Carol Creech Promotions & Marketing: Blog

Case Study: You Can Count on Us

11 hours ago

The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavi...

Case Study: Create Your Own Reality

Sep 25

Description: Custom Cardboard Virtual Reality v2 Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: A leave behind for Field Marketing Account Managers to help convert business from the...

The Top 8 Products for Fun in the Sun!

Sep 18

Summertime is here, and you know what that means: it's time to put on that swimsuit, shake out those beach towels that have been living in the back of the linen closet for the winter, and hit the w...

Lead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products

Sep 10

Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, t...

Case Study: A StuPENdous Promotion

Sep 03

Description: Dart Pen Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A data storage company wanted an item they could put on their company store website in which branches or divisions could purc...

Case Study: Let the Games Begin!

Aug 27

Product: Custom Malibu Sunglasses Industry: Automotive/Banking What it was purchased for: A car company wanted to find a product that would promote their brand at a local college BCS Bowl Games. ...

Drive Traffic with These 6 Trade Show Ideas

Aug 20

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 t...

Perk Up Your Pet! 5 Promo Products Your Pets Will Beg For

Aug 13

Our pets are our family, and they deserve the best of the best when it comes to promotional products - just like humans do. So we've picked six perfect products for your customers' fluffy companion...

8 Promotional Products That Grow!

Aug 06

Now, more than ever, people are looking toward eco-friendly companies. They want to know what their favorite brands are doing for sustainability and limiting their carbon footprint. So we picked ...

Case Study: Rock out on the Run

Jul 29

Description: Earbuds With a Wristband Industry: Marathon What it was purchased for: A sponsor was looking for an item or items that runners/walkers could be given at the race that they could use ...

7 Camping Promotional Products for the Great Outdoors

Jul 22

Whether you’re looking to relax and recharge or seeking adventure, getting out into nature provides everyone some peace and quiet from our regular lives. Help your customers enjoy the grea...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jul 15

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it – Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform h...

Win Big With These Promotional Products for Sports Lovers

Jul 07

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 product...

Lil' Toy Trains

Jun 30

Step right up to Hobby Town! Little toy train sets are a blast from the past and are still a hit today! Did you know you can make a promotional product campaign around toy trains? Toy Train Stres...

It's Time For The Library!

Jun 23

Libraries are some of the most important hubs for the community! They are a place of knowledge and resources. They also have maker spaces that offer 3D printing services, engraving, and even basic ...

The Power of Perceived Value

Jun 16

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...

5 Office Toys That Will Bring Your Brand Joy

Jun 09

Look around your office and you will probably find that your coworkers’ desktops are riddled with a variety of knick-knacks, toys, puzzles, and stress balls. Office toys are a great way to...

Old School vs. New School Promo Products

Jun 01

It’s no secret – people love “vintage” products. Just look at the huge resurgence in vintage clothing that began in the early 2010’s and you’ll see what we&rsquo...

8 Elegant & Engravable Promotional Products

May 25

The promotional products industry has become so successful for one reason: people like free stuff. It’s true! So, how do you know which of the millions of products you want to be associated w...

6 Paw-some Promos for Pets and Vets

May 18

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 busin...

7 Financial Products That Are a Great Investment

May 11

Finance-themed promotional products are a great marketing investment and help increase brand awareness and customer loyalty. These 7 products can be used as financial seminar gifts, banking giveawa...

Case Study: "Single Use" Pens for COVID-19

May 04

In response to the Coronavirus outbreak, a financial institution decided to provide single-use pens in all their locations and for drive thru banking. This idea was intended to help stop the spre...

7 Promotional Products That Help You Prepare for the Unexpected

Apr 26

It’s always important to have emergency plans in place for when the unexpected happens. There is no substitute for good preparations! These promotional products help you ensure you are prepar...

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

Apr 19

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! Weara...

Case Study: Sometimes You Just Need to Vent

Apr 12

Description: Auto Air Vent Magnetic Phone Mount Industry: Technology What it was purchased for: A technology business was looking for a giveaway item that was unique but also fit within their b...

Case Study: Practice Putting

Apr 05

2 Ball Pillow Pack – Titleist® TruFeel for Non-Profit Event When a non-profit had to cancel their annual fundraising dinner due to Coronavirus, a golf course donated their clubhouse pati...

Case Study: Inking Impressions

Mar 29

Portability and permanence are among the desirable traits sought in an effective promotional product. A company was looking for a unique self-promotion that incorporated these elements and decided ...

Ain't Nobody Got Time for That: 5 Tips for Working Efficiently

Mar 21

No one ever got anywhere by doing the bare minimum. Your growth depends on you getting as much done in as little time as possible. The five tips below will help you accomplish as much as possible e...

Case Study: Bear With Us

Mar 14

Description: Plush Big Paw Bear with Shirt Industry: Financial Services / Banking What it was purchased for: A bank chain needed a product for tellers to hand out to new account members. How it ...

How to Make Rush Orders Less Stressful

Mar 07

Whether you just found out you need products for an event soon, or someone forgot to place an order, sometimes rush orders just happen. And that’s okay! Getting your order in last minute does...

Case Study: A Prom Ticket Keepsake

Feb 28

A Prom Ticket Keepsake Organization High School Product Featured Neoprene Bracelet Goal of Promotion Issuing prom tickets ...

Case Study: Shop 'til You Drop

Feb 21

A shopping mall was holding a late-winter promotion to increase traffic during typically slower months. Visitors to the complex received a "passport" to take to different stores within the mall for...

5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N

Feb 13

Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students ...

Braving Campground Antics with the SAHARA Sports Bottle

Feb 06

Camping isn’t always a vacation, y’all. Seasonal KOA® Work Kampers help KOA owners wrangle feisty RV transients (a.k.a. retirees) for their supper. The least they deserve is a fre...

No Fin Can Compare to These Shark Products

Jan 29

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 ...

How to Gain Inspiration in 5 Minutes

Jan 22

People demand a lot of creativity from professionals these days. We live in an era of media overload, where viral video marketing and colorful infographics have become accepted means to engage an a...

6 Perfect Gifts to Celebrate Your Employees

Jan 15

Nothing helps morale more at your company than an employee recognition program! Whether it's quarterly, end-of-the-year, or just because, we have something for every budget! Say goodbye to pizza pa...

Case Study: YUKON 17 oz. Double Wall Party Cup for the Sustainability Win

Jan 15

Surf-inspired activewear brands like ROXY® are stoked with our YUKON design—fondly known as The Party Cup™. It’s double-wall insulated, so it keeps refreshments cool on the ...