Dreamy Event Promotions

We recently worked with Sally Golan at Social Exposure Media on her event the Dreamside Pool Party.  United provided Sally with 200 Rubber Ducks.

The blue ducks even became the backbone of the social media hype campaign, complete with a 2 part blog, Facebook fans, and I think the duck even had a twitter feed?  By then end of the campaign, she had well over 500 rsvp's to her party.  And everyone was excited to meet "Charlie the Duck"

Having a crazy party and need that one thing that will stand out?  Call United.  Along with Corporate swag, Golf outing giveaways, and start up swag, United loves working with party planners and event managers.  Think of us when you need that special something that stands out and you need it in a rush!

Red Cross, Non-Profit, and Charity Swag

Working with an organization like the America Red Cross of Greater NY is inspiring and uplifting.  We have recently had the opportunity to provide them with some swag with serious importance.

The sweatshirt doesnt have a lot of copy printed on it, but it doesn't need it.  These sweatshirts went to people who needed them.

And then something happened in my personal life, the lady who lived below me left her stove on.  Her apartment caught fire that quickly came up the walls and made a mess of my apt.  It was amazing how the Red Cross were on the scene almost instantly to help me out.

They wrote a blog post about my story:
http://changinglivesstorybook.blogspot.com/2011/06/they-genuinely-want-to-help-people.html

So here is my post to them.  Thanks!!

Tablet Stand for iPads, etc.

They say a picture is worth 1,000 words.  Well, I don't have that kind of time, and no one wants to read 1,000 words about one of our favorite new products anyway.  So take 52 seconds and watch this video about this tablet case and stand.  It actually is pretty awesome and useful, especially if you use your iPad for presentations and videos.

Custom Knit Socks

Our friends at Wish Come True are amazing designers with some big projects currently in the works.  They called upon us to make their completely custom socks.

How freaking cute are these?  The socks are going to be sold at the newest kiosk in the Aventura Mall in Fl.  If you happen to be a Floridian and in the Aventura area of Miami, stop by the kiosk and grab a pair.  These puppies are going fast!

The design is completely knit into the sock, there is no printing here, which makes the sock a long lasting and awesome keep sake! No one does adorable better than Friends With You and Wish Come True.

Are you looking to stock your retail shelves with something completely custom?  Something that will sell like the hottest of hotcakes?  Talk to us, we can make it happen!

Corporate Beach Promotions

The seasons have started to finally change here in NYC.  Which means...  Time For The Beach!  But how can you spend quality time at the beach and still spread your branding???  Excellent question, lets go through some possibilities.

1. Write your name in the sand...

...With these awesome Flip Flops!

With Not only 1, but 2 imprint locations, these stylish flops are sure to get the attention of on lookers.  Even better, though are the debossed outsoles on the bottom of the flop.  As you walk, you can leave behind your company logo or message.  

2.  Stay Hydrated!

'Cause sea water just isn't tasty.

Water bottles are just such a great promotion in general.  People always use them, put them in their backpacks, or cars and have them for months if not years.  With a slew of styles to choose from, your demographic will definitely find something they like.  Plus!  It's hiking/camping/fishing/biking season, people need their water!

3.  Stay Dry

Or just lay down and get some sun.

Everyone needs a towel at the beach.  You have got to have one.  This beautiful lime green towel with a ghosted imprint is the perfect way to get your message out, without shouting to the world that you have a promotional towel.  It still stands out enough to send a message (and boy is this towel soft and comfy too!).

4. Remember Everything

Let's get digital, digital...

Wow, what an Epic weekend at the beach!  Uh oh, there are definitely some pictures that I don't want to end up on Facebook...  what to do??  No problem, with this branded digital picture frame (and remote), lets get the pics straight from your digi-cam to the picture frame.  No one on your Facebook page has to know what you look like without a shirt after a dozen Bud Light Limes, but you will never forget (if you can remember).

Have any Beach Promotion Suggestions?  Don't hold back, lets hear your ideas!

National Umbrella Month

As long as I could remember, the best part about March was always that it contained my Birthday.  I went on believing this for years ...  how foolish of me.  The best part about March is obviously that it is National Umbrella Month. 

And how appropriate!  If you are anywhere in the tri-state area, just look out side.  It's raining c's & d's out there.  My favorite part of a heavy rain (other than that destinct smell that fills the air on rainy days) is, of course, checking out people's promo umbrellas.  I saw some great ones this morning; some for financial institutions, some for social media platforms, and even one for Puerto Rico.  I guess if you pull out that Puerto Rico imprinted umbrella on a crummy day like today, you and those around you suddenly feel the need for a vacation to a warmer and more tropical climate.  Well, it worked on me.

Made in America

President Obama recently gave his State of the Union Speech.  The President spoke about the importance of American businesses.  How we can adapt, how we are strong and how we can do anything.  The message that resonated most strongly with the people here at United is that we need to support other American businesses.  We are thinking 'buy American'.

At United, we have so many made in America and other Union Made and Union Decorated items.  I recently came across this gem on my travels around the interwebs.

Sometimes there is nothing worse than an inconsistent message.  Had "Made in Oregon" asked us for help on this project, we would have gone with Made in America.  Maybe they would have made it another 35 years.