PPB August 2020

$1,000,001 - $2,500,000 Supplier Star Hadrus Vinyl Graphics Rio Rancho, New Mexico Hadrus Vinyl Graphics is a large-format graphics manufacturer with the singular goal of being the go-to source for all large- format graphics in the promotional products industry. “At Hadrus Vinyl Graphics, our mission is to provide promotional product distributors unique ways to capture attention or communicate a message,” says President John Moore. “Our line of specialty graphics supports this vision by offering creative, yet practical, cost-effective products that deliver innovative and alternative marketing solutions.” Moore credits the company’s success for winning a Supplier Star with the quality of its team. “A top-quality company must be filled with top-quality people,” he says. “Hadrus Vinyl Graphics prides itself on the employee morale and team spirit that flows through all departments because, in the promotional products industry, success only comes from doing thousands and thousands of little things with perfection. How we accomplish this is a bit complicated, but it is based on simple principles—treat everyone fairly, respect others’ views and conduct business in an upfront, ethical manner. And that is where attention to quality, caring service and thoughtful communication just become second nature. It’s genuine.” $2,500,001 - $5,000,000 Supplier Star Toddy Gear Chicago, Illinois Toddy Gear was founded in 2010 as an innovative retail brand in the world of fashion-forward and premium-quality tech accessories. It moved into the promotional space in 2011 with customizable tech accessories and innovative imprinting capabilities. Vice President Jason Emery says Toddy Gear's mission is simple: to provide an enjoyable, productive place of employment for employees, one that supports a happy and healthy lifestyle while allowing the opportunity for those who contribute to continue to grow both professionally and creatively. “Our philosophy is that if we achieve this sort of culture within the company, the marketing, products and services we offer will mirror the pride our team has in working together as we build this thing called Toddy Gear,” he says. About winning a Supplier Star, he’s grateful for the recognition. “We are very fortunate to be consistently recognized and are thankful to learn that our customers consistently appreciate what we bring to the promotional market. All the ideas that make Toddy Gear what it is, either through our unique marketing, product development, decoration capabilities and, most importantly, service, are the result of the combined efforts of our team.” Before any product launch or marketing initiative, he says the team has the opportunity to build on the concept, add to improve it and to contribute in every area possible. They also host “think tank” meetings, which help the team build together from concept to creation. “Regardless of your role at Toddy Gear, you have a say in the final outcome. This is our formula for success,” says Emery. $2,500,001 - $5,000,000 Award of Merit Pacesetter Awards Co. Chicago, Illinois Pacesetter Awards is a third-generation family-owned and operated company that believes in the importance of high-quality service. The line includes a large variety of crystal, glass and Lucite awards, plaques and gifts, plus acrylic barriers, sneeze guards and signage of all kinds. Kamil Dys, national sales manager, says the company’s philosophy for doing business is simple: Treat customers like you want to be treated and provide a quality product with excellent customer service. Pacesetter accomplishes this in several ways. “When working with any distributor, whether they’re a top customer of ours or first-time customer, we want them to have a great experience,” he says. “We know distributors have to be experienced in a lot of different PPAI Supplier Stars | FEATURE | AUGUST 2020 | 17