4 From PPAI A Defining Moment 7 Creative Calendar Essentials 10 Use Case Distributor Faves From The PPAI Expo 2026 14 Solutions Spotlight Credit Services 16 In Style Fashion Finds From The PPAI Expo 2026 Voices 20 Responsibility From Momentum To Maturity 24 Your Business The Discipline Of ‘Not This Year’ Must Read 52 Promotional Products Work Summer Camps 58 PPAI Pyramid Awards Inspiring Client Promotions Community 72 Buzzworthy 75 PPPC Communiqué 77 New Members 83 Datebook 90 Perfect Promo CONTENTS 03.26 VOLUME 50, ISSUE 02 Changing Of The Guard 2026 brought several fresh faces to the PPAI Board of Directors. The latest arrivals bring new perspectives, along with plenty of experience and expertise to guide the Association into the future. 28 Best Of The PPAI Expo 2026 At the industry’s annual kickoff bonanza in Las Vegas, a sharper sense of direction powered connection, creativity and community. 44 2 2026 2026 2026 BEST OF THE BEST OF THE BEST OFTHE 44 34 28 PPAI Sales Volume Estimate Promo Reaches New Height But Hampered By External Volatility The annual report reveals industry insights concerning company size, sustainability, AI, retail brands, online sales and distributors using suppliers outside the industry. 34 Samantha Kates Joseph Sommer Frank Myers Bruce Barnet PPAI • MARCH 2026 • 3
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