Alyssa Mertes
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Alyssa Mertes

Alyssa Mertes is an expert on branded swag. She's done it all, from uncovering the world's first custom tote bag to interviewing the designer who created AC/DC's logo. Her work has been featured on several podcasts and media websites.

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Give Your Brand a Hand: Mid Valley Special Education Cooperative April 2019

Albert Einstein once said that creativity is just “intelligence having fun.” Sure, the guy gave us the theory of relativity, but this quote is really where his genius shines. After…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Gianna Petan

The Power Rangers, Avengers, Van Halen… these are some of the greatest teams in history. Perhaps the greatest, though, the GOAT if you will, can be found at the best…

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Industry Insights

What Are Keychains Made Of and How Are They Created?

It takes a crazy amount of work to make even the smallest items. Take for instance keychains, the world’s number one souvenir item. Whether they’re made from metal, plastic, or…

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Industry Insights

What Are the Different Types of Keychains?

Are your car keys loaded with keychains? You might have an Eiffel Tower from your trip to Paris or a mini flashlight for finding change under your driver’s seat. No…

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Industry Insights

Embroidery on Your Promotional Items: What You Should Know

Maybe you didn’t learn the life skill of sewing, but you don’t have to know how! You can just order embroidered promotional items. Whether it’s baseball hats with your team…

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Industry Insights

What is Digital Printing?

Digital printing is one of several printing techniques available for decorating your promotional items. It goes by many other names including four color process, full color process, and CMYK printing.…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Bridgette Wilhelmi

In the brutal Chicago winters, we look forward to adding any warmth and enthusiasm we can to our office here at Quality Logo Products. That’s why we’re thrilled to have…

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Marketing

How to Customize Phone Wallets

There are many options when it comes to advertising your company. You can hire an airplane to carry a banner, make a flashy TV commercial, or just shout from the…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Abena Saulka

We’re always looking for the best and the brightest to join the team at Quality Logo Products! Abena Saulka, the newest member of our technology team, is no exception! Meet…

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Marketing

How to Choose a Custom Tote Bag

You probably have a bunch of tote bags in your closet at home. These bags come in handy for just about everything, whether it’s bringing groceries home from the store,…

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Industry Insights

Are Promotional Products Still Effective in 2019?

We are in a world of Google and Facebook ads, Spotify and YouTube spots, and all kinds of other digital marketing. With all that said, you’re probably wondering as a…

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Company News

Congrats to the Winners of the 2019 Supplier Awards!

Peanut butter and jelly. Ren and Stimpy. Batman and Robin. These are some of the greatest duos in history. Now it’s time to add another to the list – promo…

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Going Green for 2019: Carbon Neutral Shipping

It’s more important now than ever to go green. We need to care not only for our water and land, but also reduce pollutants that are swirling around in our…

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Marketing

Buying Guide: How to Order Custom Water Bottles

Do you need custom water bottles for a trade show? Maybe you want branded gifts for your sports team, or something to promote your personal training. No matter what, you’re…

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Give Your Brand a Hand: Homeward Bound Rescue October 2018

It’s pretty difficult to resist an adorable dog. These faithful friends come up to greet you at the front door, cuddle with you on the couch, and take long walks…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Lionel Saltijeral, Sales Assistant

We’re like the Energizer Bunny when he was a child – we just keep growing and growing and growing. That’s why we’re excited to welcome new friends into our midst,…

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Industry Insights

How Online Sales Tax Affects the Promotional Products Industry

You’re probably used to getting charged for sales tax. You go to the store, checkout, and pay more than what’s listed on the shelf. It’s a common way we do…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Bevan McCrory, Customer Service Representative

If you know anything about Quality Logo Products, then you know our company can easily be mistaken for Comic Con rather than a promotional products company. A good majority of…

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New Scholarship for Business Students at North Central College!

Who could forget college? The exclusive events, dorm room parties, and exciting football games – for many, being on campus is one of the best times of their lives. For…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Jake Lorenz

Do you know that magic moment when you meet the person of your dreams? We had that experience here at Quality Logo Products, only this time around it wasn’t a…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Heather Capasso

In the classic Disney movie Hercules, the title character goes on an epic quest to find his true identity and emerge as a hero. We don’t want to say Heather…

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Give Your Brand a Hand: Leo’s Helping Paws July 2018

Dogs bring joy to our lives every day. From playing fetch in the park to cuddling on the couch, these furry friends are members of the family. That’s why it’s…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Katie Thornton

Many things sparkle in this universe. Buried treasure, the dresses worn on the red carpet, engagement rings, but few things can compete with the shine cast by the radiant team…

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Welcome to the Quality Logo Products Team: Alvin Bonifacio

Everyone at Quality Logo Products is secretly a wizard capable of extraordinary feats. They can type a mile-a-minute, pick up a phone call with the exact right thing to say,…

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