Promotional Products Updates, Resources and Reviews

A Cornucopia of New Products

2011-11-28T12:16:00.001-05:00

In this episode your host, Joe Haley, presents a cornucopia of new products including die-cut spatulas and a light up pulsating mini speaker. Also included is a cool new product that features and interesting way to present guitar picks.

If you are interested in any of the Promotional Products in this video or would like ideas on how to use Promotional Products to help Build your Business and Drive Sales call us at: 800-923-8878.

2011-11-23T15:54:00.001-05:00

Allen & Goel Marketing Company wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

Winter Promotions

2011-11-16T17:28:00.001-05:00

On today's show our host, Joe, showcases several products for cold weather promotions including a pair of gloves and a plaid, fleece blanket.

Also featured: Gloves, Plaid Blanket, Bamboo Utensils in Pouch, Lip Balm and Sports Bag.

If you are interested in any of the Promotional Products in this video or would like ideas on how to use Promotional Products to help Build your Business and Drive Sales call us at: 800-923-8878.

Unique Mailable Items

2011-11-16T17:15:00.001-05:00

In today's show, your host, Joe presents some interesting mailable products including a sticky note calendar and a pop-up map. Using Promotional Products in your direct mail campaigns greatly increases your return on investment for the campaign. If you are interested in any of the Promotional Products in this video or would like ideas on how to use Promotional Products to help Build your Business and Drive Sales call us at: 800-923-8878.

Holiday Products

2011-11-16T17:06:00.002-05:00

Just in time for the holidays, Joe, showcases some great products that companies can brand and give out including ornaments and a seed infused greeting card. If your tired of handing out the same gifts year after year and want to try something different then give us a call at 800-923-8878 or visit PromotionalProductsAmerica.com.

Kristan shows off Beach Towel

2011-06-30T12:21:00.000-04:00

Here is a video of Kristan from Allen & Goel Marketing Company showing off a beach towel we recently
did for one of our customers.

Auto Market

2011-06-27T14:16:00.000-04:00

Joe Haley shares information and data about one market that's currently on the rebound: the automotive sector. This video details the opportunities available for growth and provides sales strategies for targeting the market. And, of course, no episode of The Joe Show is complete without a gallery of products -- this one showcasing items that would work well for automotive industry.

A Great Computer Accessory

2011-06-27T14:02:00.001-04:00

Rita from Allen & Goel Marketing shows off a product we did for one her customers.

Targeted Promotions

2011-05-09T16:16:00.002-04:00

Joe Haley shows off some new items sure to help you target specific types of clients. Looking to appeal to clients marketing to teens and tweens? Want an idea to help you get in with high-tech customers?

Check out this episode.

As always, if you have questions about any of the products featured in this video, then please call us at 800-923-8878 to talk to one of our Promotional Product Specialists.

Fun in the Sun

2011-04-26T16:49:00.003-04:00

This week's video shows off some cool products that are perfect for summer promotions.
Is your business looking to appeal to an outdoor audience?
Want to turn that summer corporate outing into a memorable winner?

Watch this video and find out how.

As always, if you have questions about any of the products featured in this video, then please call us at 800-923-8878 to talk to one of our Promotional Product Specialists.

Hot Items and Cool Ideas

2011-04-08T14:39:00.003-04:00

Get a "sneak peek" of some of the hottest Promotional Products of 2011 on this installment of the "Joe Show."

As always, if you have questions about any of the products featured in this video, then please call us at 800-923-8878 to talk to one of our Promotional Product Specialists.

2nd Quarter Sale!

2011-03-25T12:29:00.006-04:00

Allen & Goel Marketing Company launched their 2nd Quarter Sales Promotion today. The sale features reduced pricing on over 200 products from the company's top vendors.

Products will be on sale until June 30th of this year.

Click Here to view our products on Sale. The items are featured on all of our 119 websites included in our Regional Promo Website Network.

Promotional Products for Meetings

2011-03-25T11:56:00.003-04:00

Here are some ideas for your next meeting, convention or tradeshow. The featured products can be used as team builders or reminders of the event. Let us know if we can help you make your next Executive or Sales Meeting an event to remember....

If you would like more information about any of the products in this video please call Allen & Goel Marketing Company at 800-923-8878 to talk to one of our Promotional Product Specialists.

Desk Items and Accessories

2011-03-17T16:13:00.004-04:00

This latest video contains Desk Related Promotional Products and gives ideas on how to they can be used.

As you plan your next promotion, consider the importance of "location, location, location." If your goal is to be in front of your prospects on a daily basis and those prospects are chained to their desks, then it only makes sense to remind them about your products and services on desk related items and accessories. Contact our office if you would like one of our Promotional Product Specialists to assist you and putting together a targeted, cost-efficient program.

If you would like more information about any of the products in this video please call Allen & Goel Marketing Company at 800-923-8878 to talk to one of our Promotional Product Specialists.

The Joe Show: Some New Products for 2011

2011-03-01T15:16:00.002-05:00

Stay on top of promotional product trends in 2011 and view the Joe Show for new items that will dominate the industry this year.

Winter and Cold Weather Promotions

2010-12-10T13:41:00.002-05:00

Here are some great items if you are looking to do outdoor marketing in the winter. Let us know if you have any questions.

Corporate Gift Giving for the Holidays

2010-12-10T13:36:00.001-05:00

Joe Haley (from ASI-TV) shows off some cool items perfect for corporate gift campaigns. Need something to give to that high-level executive you're trying to woo? Are you looking for innovative corporate gift items for your next promotion? Check out this episode of The Joe Show.

Products for Tradeshows, Conventions and Sales Meetings.

2010-12-10T13:33:00.002-05:00

Joe Haley, from ASI TV, displays some cool items perfect for trade shows and meetings. Are you planning on giving out new booth gifts at shows you exhibit at? Looking for ideas for your next sales meeting? Check out this episode of The Joe Show.

Some More New Products for 2011

2010-12-10T13:28:00.001-05:00

Looking for ways to spark new ideas? Want to catch prospects' attention in 2011 with useful and unique items? Check out this episode of The Joe Show.

The Joe Show: New Products for 2011

2010-11-17T23:47:00.002-05:00

In this episode Joe shows off some of the new Promotional Products that will be showing up in 2011. If you have any questions or would like samples of any of the products you see, then please give us a call at 800-923-8878.

Resident Promotions.com Launched!

2010-11-06T04:57:00.003-04:00

On November 5th 2010, Allen & Goel Marketing Company launched Resident Promotions.com. The website will service the Apartment and Property Management Industry.

The website features over 700,000 different Promotional Products, including many item that will Attract and Retain new residents.

More Details to follow....

Search for Promotional Products on your iPhone!

2010-09-29T17:10:00.004-04:00

Have you ever been on the way to a trade show to find out that you need to order some Promotional Products in a RUSH?

Maybe you are on the road or killing some time in the airport and would like to browse through some Promotional Products to enhance your next quarter's marketing campaign?

Finally, you can browse and shop for over 700,000 unique and useful Promotional Products from the comfort of your own phone.

iPromoMarket.com is the official mobile based Promotional Product website for Allen & Goel Marketing Company and all 78 of their Regional Promo Websites.

Check it out on your iPhone today: iPromoMarket.com

The Joe Show: Cameras and Picture Frames

2010-08-30T11:56:00.003-04:00

This week we focus on Cameras and Picture Frames and how effective they can be as Promotional Products. Items such as picture frames and camera have a longer "staying power" than some other, more common, Promotional Products. We all know that the longer that the item is used, the longer your message that is imprinted on the item reaches them. If you have any questions about these, or other Promotional Products, then simply call one of our Promotional Product Specialists at 800.923.8878.

Featured Products and their Information:

Curved Chrome Metal Frame

Disposable Golf Camera

Wedding Camera

Custom Full Color Portrait Folders (Deluxe)

Quickdraw Video And Still Camera

Acrylic Magnetic Picture Frames

Take a Hike: Promotional Products for the Outdoors

2010-08-24T13:12:00.002-04:00

This week's video focuses on Promotional Products that are perfect giveaways for people interested in the outdoors. Campers and hikers appreciate and use Promotional Products all the time. If you own a business or promote a service to people with these interests, what better way is there other than Promotional Products?

Products featured in video:

25 Oz. Valley Stainless Water Bottle
Survival Pouch
Cell Phone Pouch
Zip N' Clip Mp3 Speaker Case
Curve Light / Multi-tool Set
Schwarzwolf Armador 10-in-1 Multi-tool
Drawstring Backpack

Make Some Noise!!!

2010-08-09T12:16:00.003-04:00

This week's video is focuses on Promotional Products that make noise.
These are great attention grabbers at tradeshows and other outreach functions.

Products Featured:

Riff-rocker USB Guitar Game

Inflatable Noise Makers (Economy)

Talking Pen

Big Sound & Light Button

For Immediate Release: Release of New Regional Promotional Products Websites

2010-08-02T16:05:00.012-04:00

Allen & Goel Marketing Company is proud to announce the launching of 28 new Regional Promotional Products Websites. "Many of these websites are already live and operational, but we've scheduled the official launch date for September 1st of 2010," said Ronn Allen, Executive Partner of the King of Prussia, PA based Promotional Products Distributor. The September release will allow the websites to gain some momentum before the all important 4th Sales Quarter and Holiday Season.

"We are very excited about this phase of website releases," added Allen. "Some of these websites will give us a much stronger presence in the country than we've had in the past, a great example of this is our expanded presence in the New England Region. For the last two years we've been represented in that region only by our Promotional Products Boston website. In this round of releases we've increased our coverage in that area by adding 6 more websites including Promotional Products Hartford, Promotional Products Providence and Promotional Products New England. Our coverage has also increased in California and Arizona where the formula has been been very successful for us in the past."

The release of these 28 new websites on September 1st will increase the number of Regional Promotional Products Websites managed by Allen & Goel Marketing Company to a total of Seventy-Eight (78).

"Now that we have such a wide coverage area, it presents some new opportunities as far as taking advantage of regional sales trends as well as utilizing our Preferred Vendors in geographical areas that they are the strongest."

Tote Bags

2010-08-02T14:32:00.003-04:00

This week's video focuses on Tote Bags. Tote Bags are a hot topic in the news right now just for the simple fact that they are such a "Green Product." Please take a look back at an earlier blog entry entitled California Ban of Plastic Shopping Bags. This entry and video covers ways that Tote Bags could be the best bang for your promotional buck in the upcoming years due to sweeping political pressures in the retail sector to do away with plastic bags.

Also, please don't forget that Tote Bags might be the best Trade Show item out there. Imagine hundreds or even thousands of people carrying your logo around the show floor.

Below is a video that contains some of the hot Tote bags being sold this season:

Some of the Products featured:

Standard Non Woven Tote Bag
Super Jute Tote Bag
Saddle Bag Cooler & Tote
Anvil Boater Tote Bag

Also here is a link to a number of Tote Bags we have featured in our Quarterly Specials Section on our Regional Promotional Product Websites.

A Day at the Beach

2010-07-25T20:15:00.003-04:00

This week's video focuses on Promotional Products that are perfect for the beach. If you are interested in any of the products you see in this video please click on the links below to order or give us a call at 800-923-8878.

Featured Products:

Chefz Cheese Picnic Set
Slide Out Peepers Binoculars
Spf 30 Spray Sunscreen (1 Fl. Oz.)
Picnic Plus 2 Games Large Section Sport Cooler
High Back Standard Seating Height Recliner

Cool Promotions for the 2nd Half of 2010

2010-07-18T17:47:00.002-04:00

This week's video features many different product ideas for personal items to help get your name in front of your prospects and customers. As always, if you need more information on the items featured in this video simply give Allen & Goel Marketing Company a call at: 800-923-8878 or click on the product links below this video.

Product Links:

Alarm Clock
Kitchen Organizer
Cooling Bandana
Wipee Cell Phone Cleaner
Small Emery Board
Large Emery Board w/ Sleeve
Credit Card Emery Board
Beach Towels

Election Promotional Product Ideas

2010-07-12T11:31:00.004-04:00

This year is shaping up to be an important election year in many areas of State and Local government. This week's video features many different product ideas to get your name in front of voters. As always, if you need more information on the items featured in this video simply give Allen & Goel Marketing Company a call at: 800-923-8878 or click on the product links below this video.

Featured Product Links:

Yard Sign

Flag

Capitol Squeeze

Emery Board

Placard

D. Donkey Pin

R. Elephant Pin

Bumper Stickers

Press Release: New Promotional Videos on Regional Websites

2010-07-08T12:02:00.003-04:00

For Release: July 8th, 2010

Starting in July of 2010, Allen & Goel Marketing Company will be featuring Product Videos on all of its 50+ Regional Promotional Product Websites including Promotional Products Pittsburgh.com and Promotional Products Wyoming.com. The videos will contain new products that recently entered the market as well as old standards. They will also cite examples on how to apply these products into your campaigns.

"We feel that our customers and web visitors will love these videos," stated Ronn Allen, Executive Partner at Allen & Goel Marketing Company. "These product videos provide the viewers with much more than just a sampling of new products. They give great promotional ideas to use for your own business as well as giving unique suggestions on how to distribute the items themselves. If the viewer is interested in any of the products shown in the clip, all they have to do is simply call us at 800-923-8878 and our customer service team will provide them pricing and information."

The Promotional Product Videos will be a mix of Self Produced Videos and Industry Standard videos such as ASI's Joe Show. Shows will be updated on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.

"We are very happy to be providing this service to our customers and visitors" adds Allen. This is just another reason for people to bookmark our websites and to return again and again to both view the new videos and to check out our latest specials.

AGMCO Launches 3rd Quarter Sales Promotions a Week Early

2010-06-24T17:25:00.005-04:00

I guess when I get excited about something I just can't help myself. We launched our 3rd Quarter Sales Promotion a week early this year.

Some of the Sales Themes and Features are:

Full Color Promo Products
Tote Bags

Promotional Gift Sets

Poolside Promotions

The 3rd Quarter Promotion will also feature many items available in a Rush, products Under a $1 as well as other sales and featured items.

The Sale sites are contained on every website in the Promotional Products America network of website.

To visit: Specials

Allen & Goel Marketing Company's Nationwide Network of Sites Continues to Grow

2010-06-20T15:07:00.002-04:00

Allen & Goel Marketing Company has reported that despite the continued stall in the economy their nationwide network of Promotional Product websites have seen increased traffic and growth. Because Allen & Goel Marketing Company is a privately owned company, specific amounts and figures are not available for the public.

Top Five in Traffic During May 2010:

Promotional Products California.com

Promotional Products Miami.com

Promotional Products America.com

Promotional Products Los Angeles.com

Promotional Products Texas.com

Top Five Largest Growth in Traffic Compared to Previous Month - May 2010:

Promotional Products Nebraska.com

Promotional Products South Dakota.com

Promotional Products Nashville.com

Promotional Products Kentucky.com

Promotional Products Oklahoma.com

Ways for YOU to save money on EVERY Promotional Product purchase.

2010-06-20T12:51:00.004-04:00

I'm not providing any new insight by stating that the economy has been in the toilet for the last two years. Just open any newspaper (are there any left?), turn on any news channel or read any blog and you will find news about the doom and gloom that we are currently in and may be in for the next few years.

That being said, it has been a trying time for all businesses large and small. The wild card has always been on the marketing side of things. Marketing can be the investment made to keep your company afloat in times like these by providing a steady amount of leads, or it can be an expense that can hit your company's wallet hard, kill cash flow and hinder your growth.

Promotional Products are an important part of any marketing mix and if used wisely, can feed the efforts in other areas of your promotional campaigns. Included below are ways that you can save money on EVERY Promotional Product purchase you make. They might seem like basic suggestions, but you'd be surprised by the amount of companies that don't heed this advice and end up spending up to an average of 30% more per purchase.

Plan Ahead

This is the best thing you can do to reduce your Promotional Product investment. The longer you wait to pull the trigger on a purchase the less options you have as far as controlling your costs. Shipping costs become a dire concern. The difference between ground shipping and overnight shipping can be staggering. In just this area alone, if planned ahead, can greatly reduce your costs.

Another thing to consider as well is the product itself. Over the last few years our industry has become excellent at providing same day and next day production on alot of their products. But, that at times comes with a price as well. By planning ahead you will have more options on products, will reduce the chance of out of stocks and may even be able to capitalize on specials the vendor may be offering.

Distribution

Have you considered who will get these items and how will you hand these out? The perfect Promotional Product isn't worth a thing if it's given to someone that isn't considered a prospect of your business. It's also a waste of your hard earned dollars if it sits in a box in your storage room. When talking with one of our Promotional Product Specialist at Allen & Goel Marketing, please be sure to ask if they have any ideas on creative ways to get these items into the hands of your prospects. You may not get an answer on the spot, but our team will meet about it and come up with ideas to present to you ASAP.

Logo and Artwork

This may not apply to larger companies that have Branding Compliance issues to consider, but we recommend that you have a version of your logo that can be converted to a one color. By all means if this will damage or hinder your image by moving to a one color then stay with the current version of your logo, but if you have the flexibility of using a one color version you will realize a cost saving per piece as well as saving on multi color setup costs.

Contact Info

It blows my mind on how many customers have to be persuaded to add contact information to their items. The key to good promotion is to be in your prospects face at the the very moment they need a service or product you provide. Wouldn't it be a sin to be right in front of them at that moment only to have them contact your competition because you haven't provided a way for them to contact you? I understand that there are situations that it doesn't make sense to provide contact info, but these situations are far and few between. Even employee morale handouts can contain a weblink that takes them to a useful HR page on your corporate website.

Just keeping these four important areas in mind will help you save money on every Promotional Product purchase you make. It will reduce your bottom line expense as well as ensuring a better chance of success for your investment.

Political Promotional Products

2010-06-18T12:45:00.002-04:00

Dosen't it seem like EVERY year is an election year? :)

For those of you running for office I've attached a video filled with inexpensive and effective ideas and products that can be used for campaigning purposes.

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Here is a direct link to our catalog for some more great ideas for Political Promotions: Click Here

California Ban of Plastic Shopping Bags

2010-06-11T17:39:00.003-04:00

Starting in 2012, California will be the first state in the US to outlaw the use of plastic shopping bags. I feel that this presents a great opportunity for different businesses, especially Apartment and Property Management Companies, to get some great exposure in the future. The answer is imprinted shopping tote bags. Everyone will be using them so why not offer them as an inexpensive, yet valued, move-in gift.

Here's an article talking about the California Plastic Shopping Bag Ban

Product Ideas and Suggestions:

Zippin Tote

Atlas Nonwoven Grocery Tote

Large Tote Bag

Non Woven Grocery Tote Bag

Other Tote Bags

Give us a call at 800-923-8878 if you would like to discuss.

Tool Related Promotional Products

2010-06-10T18:19:00.003-04:00

Tools imprinted with you company's logo and contact information are a great way to "hammer" home your image in the market place. There's many ways to use these item to increase exposure and drive sales. The video below contains a handful of ideas that I think you'll love.

If you'd like more information on some of the products featured click on the links below or give us a call at 800-923-8878.

Flashlight/Tool Box

Cordless Screwdriver

Screwdriver

Tri-corner Tool

Tools-keychain