
Why Event Activations Bring Out the Kid in All of Us
The joy of making something your own can change the feel of an event. Bob Lilly Jr. explores creativity, contagious enjoyment, and the trophy value of personalized merchandise.
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The joy of making something your own can change the feel of an event. Bob Lilly Jr. explores creativity, contagious enjoyment, and the trophy value of personalized merchandise.

50+ employee award ideas organized by category: performance, values, milestones, and fun awards, plus what to give so the award is kept, not shelved.

A practical guide to years of service awards: which milestones to honor, what to give at 5, 10, and 25 years, and how to run a program people remember.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Multi-year agreement pairs the SellersCommerce enterprise Ecommerce platform with BLP’s Garland, Texas fulfillment center and fully managed program model. GARLAND, Texas (July 14, 2026): Bob Lilly Promotions…

After 27 years of helping organizations build stronger brands and better employee experiences, BLP unveils a website designed around how today’s buyers actually work DALLAS, Texas, July 21, 2026. Bob Lilly…

2026 Counselor Best Places to Work In an industry built on relationships, the best companies know that culture isn’t just a perk – it’s the foundation for long-term success. The…

By Bob Lilly, Jr. | Published: April 2, 2026 | Bob Lilly Promotions According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 65% of businesses fail within their first ten years

Promo products remain one of the most impactful ways to engage customers, build brand loyalty and create lasting impressions. But there’s one thing that makes them even more powerful

We’ve all noticed it: branded merchandise that sounds great on paper but ends up in the trash. You know, pens that don’t write, T-shirts that just sit in the closet

If you’ve ever dealt with a last-minute merch order, inconsistent logo placement, or five departments all sourcing swag from five different vendors, you’re not alone.


The latest creative trends, product inspiration, and brand ideas, curated by our team for your next big project.