Pikes Peak Recognition | Promotional Products & Apparel | Colorado Springs, CO

6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers

Sep 22

Everyone knows that dogs are man's best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets by...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Aug 16

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But have you ever considered storytel...

6 Branded Hot Sauces That Bring the Heat

Jul 17

Promotional products work best when they earn a place in your customer's daily life. Branded hot sauce does exactly that. It's fun, useful, and different from the usual giveaway. Instead of sitt...

Your Guide to Decoration Methods: Part 1

Mar 6

How do you decide which type of decorating method to use when so many possibilities are available for customized apparel and products? Each decorating choice has various advantages. In this blog, w...

The Best Apps For Organization

Feb 5

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Oct 24, 2025

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Aug 11, 2025

People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...

5 Black-Belt Worthy Karate Promo Products

Aug 3, 2025

Ready to chop and kick your way into a win? Well, look no further! Here are five top-notch karate items that are perfect for any karate school! Karate Medal Karate Stress Reliever K...

These Are the Tech-Savvy Promotional Products You Are Looking For

Apr 18, 2025

Technology advances exponentially. By the time you finish reading this article, you might be actually be reading it in some virtual reality café where Elvis is serving you a strawberry daiqu...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

Apr 4, 2025

Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...

Take a Hike! 6 Products to Help you in the Great Outdoors

Jan 1, 2025

Did you know that between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there are 15 different ecological regions in North America? Right in our own back yard, you can go from the frosty tundra of far nor...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Sep 15, 2024

A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Jul 20, 2024

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

6 Products to Show Your Support for Breast Cancer Awareness

Mar 19, 2024

Suppose you're looking for a cause to support to make sure that your business is responsible and giving back to the community. In that case, breast cancer awareness is an excellent choice because i...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Jan 21, 2024

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

Relax and Unwind With These 10 Promo Products

Nov 29, 2023

Like that classic Beatles song, sometimes it can feel like your working eight days a week. Maybe you've had back to back meetings or you've had a stressful travel week. Whatever the case, nothing h...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Oct 31, 2023

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save y...

12 Perfect Pediatric Products for Babies

Jul 19, 2023

Oh, babies! What a joy to welcome. Bringing a new baby into the world is so exciting (but also stressful and frequently sleepless). New parents know that there's a lot to procure and prepare before...

Bamboo: It's Not Just for Pandas!

Jul 12, 2023

What first comes to mind when you think of the phrase "made from sustainable materials"? Bamboo, of course! Bamboo, which is a type of grass (who knew!), is an incredible renewable and sustainable ...

6 Fun Products for Keeping Kids Occupied at Home

Jun 27, 2023

Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced many schools and daycares to close, millions of children are experiencing a major disruption in their daily lives. Parents working from home may be struggl...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Apr 30, 2023

Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers...

Yes, There's a Difference: Everything You Need to Know About Pens

Apr 22, 2023

Even as much of our world goes digital and paperless, the pen remains an essential tool in both office and home life. With so many different types of pens, choosing the "write" one can be a lot har...

From Zero to Wow: 6 Uniforms That Every Employee Will Love

Jan 26, 2023

Have you ever worked at a 9 to 5 job where there is a mandatory uniform? But... this required uniform is old, frumpy, and 100 percent unflattering? We've been there too! There are benefits of unif...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Jan 12, 2023

Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Nov 5, 2022

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World

Aug 23, 2022

For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...

The History of Promotional Products

Aug 16, 2022

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Jun 25, 2022

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it - Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform have re...

Top 3 Color Trends for 2022

Jun 2, 2022

Your promotional products color palette plays a significant role in the decision-making process. One of the biggest reasons colors influence consumer behavior is that individuals want to stay on-t...

Your Guide to Drinkware

May 3, 2022

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Mar 12, 2022

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Jan 6, 2022

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Sep 20, 2021

A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...

Case Study: Keep it Cooler

Aug 7, 2021

Description: Dual Compartment Cooler Bag Industry: Corporate / Fortune 500 What it was purchased for: An annual company picnic for employees and their families. Each year they give thei...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Jul 2, 2021

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

What Makes Gen Z Tick?

Jun 17, 2021

It's 2020, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may work a...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

May 5, 2021

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

Swing, Batter! The Best MLB Promotions

Mar 15, 2021

Looking beyond the peanuts and Cracker Jacks, there are some creative new promotions heading to major league baseball stadiums this season! The tradition of these MLB giveaways dates all the way b...

Take 5 of These Promotional Products for the Medical Field, and Call Me in the Morning

Mar 1, 2021

It can be tough for people in the medical field to get their names out to new patients. If you own a restaurant, you can have your cool mascot show up at a local sports game and toss out t-shirts. ...

4 Steps to #Winning Social Media

Nov 13, 2020

Social media is one of the fastest growing and ever-changing media platforms in existence. What began as an online community for the younger generations, now encompasses billions of people across t...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Sep 1, 2020

In recent years, home gardening has gone from a small hobby to a full-blown trend. Houseplants aren't just beautiful home décor- they're actually good for your health! Owning indoor plants c...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Jul 27, 2020

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Jul 20, 2020

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...