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How to Choose the Right Promotional Product for Your Audience

November 4, 2024

 

Selecting the ideal promotional product is key to building lasting connections with your customers. Promotional products are more than giveaways—they’re tools that reflect your brand’s values and message. A well-chosen product reinforces brand awareness and makes your company memorable. But selecting the right item requires thoughtful audience targeting, brand alignment, and budget management.

Here’s a guide to help you make the best choice for your campaign—and how Bankers Advertising can support your efforts every step of the way.

  1. Know Your Audience: The Power of Targeting

Understanding your audience is essential for choosing products that will resonate. Consider their age, interests, profession, and lifestyle to select products that are not only relevant but also practical.

  • Example: Busy professionals appreciate items like wireless chargers or tech accessories, while families may prefer branded water bottles or household items.
  • Healthcare or Eco-Conscious Audiences: For targeted audiences, items like hand sanitizers or reusable tote bags show you understand their values.

Ask yourself:

  • What are the key demographics of my audience?
  • Are there specific needs or trends I should address with my product?

How Bankers Advertising Can Help:
We can assist with audience research and suggest creative product options that match your specific customer base. Our industry expertise ensures the right product is chosen for maximum impact.

  1. Align the Product with Your Brand Identity

The right promotional product should reflect your brand’s voice and mission. Think of each product as an ambassador for your company—delivering a message and leaving a positive impression.

  • Example: If your business promotes sustainability, offering eco-friendly products like bamboo utensils or reusable straws reinforces your values.
  • Quality Counts: Even a small giveaway like a pen should feel well-made, reflecting the high standards of your brand.

Ask yourself:

  • Does this product reflect my company’s identity and message?
  • How will customers feel when they receive and use this product?

How Bankers Advertising Can Help:
Our team will help you find custom products that align perfectly with your brand values. We offer extensive customization services to ensure every detail—from colors to messaging—reinforces your identity.

  1. Balancing Budget and Value

It’s important to balance your budget with the product’s perceived value. High-quality, useful items tend to stay in customers’ hands longer, extending your brand’s visibility. But different campaigns may call for different strategies—some events require premium gifts, while others demand high-quantity, lower-cost giveaways.

  • Example: Tote bags or pens work well for large trade shows, but VIP events might call for premium journals or insulated drinkware.
  • Smart Spending: Plan ahead to take advantage of bulk order discounts and seasonal promotions.

Ask yourself:

  • Should I prioritize quality or quantity for this campaign?
  • How can I stay within budget while maximizing value?

How Bankers Advertising Can Help:
We’ll help you strategize based on your budget, ensuring you get the best value without compromising on quality. With access to thousands of products, we’ll identify creative solutions that fit your financial plan.

  1. Timing and Trends Matter

Aligning your promotional products with current events, seasons, or trends boosts their impact. A product given at the right time—like a branded blanket in winter or a festival-themed giveaway in summer—feels more thoughtful and relevant to recipients.

  • Example: Seasonal campaigns using holiday-themed items or branded calendars offer year-round visibility.
  • Trending Products: Today’s consumers love sustainable or tech-driven products, making these categories smart choices.

Ask yourself:

  • Are there seasonal opportunities I can tie into my campaign?
  • What trends are currently influencing consumer behavior?

How Bankers Advertising Can Help:
Our product experts stay on top of industry trends and can recommend items that fit seasonal campaigns or tap into popular consumer interests. We ensure your products are relevant, timely, and aligned with what’s hot in the marketplace.

  1. Measuring Success

A promotional campaign doesn’t end when the products are distributed. Tracking results—whether through leads, customer engagement, or social media impressions—helps determine the campaign’s effectiveness.

  • Example: QR codes on products or a social media hashtag can make it easy to track customer engagement.
  • Feedback Loop: Asking customers for feedback on your promotional products offers insights for future campaigns.

Ask yourself:

  • How will I track the success of this campaign?
  • What metrics will tell me if my product made an impact?

How Bankers Advertising Can Help:
We don’t just stop at delivery. We can assist you in measuring your campaign’s success, offering advice on ways to track engagement and gather feedback. Our team is committed to helping you refine and improve your promotional strategy for future campaigns.

Why Bankers Advertising is Your Promotional Partner

At Bankers Advertising, we understand that the right promotional product can make all the difference. With decades of experience in the promotional products industry, we’ve helped businesses of all sizes connect with their customers and grow their brands. Whether you need a high-quantity order for an event or a unique, premium gift for VIP clients, we’re here to guide you.

Our advantages:

  • In-depth expertise in audience targeting and product trends
  • Creative solutions aligned with your brand and budget
  • Customized products with superior attention to detail
  • Long-term partnerships focused on your business’s success

Let us help you make every giveaway count. Contact us today to explore your options and get started on your next promotional campaign!

Promote with Parades this Independence Day

May 23, 2011


By Erica Kelley-Gogel, CAS

The nation’s birthday is right around the corner – how will your business celebrate? The Fourth of July is a great time to hand out promotional products for events like parades. Communities often sponsor Independence Day parades and many area businesses get in on the action. No organization is left out – common participants include real estate agents, insurance bureaus, fire departments, chiropractors, dentists and locally owned restaurants and small businesses. What about your business? Parades are a great way to get the word out about your company.

A small nearby town hosts a great parade that lasts around an hour, with different companies walking, tossing out can coolers, flying disks and magnets along with many, many pounds of candy for the kids. Though candy is a favorite to toss from floats, it doesn’t leave a lasting impression or a reminder of the businesses that participated in the parade. After all, you’re looking for new business and new clients, so you want everyone to remember your name! Consider the alternatives listed below, and if you need help, contact us and we’ll connect you with one of our expert promotional product consultants.

Include your logo and an American flag! We have all these great products with patriotic themes, from some of our top lines:

  • Plastic or nonwoven bags – recipients will love them, they’re great for holding all the products they’ll accumulate during the parade.
  • Decals and magnets – a magnet on your customer’s refrigerator will be seen every day. We make them here at Bankers Advertising!
  • Jar opener – kitchen items are always useful and popular.
  • Sunscreen – not only will it show your company’s regard for proper health care, but it’s a reminder of your brand whenever they apply.
  • Emery boards – great choice, especially for salons and beauty supply stores.
  • Misting fan – ideal, especially for those sitting in the hot sun watching a parade. You know it’ll be appreciated!
  • Flying disks – keep them entertained and spread the word about your company all summer long.
  • Pens – a classic promotional product. Get them in red and blue or choose your company colors.
  • Lip balm – also with SPF, perfect for summertime. You can even do a full-color process imprint.
  • Can coolers – who doesn’t love these? Drinks stay colder longer and no perspiration on the table.
  • Key tag – be All American with a flag key tag.

Now is the time to find out when your area is hosting parades. If you’re involved in more than one, consider cohesive product ideas and designs for even better branding. Again, if you need products, don’t hesitate to contact Bankers Advertising Company. We’re happy to help with custom ideas in a price range you’re comfortable with. Happy 4th of July!

The Walking Billboard: The Power of Promoting with Bags

July 30, 2009

Bankers Advertising offers a wide variety of promotional bags that fit any budget. Our sales reports tell us that bags are more popular than ever because they’re being used to stay “green.” The value of the advertisement on the bag is incredible. They’re walking billboards with your company’s name on it.

They’re INNOVATIVE! With all the styles, colors, patterns, materials there is a style and price for any budget. They’re universal in appeal. They’re green! “Reuse Don’t Recycle.” (more…)