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Advertising Specialty Institute
The Advertising Specialty Institute (ASI) is the largest media, marketing and education organization serving the promotional products industry, with a network of over 25,000 distributors and suppliers throughout North America. ASI leads the industry in technology solutions, providing cloud-based e-commerce, enterprise resource planning software (ERP) and customer relationship management software (CRM). ESP Web is the industry's leading tool for sourcing hundreds of thousands of products. A…
Episodes
Advertising Specialty InstitutePreviewing the Power Summit
In this Promo Insiders podcast hosted by ASI Media Digital News Director Christopher Ruvo, ASI executives Andy Cohen and Michele Bell offer insights into what…
Advertising Specialty InstituteProduct Innovation, Multicultural Marketing With Richard Montañez
In this episode of Promo Insiders, ASI Media Executive Editor Sara Lavenduski speaks with Richard Montañez, the former vice president of multicultural sales…
Advertising Specialty InstituteSwag.com’s Jeremy Parker & Josh Orbach: The Great Disruptors
Swag.com founders Jeremy Parker and Josh Orbach are two millennials who got their start selling T-shirts, had an assist from Mark Cuban (of all people) and…
Advertising Specialty InstituteCultivating a Family Business
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Senior Writer John Corrigan talks with Sandtricia Strickland, president of Essential Creations Chicago, about overcoming…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 81: Expert Tips on How to Distribute Your Podcast
If you have a great podcast but have no idea how to get it out there, then this is the Social Angle podcast you've been waiting for! ASI Media's Vinnie…
Advertising Specialty InstituteOnboarding Gen Z During Remote Work
Two Gen Z sales reps discuss training during the pandemic and why they’re looking forward to a communal office.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 80: Importance of Social Media Security
ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll talks with Starline's Jon Norris, a former Tech Executive of the Year, about the importance of social media security in this Social…
Advertising Specialty InstituteBuild Relationships With Digital Marketing
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Theresa Hegel, executive editor of digital content, talks with Christina Ross, president of Silver Frog Marketing, about how…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 79: How to Keep Your Brand Relevant During Change
ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll talks with brand industry expert Allen Adamson about how businesses can recognize when it's time for a change, and how to stay…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePromo’s Supply Chain in Q4 & Beyond
alphabroder’s Andrea Routzahn, a global sourcing ace with some 30 years of experience, offers can’t-miss insights about everything from inventory shortfalls to…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePlan Now for 2021 Holiday Sales: Top Apparel Picks & Trends
The end of the year will be here before you know it, which means now’s the time to shore up end-of-year orders. Find out all of the sales tips and retail…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 78: Grab End-Buyer Attention With Nostalgia
In this episode of The Social Angle, ASI Media's Social Media Manager Melissa Newman joins Content Creator Jade Buchanan for a chat about all-things nostalgia…
Advertising Specialty InstituteA Candid Conversation On Canadian Promo
In this special edition of Promo Insiders, Digital Content Director Vin Driscoll hosts a Twitter Space with Sara Lavenduski, executive editor of digital…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePlanning for Potential Return of PPE
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Senior Writer John Corrigan talks with the CEO of Beverly, MA-based Boost Promotions (asi/142942) about preparing for the…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 77: The Power of Nostalgia in Marketing
In the latest Social Angle podcast, ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll chats with PromoShop's Kris Robinson for a lively discussion about the power of nostalgia…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 76: ASI Chicago Recap and Social Media For Live Events
While social media professionals continue to fight perceptions that social media is “easy” or a job that you can delegate to an intern, ASI Media’s Melissa…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 75: Promo and Lifestyle Content
Meet Sarah Whitaker, the owner and client success manager at Williams Advertising and Branded by Williams. Whitaker is a master at creating lifestyle content…
Advertising Specialty InstituteSpilling the Tea on Next Level Apparel’s Eco-Friendly Tees
Next Level Apparel needs no introduction as one of the leaders in promo apparel trends and fashion … but did you know they’re a leader in sustainable…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Ins and Outs of Brand Stunts
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Sara Lavenduski, ASI Media’s executive editor of digital content, speaks with Margo Kahnrose, chief marketing officer of…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 74: Why Sustainability Matters
In the latest Social Angle podcast, ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll talks with Kelly Brown, of Green Giftz, about how well-designed and eco-friendly merchandise…
Advertising Specialty InstituteFirst Impressions of the Promo Industry
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Theresa Hegel, ASI Media’s executive editor of digital content, chats with Roderick and Mark about the lasting impression…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 73: Social Selling on LinkedIn
In this episode of the Social Angle podcast, Jay Busselle and Jessica Gibbons-Rauch chat with ASI Media’s Melissa Newman to talk all-things social selling…
Advertising Specialty InstituteWeighing the Pros and Cons of the NIL Ruling
In this episode of the Promo Insiders podcast, Senior Writer John Corrigan speaks with Steve Flaughers, owner of Proforma 3rd Degree Marketing, about his…
Advertising Specialty InstituteVantage, Lynka Execs Discuss Acquisition
Top 40 supplier Vantage Apparel (asi/93390) recently acquired Lynka, the leading full-service European corporate apparel supplier. Vantage CEO Ira Neaman and…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 72: How to Create Great Content
In this episode of the Social Angle podcast, ASI Media’s Melissa Newman chats virtually with Kirby Hasseman, owner of Hasseman Marketing & Communications…
Advertising Specialty InstituteState of the Industry 2021 Report
In a year with wildly unpredictable results, the Counselor team discusses the most surprising findings from our SOI issue.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 71: Social Media and the Cannabis Market
ASI Media's Melissa Newman talks with Ryan Tickle of Cannabis Promotions about how he approaches marketing a product as controversial and divisive as cannabis.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 70: The Benefits of Twitter Spaces
In the latest Social Angle podcast, ASI Media’s Vinnie Driscoll talks to Michelle Garrett, PR consultant and freelance writer, about how to use Spaces for your…
Advertising Specialty InstituteCounselor’s 2021 Person of the Year: Jonathan Isaacson
In this discussion, ASI Media Digital News Director Christopher Ruvo talks with Jonathan Isaacson, Gemline's CEO/Chairman, about his efforts and achievements…
Advertising Specialty InstituteDistributor Entrepreneurs of the Year: Menda Wright and Ann Vidro
In this Promo Insiders podcast, Executive Editor Theresa Hegel talks with Menda Wright and Ann Vidro – Counselor’s 2021 Distributor Entrepreneurs of the Year…
Advertising Specialty InstituteLifetime Achievement: Steve Levschuk
The Canadian industry veteran looks ahead to business after COVID.
Advertising Specialty InstituteCounselor Woman of Distinction: Sandy Gonzalez
The 2021 Woman of Distinction discusses her start in the industry and the path forward after COVID.
Advertising Specialty InstituteCounselor’s 2021 International Persons of the Year: Matt Franks & Miles Lovegrove of Fluid Branding
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Michele Bell, ASI’s vice president of Editorial, Education & Special Events talks to Matt Franks and Miles Lovegrove…
Advertising Specialty InstituteLessons Learned From a Life in Promo
Walter Hill Jr. talks about his new book Think Red Flags and shares his approach to entrepreneurship.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 69: Importance of Content, Storytelling and Identity
In this episode of The Social Angle podcast, Bobby Lehew, of commonsku, shares his thoughts on content, storytelling and identity through his own origin story…
Advertising Specialty InstituteBehind the Scenes of #PromointheWild
In this Promo Insiders podcast, Senior Writer John Corrigan talks with ASI Social Media Manager Melissa Newman about what to expect this year for Promo in the…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 68: Building a Strong Personal Brand on Social Media
Now more than ever, having a strong personal brand can help you build your business. In this informative Social Angle podcast, ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll…
Advertising Specialty InstituteAchieving High-Performance Sales Goals
Here’s a sign that we’re getting back to normalcy – Dan Thurmon is coming to ASI Chicago. An ASI Show favorite, the president of Motivation Works will be once…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 67: How to Use Youtube for Your Business
If you produce any video for your business you should be storing them in the social media platform YouTube. If not, you could be losing out on some valuable…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Return to the Office
Theresa Hegel and Sara Lavenduski discuss rising tensions between employers looking to open their doors and employees who want to remain remote.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 66: Pandemic, Pivoting and Game Night: A Promo Distributor's Story
Wendy Ferber and Andy Nadel, the husband-and-wife team behind Pride Products, made a crucial pivot during the pandemic that led to a new business opportunity…
Advertising Specialty InstituteWinning Strategies for Fully Customized Products
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Theresa Hegel, executive editor of digital content at ASI, chats with CEO Jeffrey Mayer and Jordan Scaduto, executive vice…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 65: Pivoting Your Social Media Marketing Strategy
In this episode of The Social Angle, ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll and Melissa Newman dissect a recent Twitter thread from Jayde Powell, head of social and…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePreparing for the Return of Live Events
Warming weather and states reopening are factors paving the way for the return of live events across the country – both within the promotional products…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 64: How to Grow Your Small Business with Social Media and Podcasts
Swire Ho knows how to maximize his time. The director of sales & marketing at Garuda Promo and Branding Solutions has been able to successfully grow his small…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePredicting the Future of Virtual Trade Shows
As vaccination spreads and restrictions are lifted throughout the United States, businesses are returning to normalcy with large, in-person gatherings. ASI is…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 63: The Early Days of Promo and Social Media
In the latest episode of The Social Angle podcast, ASI Media's Vinnie Driscoll and Dana Zezzo, of American Solutions for Business, fire up the DeLorean and…
Advertising Specialty InstituteHALO Debuts New Brand Identity
Two executives at the Top 40 firm discuss how the energized brand encapsulates – and builds on – HALO’s unique value proposition.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 62: The Power of Moment Merch
You've probably heard the term moment merch, but why is it powerful and how can you capitalize on it in the promo space? We've got all the answers! In this fun…
Advertising Specialty InstituteFinancial Essentials for Small Business
In this episode of Promo Insiders, Executive Editor Sara Lavenduski speaks with Barry Moltz, a small business expert, speaker and author, about best practices…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 61: Growth Marketing Strategies
In this short and sweet episode, ASI's Melissa Newman is joined by Nadine De Jesus, inbound marketing specialist at Modern Driven Media, to talk about growth…
Advertising Specialty InstituteSupply Chain Upheaval and the Promo Products Industry
Supplier Jeffrey Nanus shares key insights on the issues that are causing inventory problems and rising prices, and why he believes the challenges are…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 60: Cultivating Community on Social Media
There are a plethora of choices when it comes to social media networks, but what happens when none of them provide the experience or community you’re looking…
Advertising Specialty InstituteSpring & Summer Wearables - How to Decorate Top Products
The weather is getting warmer, so now’s the time to start thinking about summer promo orders. Today’s guest, Rachel Corey, promo fulfillment manager of STAHLS’…
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 59: How to Get Started with Podcasting
If you're interested in podcasting but don't know where to start, these tips are for you!
Advertising Specialty InstituteDiplomacy & Promo: Industry Veteran Receives Global Leadership Award
An industry veteran talks about her years in the industry and experience as a citizen diplomat in Philadelphia.
Advertising Specialty InstituteThe Social Angle, Episode 58: Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
In this short episode of the Social Angle, Melissa Newman is joined by ASI Employment Manager, Shelby Kay, to discuss smart strategies for optimizing your…
Advertising Specialty InstitutePodcast: Sales Training: What Sueded Fabric Is & How to Sell It
Pop quiz: Do you know what sueded fabric is? While it sometimes might feel like there’s nothing new to see in the world of promo apparel fabrics, Next Level…
Advertising Specialty InstituteSmall Businesses During the Pandemic
Smaller firms have been hit harder than the rest of the promo industry; ASI editors explore the issue and how distributors are coping.