Distributor Pro Tips:
How to Differentiate Your Offerings & Exceed Expectations
With businesses back open and events kicking into high gear, competition is fierce among distributors to capture promo orders. Set yourself apart from the pack by providing better products, ideas and services. These distributor pro tips make it easy.
#1
Recommend top retail brands.
The promo industry is always right behind retail, taking cues to learn which products, trends and features consumers prefer in a constantly evolving landscape. If your clients are looking for the most of-the-moment promos, go right to the source and recommend products made by leading retail favorites.
To accomplish this, seek out suppliers who are partnered with big brand names, rather than try to sell styles inspired by the originals. Not only will clients feel more confident putting their brand name on products already known for their reputable retail quality, these brand-name goods usually boast a higher price tag – which can mean more revenue for you too.
Logomark + Leading Retail Brands
Logomark is proud to partner with these industry leaders for top product categories including drinkware, bags, tools and so much more.
For over 70 years, Igloo® has maintained a reputation for producing quality, durable and innovative products designed to keep perishables cold, fresh and secure for extended periods of time.
Pelican products excel at protecting what's valuable. Browse premium items like coolers, flashlights, travel gear, luggage, drinkware, backpacks and Made in the USA cases.
Inspired by the New York hustle of passionate people going about their lives, you can count on these products to look great and perform even better.
Designed for women with an active lifestyle, Sherpani’s mission is to design bags that are fun, functional and feminine with outdoor fabrics and quality.
Unique. Functional. Stylish. Solo New York bags are inspired by the Big Apple but have universal appeal.
#2
Showcase sustainable products and features.
With climate change and environmental concerns becoming a focus in the news, consumers care about reducing their carbon footprint now more than ever, which means the demand for sustainable promos has increased. Large companies are taking note too, with many adopting eco-conscious initiatives or pledging to reduce their waste.
Address this growing need by including sustainable and environmentally friendly products in your sales presentations. Along with fulfilling your clients' eco-friendly requests, you'll also demonstrate that you can come through on any request they have, even when it comes down to details like how promos are made. This results in increased trust and future business beyond just this particular order.
Logomark + Sustainability
Consider these popular sellers for clients seeking sustainable and ethically made goods.
Solo® Re:claim Backpack (KL2051)
Made from a heathered grey material created with six recycled PET bottles, this backpack looks good and is good for the environment too.
Sherpani Dispatch Hybrid Backpack (KS2005)
Modern, funky and versatile, this bag can be worn as a crossbody, tote or backpack. The body fabrics are also made with 100% certified Repreve® recycled materials.
Forest Bamboo Desk Organizer (ES3050)
This sustainable and stylish desk organizer features a phone/tablet stand, a paper clip organizer and two pen holders, plus five colors of PET flags.
Savory Lunch Box Set (EH4001)
Featuring a bento-style design, this lunch box set is made from a blend of renewable wheat straw and BPA-free polypropylene for eco-friendly appeal.
Alameda Wheat Straw Cutlery Set (VR3109)
Say so long to single-use plastic silverware. This sustainable cutlery set reduces end-users' carbon footprint every time they sit down to eat.
Brandon IV 4-Piece Bamboo Coaster Set (EH5202)
Elegantly constructed from 100% naturally sustainable bamboo wood, these coasters are the perfect promos to use every time end-users entertain.
#3
Create custom bundles and mailers.
Companies are looking for ways to engage with consumers after a long year of store closures and missed revenue. One of the most effective and efficient approaches to accomplish this is through direct mail promotions and kitting, AKA branded bundles of assorted items, grouped together into single comprehensive packages.
These custom assortments of promos create unique and impactful unboxing experiences that end-users will never forget, increasing brand recognition and turning recipients into brand ambassadors – especially if they share their branded bundles on social media.
Logomark + Kitted Bundles
Achieve greater revenue and more impactful promotions with these ready-to-order branded bundles.
Commend 4-Piece Welcome Gift Set (GS8005)
Includes:
- 1 25-oz. USA-Made PET Flip-Spout W/ Integrated Carry Handle
- 1 1-oz. Hand Sanitizer W/ 50mm Aluminum Carabiner Clip
- 1 Note, Flag & Ruler Set W/ 2 Color Memos, 5 Color Flags and 4 1/2" Ruler
- 1 3-in-1 Ballpoint Pen W/ Stylus and LED Light
Fair 5-Piece Trade Show Gift Set (GS8008)
Includes:
- 1 Spiral 40-Page Notebook W/ Ballpoint Pen
- 1 Multi-Use Phone Grip Holder and Stand W/ 3M Adhesive Backing
- 2 Whizzie™ SpotterTie™ Straps Used for Organizing Cables
- 1 Webcam Cover W/ 3M Adhesive and Sliding Cover
Analytics 5-Piece Technology Gift Set (GS8031)
Includes:
- 1 22-oz. USA-Made Double-Wall PS Hot/Cold Tumbler W/ Sliding Closure
- 1 Wireless Charging Pad W/ White Body, Non-Slip Base and Auto Shut-Off
- 1 Silicone Phone Wallet W/ Adhesive Back
- 1 Pair of Silicone Stereo Earbud Headphones W/ Color Accent
- 1 Phone Grip/Stand for Smartphones and Small Tablets
Delight 2-Piece Thank You Gift Set (GS8025)
Includes:
- 1 12-oz. Double-Wall, Stainless-Steel Vacuum Wine Cup W/ Clear Lid
- 1 2-in-1 Steel Corkscrew and Bottle Stopper W/ Silicone Accent
Olympic 4-Piece Fitness Gift Set (GS8046)
Includes:
- 1 25-oz. Tritan Flip-Spout Bottle W/ Integrated Handle and Straw
- 1 Pair of Stereo Earbud Headphones W/ Color Accents
- 1 Pair of Sunglasses W/ Tinted UV400 Polycarbonate Lenses
- 1 1-oz. Hand Sanitizer W/ Silicone Holder and Beaded Strap
Campfire 5-Piece Picnic Gift Set (GS8045)
Includes:
- 1 Quart-Plus Size Salad Bowl, Including Dressing Cup and Fork
- 1 210D Drawstring Sport Bag W/ Front-Zippered Pocket
- 1 Aluminum Bottle-Opener Keyring W/ Can Tab Lifter
- 1 4mm Insulating Sponge Foam Can Sleeve
- 1 Dual Position Flashlight/Lantern W/ Integrated Carabiner Clip
#4
Save the day with fast shipping solutions.
Some of the biggest obstacles for promo last year were supply chain and shipping disruptions – issues that many suppliers continue to navigate even now. One easy way to make your services stand out is by providing faster turnarounds than other distributors can offer simply by knowing which suppliers can fulfill those rush and last-minute orders.
Not only does Logomark offer an assortment of drop-ship solutions, they also have an easy-to-understand quoting system. This allows you to communicate cost estimates to clients in simple terms, while also being able to trust that these prices won’t change drastically due to unforeseen shipping issues. The clearer your communications are with your clients, the more likely they are to continue coming to you for their business, so don’t overlook this important detail.
Logomark + Fast Shipping
Logomark offers three different shipping options, making it simple to give quotes, adhere to in-hand dates and have clients only pay for exactly what they need.
Option 1: 2-Day Air Shipping
Offered for: Small and medium packages
Option 2: 2-Day Air Shipping
Offered for: Single drinkware packages and predesigned gift set packages
Option 3: Ground Shipping
Offered for: Small, medium and large packages