27 Years, Five Recessions, and the One Lesson That Never Changes
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
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PPAI Promo News | Bob Lilly Promotions
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
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The ROI of Thoughtful Merch: 3 Client Stories That Delivered Results
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
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How Company Stores Drive Brand Consistency and Budget Control
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.
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Beyond Swag: What Today’s Buyers Actually Want from Branded Merchandise
There was a time when branded merchandise meant pens, stress balls, and keychains that were mass-produced, tossed on tables, and often thrown into the trash.
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5 Proven Ways to Use Welcome Kits to Improve Onboarding & New Hire Retention
Employee retention starts long before the first performance review. It begins with your onboarding experience, and more specifically, with the moment your new hire feels like they truly belong.
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The Rise of the Superfan Economy: How to Build Brand Advocates with Merchandise
In today’s world, attention is expensive and advocacy is priceless. Enter the superfan economy: a cultural and commercial shift where emotional loyalty is worth more than passive awareness. It’s no…
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Merch Is Culture: Why Your Brand Needs a Swag Strategy That Resonates | Dallas | Houston | Texas | USA
What’s the difference between branded swag and meaningful merchandise? One gets tossed in a drawer. The other builds community, culture, and loyalty. In today’s workplace and marketplace, merch is no…
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BLP Brand Camp 2025
Kick Your Merch Into High Gear at Toyota Stadium | National Soccer Hall of Fame Game On! Kick off your merch strategy with all-star suppliers and winning ideas at our…
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Summer Travel Swag for Clients & Teams | Dallas | Houston | Texas | USA
On-the-Go Branding With remote teams, hybrid work, and a travel boom in 2025, portable branded gear is a smart investment that delivers impressions on the move. Favorite Travel-Friendly Promo Items…
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