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• 2024 Best of Class: Brandy Award Application

  • Start
    May 06, 2024
  • End
    July 12, 2024

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  "BEST OF CLASS" AWARD

  Who can apply: Distributors/Agencies and Suppliers

  Share with us your best prior case history where your promotional products were a hit!

   What we are looking for:

  n  Is it a fresh twist on a staple product? Was it something mundane used in a unique way?

  n  Creative use of logo and/or decoration technique.
  
  n  Does it have the likelihood of being kept or passed on?

  n  Does the product have broad appeal?

  n  Was the product an effective communication tool?

  n  Was it a fan favorite? Was it a showstopper?

  Each question will be judged on a 1-5 scale (1-lowest, 5 highest). You do not need to have all the elements to enter, the winner will be chosen from the highest overall score.

  Gather the names of those who contributed. Please credit all members of your team in the application so they will be recognized properly in press releases and other PPAF winner announcements.  

  Obtain permission, if needed, to use any client images.

  Submissions are only complete when registration is paid in full.
  

  All information will be kept in confidence and used for only judging purposes and official announcements.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2024 Self Promotion: Brandy Award Application:

  • Start
    May 06, 2024
  • End
    July 12, 2024

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  "BEST SELF PROMOTION" AWARD

  Who can apply: Distributors/Agencies 

  You sell what you show!  Showcase the use of your favorite product in a sales effort to promote your own brand. This includes creative that advances the distributor/agency marketing campaigns (new client acquisition, client retention, education, sales efforts, announcements, events, new product launch, etc.) All work performed for distributors/agencies must be entered in the self-promo category.  Self-promo entries are not permitted in any other category.
  
  Judged on:

  n  Overall creativity of logo placement and design.

  n  Does it have the likelihood of being kept or passed on?

  n  Did the product include unique or custom packaging?

  n  Did the product/promotion include clever messaging to add appeal?

  n  Was there an effective distribution method and scope?

  n  Was there a call to action and/or what were the results?

  Each question will be judged on a 1-5 scale (1-lowest, 5 highest). You do not need to have all the elements to enter, the winner will be chosen from the highest overall score.

  Gather the names of those who contributed. Please credit all members of your team in the application so they will be recognized properly in press releases and other PPAF winner announcements.  

  Obtain permission, if needed, to use any client images.

  Submissions are only complete when registration is paid in full. All information will be kept in confidence and used for only judging purposes and official announcements.

  
  

  
  

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• 2024 Social Good: Brandy Award Application

  • Start
    May 06, 2024
  • End
    July 12, 2024

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  “SOCIAL GOOD” AWARD
  
  

  Who can apply: Distributors/Agencies and Suppliers

  Showcase your best success story where promotional products supported overall social good in society, which includes sustainability, good stewardship, and increased awareness for charities/non-profits, and your organization. 

  What we are looking for:

  • If the focus was sustainability, were sustainable goods used? Is the item designed to lessen environmental impact?
  • If the focus was on overall good stewardship, what was the reason for selecting the particular product to promote social good?
  • Does the product have the likelihood of being kept or gifted?
  • How did the promo product promote social good?
  • Did it support internal company goal, or awareness campaign for non-profit cause or event?
  • Was there an effective distribution plan? Did the campaign foster team engagement? Ex: Everyone who participated/donated/reached goal received the item.

  Each question will be judged on a 1-5 scale (1-lowest, 5 highest). You do not need to have all the elements to enter, the winner will be chosen from the highest overall score.

  Gather the names of those who contributed. Please credit all members of your team in the application so they will be recognized properly in press releases and other PPAF winner announcements.  

  Obtain permission, if needed, to use any client images.

  Submissions are only complete when registration is paid in full.
  

  All information will be kept in confidence and used for only judging purposes and official announcements.

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Learning Lab: Endless Power of AI – Revolutionizing the Promo Industry

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    May 14, 2024
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    12:30 PM

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  The Endless Power of AI – Revolutionizing the Promo Industry

  Join us for an engaging chat featuring PPAI Hall of Famer Cliff Quicksell, CSP, a 40-year industry sales and marketing veteran, and Ron Friedman, Founder MerchBots AI, also an industry veteran with over three decades of experience as a distributor, brand client, and industry supplier. 

  We will navigate the waters of this latest technology and explore how AI can elevate your sales, increase profits, enhance client relations, create added value with promotional products, and revolutionize business growth. Don’t miss out on gaining actionable insights from Ron’s extensive experience within our industry and now transforming traditional promotional items into dynamic, 'phygital' experiences that truly connect and engage with end-users.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Demystifying AI for Business Use.

  2. Find out how AI will impact the promo industry.

  3. How AI can add value to promotional products.

  4. New Technology that is currently in the market.

  5. Future trends and Opportunities with AI in Promo.

  For a more engaging webinar, use this Link to proactively send Cliff & Ron Questions: https://aiqr.me/9J0O
  
  

  About Cliff:  For four decades, Cliff Quicksell, CSP, MAS+, MASI, has globally spoken, trained, and consulted for associations and business groups on marketing effectiveness and personnel motivation. Notable for winning 50+ awards for creativity, he's honored with PPAI Ambassador Speaker of the Year, Distinguished Service Award, and PPAI Hall of Fames. Cliff's prolific writing and speaking engagements, including at major industry events, cement his influence in the promotional products sphere. As President & CEO of Cliff Quicksell & Associates, he continues his impactful work.
  
  

  About Ron:  Ron Friedman pioneers the "phygital" experience, merging physical merchandise with digital interaction. Founder of MerchBots, he revolutionizes brand merchandise with AI-powered chatbots, embodying brands' essence. With a career spanning innovative ventures like Flash By Design and USB Widgets, Ron stands at the intersection of technology and brand marketing. A master of AI-first marketing, he orchestrates the future of promotional products as intelligent, interactive brand ambassadors

  
  

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• Webinar Wednesday: The Business Case for Purpose

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    May 29, 2024
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    12:30 PM

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  The Business Case for Purpose
  
  

  This webinar explores the critical role of “purpose” in modern business strategy. It covers how integrating a clear and meaningful purpose into a company's core operations can drive long-term sustainability, attract, and retain talent, enhance customer loyalty, and create competitive advantages.

  Learning Outcomes: 
  

  • Case Studies on Tangible Benefits of a Purpose Driven Approach
    
  • Tips and Trips for Starting 
  • Learn how leading Suppliers and Distributors are future proofing their brands with this approach.

  About Denise:  Denise is chief executive officer (CEO) and cofounder of Fairware, a founding B Corp and promotional merchandise distributor. Denise got the idea to launch Fairware when she noticed how difficult it was to source promotional merchandise that reflected the social and environmental priorities of many of the brands and organizations she admired. Prior to starting Fairware, Denise spent seven years as the Director of Sustainability and Community for Mountain Equipment Co-op, Canada’s largest outdoor retailer.

  
  She is currently a board member of Promotional Products Association International (PPAI).  Denise is also a board member of Promocares, a group working to inspire, educate and provide actionable strategies to encourage social and environmental responsibility in the promotional products industry.  Denise was a member of ETSY’s Manufacturing Advisory Board, a Board Member with the Green Meeting Industry Council, and the past co-chair of Vision Vancouver.

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Learning Lab: Ben Haynes with SAGE will be Sharing

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    June 11, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  Ben Haynes with SAGE will be Sharing

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• Webinar Wednesday: PPAI Industry Direction

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    June 26, 2024
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    12:30 PM

   
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Learning Lab: Target Marketing

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    July 09, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  Target Marketing

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• Webinar Wednesday:

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    July 31, 2024
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• Tuesday Learning Lab: ASI Research Report

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    August 13, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  ASI Research Report

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• 2024 PPAF EXPO - Distributors Registration

  • Start
    August 21, 2024
  • End
    August 22, 2024
  • Location
    DoubleTree by Hilton at Sea World

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  PPAF is thrilled to host the PPAF EXPO on August 21-22 in Orlando at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Sea World

  PPAF EXPO's has always been a premier event and we believe this year will be even better.
  
  BRING YOUR CLIENTS: We will have a special Christmas Preview during our Networking Reception. ONLY current PPAF members can bring their clients, but they must be registered under
  the member's company.
  The cost is $25 per end-user. Get your clients set for the Christmas gifting holiday and get your orders in early by attending the reception and EXPO.
  Non-members are not allowed to bring clients.

  Registration for non-members does go up on-site to $75.

  Schedule of Events:

  Wednesday, August 21:

  
  

            2:00 pm     Pool Party - 1st 50 distributors get special Swag Bag

  5:00 pm      Holiday Preview - Networking Reception 

  Thursday, August 22:

    9:00 am        Brandy Awards Networking
  10:00 am        Exhibit Hall Opens 

    2:00 pm        EXPO Concludes

  PPAF members get to attend the PPAF EXPO for free
  as a member benefit!

  Not a member, you can join here and save : JOIN PPAF

  Most events are ticketed, so please indicate on your registration if you plan on attending the other fantastic opportunities during the EXPO.

  *There is a 3% service fee added to pay online.

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• 2024 PPAF EXPO - Suppliers

  • Start
    August 21, 2024
  • End
    August 22, 2024
  • Location
    DoubleTree by Hilton at Sea World
  • Spaces left
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  REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 1, 2024
  

  PPAF Expo is known as the premier event in Florida for distributors. We are excited that the 2024 PPAF EXPO will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton at SeaWorld.

  We are anticipating another great turnout with over 400 distributors. There are new opportunities this year to achieve the highest visibility. Exhibitors can choose to participate in the Holiday Showcase as well as select the option to be located in a prime area.
  
  New component: We are reorganizing the booth area to provide more space and some fun components. So be sure to sign-up for the prime location add on (limited to first 10 sign-ups).

  As always exhibitors select their booth location
  based on when registration is
  paid in full and received.

  Regular Rate ($890): April 1 - May 31

  Late Registration ($990) Deadline: June 1- August 18
  
  To receive the prices listed above payment must be received by the date stated.

  Exhibits include:

  • 10x10 booth
  • One 6' table (additional tables can be purchased for $75/per table)
  • 2 chairs and a wastebasket
  • Each booth comes with 2 rep tickets. Each additional rep is $79 per person, with a max of 4 reps per 10x10 booth.
    
    

  
  For more information about your 2024 PPAF Exhibitor Registration, please contact Jenny Taylor, Executive Director
  at jenny@ppaf.com or 813.204.9089.

     Terms and Conditions: Refunds will be given until August 1, 2023 minus a service fee of $200.  After August 1, 2023, no refunds will be given. Each Booth comes with 2 rep tickets and each additional rep is $79 per person. Exhibitor’s table space may not be re-sold, transferred or assigned. Only the company completing the front of this form may show the products it sells to distributors in your space. You may only exhibit your products and services. You agree that Show in its sole discretion will assign you your space. You agree that PPAF in its sole discretion may change your assigned space at any time. Solicitation of employees/consultants/contractors during the PPAF EXPO hours is prohibited. Your display must be for the sole purpose of promoting Your supplier business. 
  *There is a 3% service fee added to pay online.

  INSURANCE: You are completely and solely responsible for Your table space, the materials that You ship to and from the show, and the material in your space whether shipped by Show or a Third-party. Consequently, You should have appropriate insurance. The PPAF EXPO reserves the rights to reject, eject, or prohibit any exhibit in whole or part, with or without giving cause. Show liability for rejection without giving cause shall be limited to a refund to You of the amount of fees unearned at the time of ejection. However, if You or Your exhibit is ejected for violation of these rules or any other stated reason (with cause), no return of fees will be made.
    

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• Webinar Wednesday:

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    August 28, 2024
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• Tuesday Learning Lab: Packaging Sells

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    September 10, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  Packaging Sells

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• Webinar Wednesday: Gen Z Buyers

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    September 25, 2024
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    12:30 PM

   
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Learning Lab:

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    October 08, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  
  

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• Webinar Wednesday: Cliff Quicksell Will be Sharing

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    October 30, 2024
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    12:30 PM

   
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Learning Lab:

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    November 05, 2024
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    12:30 PM

  

  
  

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• Webinar Wednesday:

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    November 20, 2024
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• Tuesday Learning Lab:

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    December 03, 2024
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• Webinar Wednesday: Paul Kiewit, MAS Will Be Sharing

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    December 18, 2024
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    12:30 PM

   
  

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

  
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