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Welcome to the Supplier Promo Playbook, the ultimate podcast for promotional product suppliers looking to thrive in a fast-changing industry.
Hosted by Lisa Fosdick, Kimberly Ballerene, and Adrienne Barker, MAS, three seasoned pros with decades of combined experience. This show provides the real-world insights and tactical strategies you need to succeed in the supplier-to-distributor channel.
Each episode unpacks critical topics, including how to market to distributors, search engine success in the promotional space, navigating buying groups, go-to-market strategies, expected services, inventory management, and software onboarding.
Whether you're a startup supplier or a seasoned professional seeking growth, this is your go-to resource for actionable advice and enhanced results.
Subscribe now and get ready to master your market with The Supplier Promo Playbook.
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How Niche Suppliers Create Big Wins
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Jun 26, 2026 |
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Wildgrain Enters Promo With Fresh Ideas
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May 27, 2026 |
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NEPPA Presents: AI Strategies for Promo Professionals
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May 21, 2026 |
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How Suppliers Win with PPAI Insights from Josh Ellis
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May 17, 2026 |
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What happens when three innovative suppliers share what is really shaping the future of promo?
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Apr 26, 2026 |
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How SnugZ Scaled to $92M in Promo
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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PPAI Expo Supplier Interviews: Kanga Coolers, Organic Tee Star, Fatty Pack, Fire & Pine
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Mar 01, 2026 |
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Marketing Noise vs Marketing Results with guest Gloria Lafont: What Promo Distributors Miss
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Jan 18, 2026 |
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From Pixel to Print: How Offshore Vector Art Teams Power Scalable Success for Promo Suppliers
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Dec 28, 2025 |
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Boutique Supplier Outreach That Works: Regionals, Email, LinkedIn, and Old School Follow Up
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Supplier and Distributor Communication. How to Build Strong Partnerships in the Promo Industry
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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How to Win at PPAI Expo: Insider Prep, Strategy, and Show Floor Mastery
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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No Minimums, No Limits: Inside the On-Demand Revolution with SplashBrands and Digital On Demand
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Nov 09, 2025 |
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Small Bite On The Power of Self Promos
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Nov 02, 2025 |
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Why Distributors Should Partner with Boutique Suppliers & Retail Brands: Fresh Ideas, Stronger Relationships, and Higher Margins in Promo
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Oct 18, 2025 |
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PromoStandards Integration Guide for Suppliers and Distributors
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Supplier Credit Playbook for Cashflow
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Samples & Virtuals That Sell: The Supplier Playbook to Close Orders Faster
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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Promo Supplier Cash Flow: Onboarding, Credit Checks & Getting Paid
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Sep 19, 2025 |
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Promo Trade Show Playbook: Supplier Strategies for PPAI, ASI & Regional Events
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Sep 05, 2025 |
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Understanding the Promo Industry Structure: Suppliers, Distributors & the Layers of Success
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Aug 28, 2025 |
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Pricing Strategies & Sales Process Tips for Promotional Products Suppliers
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Aug 10, 2025 |
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Building a Promo Brand That Distributors Trust: Positioning, Pricing & Platform Strategy
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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What Promo Suppliers Must Know About Selling to Buying Groups, Franchises, and National Distributors.
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Can Your Consumer Product Survive in the Promo Industry?
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Jul 14, 2025 |
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Trailer: What to Expect from Supplier Promo Playbook
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May 20, 2025 |