What can having custom merch and promo products do for your brand?
We were going to write 3000 words answering that question, but (TLDR) we thought a GIF-ticle might be better. The data is from PPAI Research and other sources. Here we go.
ON USAGE:
8 in 10 people own and use promo products or company swag

91% have at least one promo product in their kitchens; 74% in workspaces; 55% in bedrooms

65% said they pass down promo products they don’t use instead of trashing them (in a continuous cycle of free marketing)

AS COMPANY SWAG:
93% of employees said company swag makes them feel connected to their brand and teammates

72% of companies said branded swag has helped them boost company culture

AS ADVERTISING:
79% of consumers who see or receive promo products research the company after

89% of consumers can remember the brand if their promo products were unique and useful

AS B2B MARKETING:
85% of professionals said they recalled a B2B business because of their promo products

Promo products prompted 5x more referrals from satisfied B2B customers (making it the most effective brand recall tool)
