Supplier Spotlight Interview

Exploring the Playing Card Industry with Jen Duesenberg of Playing Cards On DemandA full transcript of this interview is available at https://universal-unilink.com/playing-cards-on-demand-interview-with-jen-dusenberg/Join us as we talk with Jen Duesenberg, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Playing Cards On Demand. Jen shares insights into the booming playing card industry, the company's...

In this episode, Marty interviews Jason Nokes, founder of Promo Pulse, to discuss effective marketing strategies for distributors. They cover the importance of social media, email marketing, and video content, as well as the challenges distributors face in marketing efforts. Jason introduces Promo Pulse's automated marketing platform (AMP), which simplifies and automates the marketing process for...

Exploring Starline: Quality, Personalization, and Innovative Distributor SolutionsJoin us as we discuss the world of Starline, a leading supplier in the distributor product space, with Brian Porter and Brian DeBottas. Discover their journey, the company's commitment to quality, their standout products like drinkware and coolers, and the unique services they offer, such as personalization and o...

You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/engine-... In this episode, Lauren Hemphill discusses the significant transition from Hotel Engine to Engine.com, highlighting the reasons behind the change and the new functionalities offered. Now offering flights and car rentals in addition to hotels, Engine.com aims to address all customer travel needs. Lauren...

Discover the Headwear Industry with Jenny Straub from Outdoor Cap! See a complete transcript at https://universal-unilink.com/jenny-straub-interview-with-outdoor-cap/ Join us for an insightful interview with Jenny Straub, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Outdoor Cap, as she delves into the headwear industry and Outdoor Cap's vast offerings. Learn about the company's history, their maj...

You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/evo-payments-with-angelique-lafrance/ In today's episode, we sit down with Angelique LaFrance from EVO Payments to explore how their secure and efficient solutions, including PayFabric, can save businesses time, frustration, and money. Angelique explains how EVO integrates with popular ERP and accounting software...

We sit down with Harold Wood, Strategic Account Manager of Koozie Group to discuss industry trends, USA made, sustainability, and how Koozie Group is fully prepared to grow your business. For the full transcript, visit this link: https://universal-unilink.com/koozie-group-interview-with-harold-wood

We spend some time with the Bayside Apparel sales team and learn what it takes to make 100% USA-Made apparel, from "Dirt to Shirt!" For a complete transcript and links mentioned in this episode, go to https://universal-unilink.com/ast-sportswear-bayside-apparel-with-nadir-zulfiqar-anthony-miskulim-and-roberta-martino/

Ammar Khan, VP of Sales and Marketing with  Calderon Textiles lets reveals this textile manufaturere can provide reliability and consistency while also adapting to the challenges of the future. You can read a complete transcript of the episode here: https://universal-unilink.com/calderon-textiles-interview-with-ammar-khan/

In this interview, Ryan Sherma from EVO B2B Group, informs us about PCI Compliance and what it takes to close the security holes in your business' payment processing system. You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/pci-compliance-an-interview-with-ryan-sherman-from-evo-b2b-group/

Meredith O'Brien, VP of Sales with Storm Duds, reveals how distributors can get into the rain gear promotion game and why Storm Duds is the partner  need to help you reach your goals no matter the weather. You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/storm-duds-interview-with-meredith-obrien/

Tarek Shahla, chief operations officer at Rasco FR, spend some time talking about the importance of FR and how you can make FR a part of your workwear offering.  You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/rasco-interview-with-tarek-shahla/

Kristine Shreve, Marketing Director for Ensign Emblems, will tell you that emblems are all about making your customers' brand look great. In this episode, Kristine reveals how Ensign Emblem can partner with you to provide your clients with quality emblems, patches, appliques and more. You can read a complete transcript of this interview at https://universal-unilink.com/ensign-emblem-interview-with...

Universal Unilink members are likely familiar with Badger Sports and their full line of team apparel and fan wear. In this episode, Chris Huot explains the new opportunities available to you now that Badger is part of the Founder Sport Group. The complete transcript of this interview can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/founder-sport-group-interview-with-chris-huot/

Payment procession is a necessary and complex part of the modern sales process for any business. In this episode, Tom Lizzio, Senior Partner Success Manager at EVO B2B Group, walks through the steps Universal Unilink members can take to save on their credit card processing and streamline their payment systems.   The complete transcript of this interview can be found at https://universal-unili...

When it comes to apparel, your customers are interested in brands, and S&S has the brands. In this episode, Nolan Parker, S&S National and Strategic Accounts Director, reveals the brands your customers are looking for and how you can get them for a great price. A complete transcript of this episode can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/ss-activewear-interview-with-nolan-parker/

Key Apparel has been making long-lasting, comfortable workwear since 1908.  IN this interview, Seth Needham explains why 2020 is "the year of the distributor" and why Key apparel should have a place in the workwear alternatives you offer to your customers. A complete transcript of this episode can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/key-apparel-interview-with-seth-needham/

REED Manufacturing has been making quality workwear for over 100.  They have produced apparel for many well-known brands such as AmeriPride, Sears, Levi Strauss, Gap, Guess, Woolrich, Target, and JC Penney and many others. They may be the best known workwear manufacturer that you have never heard of. In this interview, REED CEO, Ed Nelson, reveals what's in store for the next 100 years. A com...

St. Regis Group is known for high quality awards and recognition but our interview with Steve Smidt reveals that their recent acquisitions bring them closer to the goal of the "one stop shop" for promotional products as well.  A complete transcript of this interview can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/stregisgroup-interview-with-steve-smidt/

Irving Weber Associates protects linen suppliers and distributors, uniform renters, and commercial launderers with broad insurance coverage, experienced risk control, educational resources, and responsive claims service. OPERATIONS: Commercial Launderers, Linen Suppliers, Uniform renters, Distributors LINES OF BUSINESS: Property Insurance,  Liability Insurance,  Workers' Compensation, Bu...

Backpacker is an outdoor lifestyle apparel brand made with high quality fabric and construction at a great price. Listen to CEO, David Bebon as he relates the Backpacker story and why you need to offer the Backpacker line to your customers. A complete transcript of this interview can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/backpacker-apparel-interview-with-ceo-david-bebon/

Rob Williams supplies Universal Unilink Members with a wide array of paper products and air freshener products. But the real value is their ability to get your foot in the door with products branded with your company logo, that guarantee repeat business wit proprietary paper refills. The icing on the cake--RL Williams offers turnkey training for your team on the entire sales process from prospecti...

As the name implies, Tough Duck manufactures tough workwear and is known for their distinctive duck canvas styles of cold weather gear. A complete transcript of the episode can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/tough-duck-interview-with-kirk-wilson/

We chat with Charles Franklin, Co-Owner of The Firm, a telecommunications company that specializes in helping business owners find savings for internet services, land lines and cell phone plans. A complete transcript of the episode can be found at https://universal-unilink.com/the-firm-with-charles-franklin/