Wright Choice Promotions goes to Washington!

Julia Wright, MAS, owner of Wright Choice Promotions just returned from a trip to Washington DC to visit with both Arizona State Senators and two Representatives. She spoke with them about issues effecting the Promotional Products Industry and issues effecting small businesses everywhere.  Read more about it at http://www.ppbmag.com/Article.aspx?id=8072

Why Go Local With Eco?

"Eco-friendly" is the new black in the business world. You've probably seen cotton tote bags at a trade fair ... perhaps a bunch of recycled-cotton lanyards at a company function ... maybe a co-worker even won a solar-powered cell-phone charger in a company contest! Of course, this is good for our planet -- and your customers as well. However, there's one thing you may not have considered: Were those products purchased from a local company?

Many companies believe that ordering from a large national chain is good for the bottom line -- and this goes for eco-friendly products as well. While it's true that larger companies may offer lower prices, there are many advantages to going with a homegrown promotional-products company:

-- The business owner knows their suppliers well -- and can often get things done a lot quicker simply by knowing who to ask and where to go;
-- The business owner will work WITH you -- developing a bag or notebook to your specifications, explaining which colors would be best, showing you the best choices for your particular situation, delivering things on YOUR schedule;
-- You will receive more personalized service -- as well as easier access to a live person if your notebook's logo colors are wrong or those pens weren't exactly up to snuff.

In this global economy, it's important to remember that personalized service and local suppliers will pay off down the line in terms of increased sales, customer satisfaction, and knowing your message is presented in the best light.