Movember is the month formerly known as November, where men and women across the globe join together to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues – specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives. Once registered at Movember.com, men grow and women support a Mo (Mo is Aussie slang for moustache, where Movember began) for 30 days, getting friends and family to donate to their efforts.

Funds raised in the US are directed to programs run directly by Movember, Prostate Cancer Foundation and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Together, the three channels work together to ensure that Movember funds are supporting a broad range of innovative, world-class programs in the areas of awareness and education, survivorship and research.

Let's honor the great men in our life with useful promotions!

Classic Sunglasses like BOLLE AND SERENGETI

Hunt Valley® 11-Function Pocket Knife

Bulova Corporate Collection Men's Watch w/Round Silver dial

Sheaffer (R) Classic Bi-Fold Wallet

High Sierra® Bright WATT CREE Zoomin Flashlight

Please call us for pricing for any of the above, expertly decorated with your logo!

Corporate Identity, Inc.

888-304-8550

National Small Business Week May 4-8

Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Promotional products are unparalleled in their ability to attract new clients, increase brand awareness and ultimately grow your small business.  They remain less expensive per impression than most other forms of advertising.

The number of impressions a product makes was derived from multiplying how long a recipient has the product to how many people they come in contact with each month while using it. Below are some interesting results. Promotional products have a lower cost-per-impression in the United States than prime-time television advertising, national magazine advertising and newspaper ads, and a similar CPI to radio and Internet advertising. 

Below are some of our favorites in each category.  Please call us for more information!

Reflective Metro Enviro-Shopper

Extreme Ball Marker Cap

Ballpoint Pen with Stylus-Call us for a sample!

Marmot Flashpoint Jacket

Alternative Men's Eco Crew T-Shirt

Corporate Identity, Inc.  888-304-8550

Promotions that Promote Brain Power!

Did you know Albert Einstein’s brain weighed at least 200 grams (0.44 pounds) less than the average male brain for his time period.  Hard to believe, right?  Albert Einstein considered a genius, was a German-born physicist and philosopher of science. He developed the general theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics.  Albert Einstein's wit and imagination continues to inspire us today.  Here is a list of promotional products that not only increase our intelligence, but help promote our creativity and problem solving abilities.    

1. Wooden Robot Puzzle #0014-KJ. 

This eminently poseable wooden robot, turns into a cube -- or any creative shape you want -- and back to a robot! Made from genuine hardwood in a natural finish with strong elastic bands holding the segments together. It's a great gift that they'll play with and keep on their desk, shelf or counter for years to come.  7" tall as robot; 2-1/4"sq as cube.  Imprint area:  3/4"w x 3/8"h. As low as $5.75/each.

 

2.  The Brainstring #8393-KJ.

The Brainstring Advanced is a puzzling promotion that is sure to pique every ones interest!  Move the strings of this puzzle around to untie the knot - it seems impossible, but it's not!  Up for the challenge?  Packaged in a full color box with instructions.  As low as $17.95/each. 

3.   Cubigami #0493-KJ

Think inside the box! Cubigami's hinged tiles connect to form cubes, fold them up to solve seven different puzzles. Each puzzle is more challenging than the last. After you fold the last puzzle you will agree, it's hip to be square!  Imprint area:  4.75" w x 0.75" h (over multiple squares).  As low as $12.60/each.

4.  Maze Pen # 0192-KJ.  

Keep your eye on the ball as you navigate it through the maze!  The Maze Pen is a fun & functional item enjoyed by kids and adults alike.  Your choice of: red, blue, yellow, white or pink.  Imprint (barrel) area:  2"w x 3/4"h.  As low as .89/each. 

 

5.  The Ball of Whacks #4693-KJ.

Created by Roger von Oech, The Ball of Whacks is the perfect creativity tool for innovators, artists, engineers, writers, students, educators and you! It is a creative stimulant and a mental freshener Consists of 30 magnetic design blocks that can be rearranged into many, many shapes -- including the remarkable 30-sided rhombic triacontahedron.  More versatile than a puzzle and lots more than a brain teaser, there's no right or wrong way to play with it. Each individual piece of the Ball of Whacks is a ''golden ratio'' rhombic pyramid and is held together by magnets.

The Ball of Whacks comes with a 96-page illustrated creativity guidebook that provides you with tips, stories, exercises, strategies, and insights into the creative process.

Available Colors: red, blue and multicolor (white, yellow, red, blue and black mixed in the same ball)

Price includes a one color imprint on one pyramid.  Imprint Area: 7/8"w x 1/2"h.  As low as $44.00/each (low quantities available). 

 6. The Traveler GeoPuzzle.  

The Traveler GeoPuzzle is a fun and unique way to unleash a little creativity on the go!  Enjoy piecing together 10 assorte

d color/shaped geometric puzzle pieces.  When you're finished, they all fit neatly in a translucent zippered case.  Item Size: 4 3/4" w x 3 1/4" h (pouch).  Imprint area; Case- 2 1/2" w x 1" h, Puzzle Piece- 3/4" Sq.  Zippered Pouch: Your choice of Frost, Red, Blue, Green (puzzle pieces are assorted colors only).  As low as $2.49/each

Top 7 - All Weather Promotional Products

Living in Chicago for most of my life, I have become use to living in extreme weather conditions.  From freezing, blowing wind & snow, to overheating in the wonderful hot summer days,   I have come to enjoy the crazy weather variety that each season brings.  Being a nature lover all of my life, and enjoying walks outside in all seasons. Here are a few useful promotional products that can be customized with your logo and great for all seasons. 

1.  Dog Water Bottle:  This practical item can keep your pouch hydrated.  If its winter, maybe you want to put warmer water inside, for a nice treat after a long walk in the cold.  You could even flavor it with a little bit of chicken broth for an added treat.

2.  Clip on Bag Holder:  This item clips right on to a leash.  It makes for an easy clean up after your pet.  Never run out of bags, by keeping this holder fully stocked with grocery bags.  You can also keep a little ziplock bag of dog biscuits inside for helpful dog training. 

 

3.  LED Flashlight Carabiner : This item is great for walks, it easily clips to any belt loop or backpack, has a nice bright LED light, and also a bottle opener at the end. 

 

4.  Smart Pocket: This item is very handy, and easily attaches to your cell phone.  The nice thing is it can easily hold credit cards or money, so if you are on a longer walk, and decide to stop for a spontaneous snack or bottle of water, you have all you need.  Available in many colors, and materials, this item is sure to please.  

5.  Lip Balm that Glows in the Dark:  This is a fun item, that keeps your lips moisturized in almost any weather.  It is made with 100% natural ingredients, like beeswax, aloe vera oil, and vitamin E.  The fun part is that the lip balm is packaged in a glow in the dark tube and lid, so it is easy to spot during the day or evening.

6.  Outdoor Kit:  This practical outdoor kit! It has everything you need to enjoy an outdoor event. The stylish nylon bag has a hook so you can hang it anywhere. It includes a packet of premium sunscreen, an ice pack and a pair of tweezers. Use the packet of natural insect repellent and 3 After Bite sting swabs for heavily wooded areas. Soothe skin and keep cuts clean with the aloe burn relief gel and 2 antiseptic swabs. You can even use the quick facts card to walk you through minor injury repair.   

7.  Clip on Rotating Light -This light has a small size rotating head to turn as needed.  It conveniently clips onto items for easy use.  Included are 3 - LR41 batteries with battery blocker.  A nice practical item. 

The Light Up Decal, As Seen on Shark Tank

Here is a creative, new product that was featured on the NBC hit show, Shark Tank.  

It is the innovative Light up Decal for your Vehicle!  

The cool thing is that is this decal attaches to your vehicle and lights up with a bright LED light.  The material is a LED backlit durable plastic housing with your full color logo imprinted on a clear polyester lens.  The unit mounts to the inside of the window with two 3M removable adhesive clips.  The colors brighten when the unit is powered on and shines brightly through your window while driving at night.  This item turns on and off automatically using sensor technology.  Batteries are included & installed.  Each decal is boxed individually for a nice presentation piece. What a great attention grabber for your next promotion!  

Watch this Video to See How the Product Works!

 

 

 

12 piece minimum.  Set up charge of $67.00, tax and freight additional. 

Production time 2 weeks, plus shipping time.  

 

Contact Corporate Identity to Buy Yours Today!  

www.corpid.com / 847.304.8550

 

Reward Your Employees, just in time for Super Bowl!

A half scale replica of an actual football helmet with inserts added to hold pens and business cards. Add your logo with a custom made decal. Add stickers to reward accomplishments, safety, sales performance, or just a job well done!

Call us for more info, we specialize in unique giveaways for incentive programs!
847-304-8550

Trendy New Ideas for Corporate Apparel Today! 

In a Rut and Looking for New Ideas with your Corporate Apparel?

Here are some Trendy ways of adding Flair to your Next Event.

1.  Go, "Heather" - The color heather in fabric refers to interwoven yarns of mixed colors producing flecks of an alternate color.  It is typically used to mix multiple shades of grey or grey with another color to produce a muted shade, like a heather blue, or a heather green.  Heather styles provide a very classic vintage style look.  T-shirts and sweatshirts have been especially popular in heather hues.  Today we are seeing more an more styles joining in.  Polo shirts are gaining popularity today in these great colors.

2.  Bling it On!  - Bling is bigger than ever and still growing in popularity on shirts, caps, higher end items, purses, jeans, bags and more.  It has been available for a long time, but many female and younger audiences are especially enjoying the fad.  Today the most popular decorations are rhinestones, sequins, metallics, and more!

3.  Full Color Digital   - Full color allows us to print wonderful designs and have more fun than ever when decorating apparel.   You can do actual photographs, or anything that your imagination can create.   From simple 1 color imprint, to a full color design, you can create an eye-catching piece.  Many who are using full color graphics are also taking advantage of interested decoration locations such as the side of a shirt, or lower back.  

4.  Its all about the Neckline - Many necklines of t-shirts can produce a more trendy look.  scoop, v-neck, crew, and more.  The crew neck is a classic style and still very popular with both men and ladies.  Today, both males and females wear a nice v-neck.  The v-neck, is universally flattering and looks great on a wide variety of shapes and sizes.  The scoop neck is also very trendy, this neckline elongates the neck and beautifully displays the collarbone, while looking great.  

5.  Add a Snaptag or QR code - A snaptag is a little bit like a QR code, it can be scanned by your phone to access stuff.  The cool thing about SnapTags is that it connects brand marketers to every aspect of the marketing, journey, from traditional media to social networks.  It turns a simple logo into a successful mobile marketing campaign.  You don't even need an app to use Snaptag, just snap a picture and send.  Today people are using SnapTags and QR codes as part of the artwork design.  This allows a basic apparel item with a logo to become an even stronger tool for marketing.

 

Still in doubt, Ask the Experts - Your promotional products expert can help you determine what style is best for your company giving you techniques and ideas to stand out from your competition.  Feel free to call us today, we would love to help!

Corporate Identity, Inc.
847.304.850
www.corpid.com