Our vision is that branded merchandise is the premier marketing channel that powers lasting connections. A core medium that transforms products into tangible, emotional connections that deliver high likeability, recollection, trust and joy.
With over 120 years serving as the industry’s largest not-for-profit trade association, we are built on a shared purpose and powerful commitment to strengthen the industry and deliver value to our 15,000+ member companies.
We exist to elevate the branded merchandise industry – strengthening our community, advocating for all of our members and equipping them with the tools to grow and succeed – while positioning branded merchandise as a powerful and essential marketing medium.
At its core, PPAI is more than an association. We are the voice for the industry; a trusted partner and advocate, a catalyst for progress and a platform for connection.
Culture and Values
The behavioral and cultural foundation that guides how we operate:
Growth
We grow through our continuous improvement, accountability, and leadership. We foster innovation and seek out advancement opportunities that collectively elevate the industry, our members, and our employees, resulting in financial strength.
Integrity
We commit to honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct, cultivating the deepest trust through every interaction and each decision we make for the industry, our employees and our planet.
Community
We enable and create connections to bring value to our stakeholders. We seek out diverse viewpoints and embrace inclusivity while encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
Joy
We believe in the joy branded merch creates and are committed to spreading that same feeling through the experience of our members and employees. We strive to build a culture, both internally and externally, that results in true joy for all involved.
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EEO Policy Statement
PPAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)