlington Race Track. So many new products are on display and you can inspect them up close and in person!

The Promotional Professionals Association of Chicago, Inc. (PPAChicago) is a not-for-profit trade association comprised of promotional product industry professionals and is run by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Founded in 1957 to serve the growing needs of local promotional product companies, PPAChicago has expanded to represent nearly 500 distributor and supplier companies. The association has grown in both strength and stature, gaining recognition as not only a local but industry leader in our members’ professional growth and success.

This year I was honored to not only serve as a volunteer helping plan the event, but I was also awarded the association's biannual Volunteer of the Year Award.


Save the date for next year's show, scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Arlington Race Track. I hope to see you there as the best and brightest promotional products of the year are showcased to the public!

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Safety comes in all forms. Whether it's on the job, in school, or just on the internet, these promotional products will help you help your customers stay vigilant and prepared!

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If safety first is your company motto, these hi-viz vests will keep your employees, customers, and logo visible at all times. Perfect for construction, runners, utility workers, and more! Made of 100% polyester mesh fabric for maximum breathability, which resists fading and shrinkage. Your logo can be screen printed on left or right front pockets.

Friday, November 15, 2019

Organization Tools Perfect for the New Year

Many people make resolutions for the new year, and many of those resolutions revolve around getting organized, whether it's for work, home, or school - or all three!

In the age of de-cluttering, de-stressing, and living simply, these promotional items will help your customers do just that by keeping them organized at home or in the office.

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