BrandFuel

America’s semiquincentennial (250th birthday) is around the corner, and this throwback to 1976 reminds us that branded merch has always been about more than products — it’s about pride, identity, and belonging. Also… $4.75 rocket tees?! Somebody find the time machine.

Happy 28th birthday to us! Here's to 28 years of building brands and having a lot of fun along the way, powered by friendship. We want to THANK our partners, families, and the best clients who put their trust in one of the most talented staffs in the branded merch industry!

Sustainability Shouldn’t Depend On Who’s In Office. Robert Fiveash, co-president, responds with other industry leaders to President Trump’s Repeal of Landmark EPA Ruling. The PPAI - Promotional Products Association International story: ppai.org/media-hub/sust…

When you give your new Director of 1st Impressions, Alexis Holloway, latitude to create new on-brand Zoom backgrounds, she delivers. So creative, fun, and even a bit unhinged. 😍 Please welcome Alexis to the Brand Fuel team!

Smiling.

"Wave that flag, wave it wide and high." - The Grateful Dead

High-performance teams work hard. Great teams laugh together. Welcome to our Ventriloquism Invitational. (We think this might go viral😄) Your @DannyRosin or Robert Fiveash vote determines the champion.

We're showing appreciation to our staff on Friday before Valentine's Day. We hope yours is full of love, laughter, and someone who lets you have the last piece of dessert. 🥰

High-performance teams work hard. Great teams laugh together. Welcome to our Ventriloquism Invitational. (We think this might go viral😄) Your Danny Rosin or Robert Fiveash vote determines the champion.

Branded Merch Has a Smaller Carbon Footprint Than You Think!   The research shows that promotional products rank among the lowest carbon-impact advertising channels!!  The story: brandfuel.com/branded-merch-… 💪 👏 🧡

This is an existential question we often ponder.

"Give us some truth" #JoeStrummer

Have you applied for Emerging Leaders? It's an 8-week program that aims to unlock your leadership capabilities. With only 20 per group, you'll receive individualized support, mentorship, and a close look at the local community. Apply for #RaleighEL now: bit.ly/3MHs3Cb

Co-President, Danny Rosin, was featured on “The Heart of the Hustle: Leading with Soul in the Social Sector” Founder Shares podcast w/Amber Smith. Listen to the whole shebang on your fave pod platform: pod.link/1526357098

There are three things that have been constants since the founding of the nonprofit, PromoKitchen: Mentorship, Education, and Robert Fiveash. We love this pic and all the leaders who have impressively paired over 1000 (!) mentors and mentees in our industry for higher learning.

This is one of our most favorite (and tasty) branded gifts!

REVEAL! Our New Brand Fuel Manifesto: Fueling Good. Igniting Connection: brandfuel.com/the-brand-fuel…

If it’s the Friday before “Snowmageddon 2026,” then you know it’s time to listen to the Between 2 Brands Podcast! You'll get insights about PPAI's Expo and Strategic Plan, as well as get insight into the human connection our medium delivers. brandivatemarketing.com/post/between-2…🚀

Leading with Heart: Danny Rosin Starts Role as PPAI - Promotional Products Association International Board Chair. Congrats Danny! The story: brandfuel.com/leading-with-h…

REVEAL! Our New Brand Fuel Manifesto: Fueling Good. Igniting Connection: brandfuel.com/the-brand-fuel…