What’s the deal with QR codes?
QR codes began their existence in Japan, created by a subsidiary of Toyota called Denso-Wave in 1994. Japan, the Netherlands, and South Korea were some of the first to heavily integrate these two-dimensional barcodes. Thus, QR codes have been building in popularity over the past ten years in the US, and the promotional product industry […]
father’s day: customized!
Father’s Day is on June 19th this year so keep it classy with these items curated by The Brandmarket. Keep these ideas in mind for any upcoming corporate promotion. These items are not only popular for good old dad, but for really any gifting event. 1. this sleek and compact Coby video camera will let […]
Speakers Straight from the Shark Tank
Here at The Brandmarket we are always on the search for the freshest products we can get our hands on to make our clients and their promotions stand out! Last week, part of our team headed down to beautiful San Diego for the day to scope out the latest promo items on the market at […]
a custom branded summer
Summer is just around the corner so let The Brandmarket help achieve a custom branded summer. From ice cream scoopers to sunscreen, The Brandmarket can outfit your next summer themed promotion. We’ve got our hands on some fresh new summer items that can give a truly unique spin on your next promotion. 1. full color […]
Orange County’s Largest Mixer 2011!
This year’s Orange County’s Largest Mixer is sure to be fantastic. Local businesses from all over Orange County come to the Orange County Fairgrounds to meet new clients or just to learn about different industries around the county. Join local chambers of commerce and business organizations for the ultimate business networking events! Mix and mingle […]
OC Metro (March 2011)
OC Metro Online – Movers & Shakers (March 2011) Kathleen Watts Smith, President and owner of The Brandmarket, made the Movers & Shakers list again! Kathleen Watts Smith, president of The Brandmarket, Inc., is the first recipient of the Women’s Presidents Organization (WPO) Breakthrough Business Leader Award, named by “Smart Business” and WPO of Orange […]
luck of the irish on st. patrick’s day!
Stay lucky this holiday! And don’t forget to let The Brandmarket help you customize any holiday! 1. custom golf balls. 2. beer stein for your festive green beer. 3. chocolate gold coins at the end of the rainbow. 4. whiskey stones that will keep your drink cold for hours without watering it down. 5. custom […]
what’s in your swag bag?
With all of the awards shows finally behind us, it got us thinking about what we would want in our own swag bags. Let The Brandmarket help you fill a swag bag for your next event! 1 premium soy candle with custom packaging. 2. luxurious terry bathrobe with basket and custom note. 3. cozy up […]
Advantages Magazine (February 2011)
Promo Products Rule ROI (February 2011) Award winning President and Founder of The Brandmarket, Inc. shares her point of view on first impressions and promotional products. The usability of an item is one of the most important choices one can make when picking a promotional product Smith emphasizes. an excerpt from “Promo Products Rule ROI”: Written by […]
ABC 7 News (March 2011)
Kathleen Watts Smith Named 2011 WPO Breakthrough Business Leader (March 01, 2011) Smart Business Magazine and Women’s Presidents Organization (WPO) nominates Kathleen Watts Smith for first ever Breakthrough Business Leader. COSTA MESA, CA — (Marketwire) — 03/01/11 — Kathleen Watts Smith, president and founder of The Brandmarket, Inc., an Orange County-based creative promotional products and design firm, […]