Upper Midwest Association of Promotional Professionals

🍕 You're invited to the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) Townhall at Frankie's Pizza! 🍕

Join us for the evening as Mason Linn explains the new membership structure and answers all your questions. It’s a great chance to connect with industry peers while enjoying food and beverages, courtesy of PPAI.

📅 Date: October 22
📍 Location: Frankie's Pizza (New Hope)

Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn, connect, and enjoy some great pizza! Sign up today: https://umapp.org/event-5836385

Join us this morning for a great Facebook Live with Scott King from Tekweld! Come ready to learn and ask questions!

Join us on October 22 as we talk with PPAI about their new membership structure and enjoy a social at the same time. Food and beverages from Frankie's Pizza! Read more here: https://conta.cc/480RcBr

What an incredible experience at the PPAI Leadership Development/Emerging Leaders Conference! We had 4 amazing women attend the conference. From left to right Lindsay Bons(Social Media/Connects Committee), Sue Selseth (Executive Director), Misty Gilster Friedrichs (Incoming President), and Kelly Nussbaum (Incoming VP). We also want to recognize Lindsay for being named one of PPAI's Rising Stars.

We are beyond thrilled to announce that Lindsay has been named one of PPAI's 2024 Rising Stars! Her hard work, and passion have truly shone through, and this well-deserved recognition is a testament to her incredible dedication. Congratulations, Lindsay, on this amazing achievement! We're so proud of you!

Thank you SanMar for hosting the UMAPP board meeting yesterday! It is always great to connect in person! Distributors were treated to a great tour of the facility afterwords.

UMAPP's scholarship program is open for 2025 registration. Read more here: https://conta.cc/3XJcrV3

UMAPP has Scholarships! Industry Designations & College UMAPP Partners with the Promotional Products Education Foundation (PPEF) to offer a Collegiate Scholarship for our members. Through PPEF, UMAPP offers a $1,250 collegia

Join us this Friday at 10:30 AM right here on Facebook for an exciting live session! We're thrilled to have Kelly Borre from AAA Innovations joining us. Kelly will share insights, showcase the latest innovations, and answer your questions live. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and connect with an industry expert. Be sure to mark your calendar and tune in!

Join us as three expert industry suppliers share their insights and strategies for growing your business through niche, branded products. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock new growth potential! Register here today 👇
https://umapp.org/event-5782134

Is your registration in for the upcoming Evolving Your Business Event? You don't want to miss it!

We have 3 amazing panelists who want to teach you "How to Sell Licensed Products, Presentation Packaging & Tournament Sponsorships"

https://umapp.org/event-5782134

Evolving Your Business
"How to Sell Licensed Products, Presentation Packaging & Tournament Sponsorships"

September 12, 2024 | Register Today! https://umapp.org/event-5782134

Job Opening!

Client & Project Services Manager - Hillary's, Hopkins, Minnesota (in-person position)

Part-time, hourly, non-exempt position

What we do:

We help clients lower unintended turnover, gain greater client mindshare, and impact their culture and bottom line. We do this by dreaming up creative, meaningful, and relevant ways for our clients to thank, recognize, and nurture the people (employees, clients, board of directors) who are important to their businesses.

Here’s what we are looking for:

You are the type of person who thrives on taking care of things right the first time. You enjoy hands-on coordination of many moving parts/pieces and are excited to spend day managing details of client projects or the details of our latest marketing initiative with a smile in your voice.

Read more here: https://askhillarys.com/open-positions/

We kicked off our golf event with a "Past President's Breakfast". A great opportunity for past presidents to get together and share ideas with our current board. A great way to start the day! Also, a big thank you to our sponsors Spector&CO and American Solutions for Business.

A fun filled, wet day. Lots of laughs, networking and great memories. Thank you for a wonderful day!

Thank you to our incredible sponsors! Warwick Publishing LarLu Crystal D Shapco Printing Inc. Booshie Inc. Sock101Promo

It may be wet but we are sure having fun!

Last day for distributors to register for the amazing Brand Connection Expo on August 6. Read more here: https://conta.cc/3St284e

LAST DAY to register . . . Brand Connection Expo/Aug 6 Register by TODAY, Monday, July 29, 2024 Scroll down to see if you're on the registration list.    Exhibitor & Sponsor List   Keynote Speaker Tuesday, August 6 8:30 - 9:45

Hosted by the UMAPP Connects Social Committee, come enjoy fellowship and camaraderie with friends in the promotional products industry. Held after the golf tournament, stop in and order your favorite beverage and food at this great restaurant and bar.

Costs on your own.

Hope to see you there! No RSVP needed. Come and go.

📣 Attention Suppliers! 📣

Don't miss out on an incredible opportunity! There's still time to sign up and join us for an unforgettable event. Network with your favorite industry professionals, make valuable connections, and be part of something amazing. We can't wait to see you there! Learn more here: https://www.umapp.org/Exhibitors-Page

Before UMAPP's Brand Connection Expo, we honor our dedicated UMAPP Past Presidents with a special breakfast. These remarkable leaders have contributed countless hours to UMAPP, and this event is our way of celebrating their ongoing commitment.

This year, we extend our sincere thanks to our incredible sponsors, American Solutions for Business and Spector & Co. Your generosity plays a crucial role in making this event truly memorable.

Distributors! Just one more week to sign up for the Brand Connection Expo on August 6!
Your clients will be happy you invited them. Register by July 29. Badges are going to print that day.
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