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Insights, tips, and trends in branded merchandise and institutional procurement.
Using cooperative contracts: How to skip the RFP and simplify savings
Cooperative contracts let public agencies, universities, and nonprofits buy branded merchandise compliantly — and skip the RFP. Here's how they work, and how Consolidus fits.
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Celebrating a record-breaking first half of 2026
Consolidus closed a record first half of 2026 — 24.5% growth, roughly 13x the industry’s pace, and its most profitable H1 ever — without cutting people.
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Welcoming Dan Capri: Fueling the momentum of transformation
Consolidus welcomes Dan Capri as its first VP of Technology & AI, investing in people and using AI to give teams more time for clients — not to cut jobs.
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High performance, low environmental impact: the commitment behind Storm Creek’s sustainably produced branded apparel
Storm Creek backs its sustainable branded apparel with real proof – B Corp, bluesign, EcoVadis Gold, and 85 million bottles recycled. Here's why Consolidus is proud to include them as...
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Stocking the supply closet: the branded essentials worth prioritizing
Pens, drinkware, notebooks, apparel, and totes: the branded essentials worth stocking, and how smart teams stay on brand and on budget without the scramble.
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Tighter budgets, bigger impact: the back-to-school branded products students actually keep
Consumer budgets are tight this year, yet college students are still spending record amounts on back-to-school items. The latest research by the National Retail Federation on overall back-to-school purchasing trends...
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NIGP Forum 2026 Comes to Ohio: What Public Procurement Teams Should Know
One short month from now, public procurement professionals from across the country will be heading to our home state of Ohio for the NIGP Forum 2026, NIGP: The Institute for...
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Beyond Swag: The Strategic Power of Promotional Products in Modern Marketing
The digital marketing world moves at a blistering pace—algorithms change, costs rise, and attention spans shrink. Meanwhile, quietly and steadily, one traditional marketing tactic continues to deliver exceptional results –...
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Imprinting Your Logo on Custom Apparel: Tips and Considerations
When it comes to creating custom apparel that showcases your brand or organization’s style, your logo is the star of the show. Whether you're designing t-shirts for your business, hats...
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Sublimation vs. Heat Transfer: What’s Best for Custom Apparel
When it comes to creating custom apparel that showcases your unique style or promotes your brand, there are plenty of decoration methods to choose from. Two popular options that often...
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Heat Transfer: A Versatile Solution for Custom Promotional Products
Heat transfer printing is a versatile method for custom promotional products, offering vibrant, full-color designs on a variety of materials. From apparel to accessories, this technique makes it easy to...
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Sublimation: The Art of Creating Custom Products that Last
When it comes to creating custom promotional products that truly stand out, sublimation is a printing technique that's hard to beat. This innovative method uses heat to transfer dye directly...
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Embroidery: The Gold Standard in Custom Apparel
From corporate apparel to team sportswear, embroidery delivers a premium branded look that communicates quality and permanence.
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Screen Printing: A Vibrant Way to Make Your Promotional Products Pop
For promotional product imprint, screen printing is a tried-and-true method that creates a vibrant, high-quality design that lasts.
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Update: Impact of Tariffs on Promotional Product Orders
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Near-term pricing remains consistent but may be increasing Strategic inventory reserves are helping buffer immediate supply chain impacts We will be leaning into and promoting US-made products Order...
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Consolidus Strengthens Leadership Team: Denise Cline Promoted to Vice President of Strategic Relations & Fulfillment
Consolidus, the technology-driven leader in promotional products and custom-branded merchandise, has announced the promotion of Denise Cline to Vice President of Strategic Relations & Fulfillment. This strategic move signals an...
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Enhancing Procurement Efficiency with ESM
We are happy to share an exciting partnership between Consolidus and ESM Solutions, a collaboration set to transform the procurement landscape for our clients. This partnership brings together the strengths...
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NASA Glenn Research Center Exchange Renews Contract with Consolidus
Celebrating Continued Partnership with NASA Glenn Research Center Exchange We are happy to announce that NASA Glenn Research Center Exchange has renewed its contract with Consolidus! Glenn Exchange supports Nasa...
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Empowering Leadership at Inspire! On the Lake Women’s Leadership Event
Empowering Leadership at Inspire! On the Lake Women's Leadership Event At Consolidus, we believe in fostering a SHARP team, where Smart, Humble, Accountable, Resourceful, and Passionate individuals thrive. Last week,...
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NAEP IMPACT Award 2024
Consolidus Honored with NAEP IMPACT Award 2024 In a recent celebration of collaboration and innovation, Consolidus has been honored with the NAEP (National Association of Educational Procurement) Impact Award....
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We Made the 2023 IC100 List!
We are excited to commemorate our continued presence on the IC100 list this year, a testament to our persistent innovation and hard work. The ICIC100 Award, presented by the Initiative...
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Supporting the Mission at Urban Vision
There are many progressive and exciting things happening at Consolidus. One of our favorites is our growing ability to be a strong community partner. One of those opportunities is supporting...
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Celebrating our Fifth Weatherhead 100 Win
We are proud to be able to say that on Thursday 12/14/2023, we were able to send one of our Corporate Sales Managers and his wife to attended the Case...
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Consolidus has been selected as a winner of the 2023 Ohio Success Award
We are proud to have been awarded the 2023 Ohio Success Award. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Consolidus team and its commitment...
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New Partnership with NASA
We are incredibly honored to gain NASA as a partner and represent the country’s most recognized and respected name in science and technology.
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We’re honored: Awards & Recognition
Consolidus awards and recognition
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Love is Red
Impacting the Lives of our Youth.
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Support for startups and students at NEOSVF
Consolidus is a proud sponsor and supports the work of students, startups, and entrepreneurs at Northeast Ohio Student Venture Fund (NEOSVP).
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Masks for Moms
We are proud to be able to help Masks for Moms aid women who have difficulty acquiring masks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Consolidus Makes 2021 Inc. 5000 List
Inc. magazine today revealed that Consolidus is No. 3,221 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
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33 JordynStrong Foundation
We were honored to support the 2019 33 JordynStrong Foundation Black & White Gala as a VIP sponsor.
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Here to Help
Ways Consolidus is Giving Back.
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Our Partnership With Higher Education and Procurement
Our partnership with higher education and procurement.
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