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Time to nominate young BPMA stars
Sales Promotion magazine in association with the ISP has launched a search for the marketing stars of tomorrow. BPMA members are encouraged to represent their industry in the top 30 men and women who are working in promoting sales in any media channel, from direct and digital marketing to experiential and motivation.
Read ArticleBPMA Members Day
The BPMA invites all its members to join them at a very special Members Day held at Warwick Race course, on Thursday 4th September 2008. At this event, the BPMA will: Launch its new fresh, modern logo, Introduce you to the new Chairperson & Share with you the new BPMA strategy and vision for the future.
Read ArticleBPMA embarks on an extensive advertising campaign
We have embarked on an extensive advertising campaign to promote the BPMA and its members. Soon ads will appear in PPD magazine, Promotions and Incentive, Marketing Week, Printwear and Promotion to name just a few.
Read ArticleBPMA Board Director cycles to Paris in aid of cancer charity
BPMA board director Stephen Barker is due to undertake a 3-day 250 mile charity bike ride from Newbury to Paris in aid of the Break Through Tribute Fund for breast cancer - a charity set up to combat Triple Negative Breast Cancer, a particularly aggressive form of the disease that currently doesn’t respond to usual current cancer treatments.
Read ArticleBPMA 10+ year members (Roll of honour)
Have you been a member of the BPMA for more than 10 years. We will be presenting our 10 year members with a certificate and badge at our annual members day at Warwick Racecourse on the 4th September. See if you are on the list
Read ArticleNational Incentive Show 2008
The National Incentive Show, the UK’s most attended and established event for incentive, motivational and promotional marketing products and services, will be bursting with new ideas when it takes place at the NEC, Birmingham on 16 – 18 September 2008.
Read ArticleBPMA Golf Day 2008
The BPMA invites you to participate in its Annual Charity Golf Day, at Chobham Golf Club, Surrey on Wednesday 10th September 2008. The tournament provides an excellent opportunity for suppliers & distributors to network, whilst enjoying the challenge and conviviality of an excellent sport.
Read ArticleSuccess at the first BPMA Supplier event
The BPMA launched its first supplier only seminar – ‘How to win & retain distributor business’ at the Croner’s Head Quarters in Hinckley. An overwhelming number of suppliers joined us for the day along with core speakers from the Industry.
Read ArticleBPMA Dragon boat race - 80 Confirmed
By popular demand, the BPMA have organised its second Dragon Boat Race. The BPMA team will be there to defend their title on 17th July, why not join them for the day and take them on? More than 80 people have signed up for the race, companies include BPMA, Trade Only, Advantage Group, The Sourcing Team, Listawood, The Marketing Store, Sourcing City, Croner, Senator Pens and loads more.
Read ArticleBPMA Events Planner
A quick reminder about some BPMA networking opportunities and seminars that are taking place this year...
Read ArticleB2B Alliance at IDMF
Founder member of the B2B Alliance, The BPMA showed their presence at the recent International Direct Marketing Fair at Earls Court promoting the values of integrated marketing and best practice in the b2b community.
Read ArticleMargot Parker to represent Kettering and Northants in local election radio debate
Margot Parker to represent Kettering and Northants in local election radio debate Margot Parker, director of Fragrances For You, European spokesperson and board director of the British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) and director of Eurocom Consult has been asked to represent Kettering and Northamptonshire in a national radio debate.
Read ArticleBPMA Launches First Promotional Merchandise Academy
The British Promotional Merchandising Association (BPMA) has formally launched the BPMA Academy, the first official qualification for the promotional merchandise industry.
Read Articlehow to maximize your distributor business seminar - 21st May
The BPMA are running their very first supplier event aimed at providing a real insight into the supplier dist relationship. With a list of eminent speakers the event promises to be engaging and highly valuable for suppliers.
Read ArticleRHR Select Promote their products on BPMA TV
BPMA tv is our dedicated broadband tv channel for the promotional merchandise industry.Every month we will help you keep abreast of the latest product developments. Robert Hicks from RHR select was our next member that took to the hot seat to promote his products on BPMA TV.
Read ArticleSelling on the Phone Seminar
Do you sell on the phone? You could increase your productivity if you use some techniques in this great 1 day course run by the BPMA. (Thursday 29th May - London) (Thursday 5th June - Birmingham) (Thursday 28th August - London) (Thursday19th September - Birmingham).
Read ArticleBusiness to benefit from launch of Best Practice Alliance
With the aim of raising the profile and standard of B2B marketing and communications among the wider business community, a host of leading marketing communications trade bodies has come together to form the ‘B2B Best Practice Alliance’.
Read ArticleBPMA brings together UK marketing associations for key industry seminars
The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) will facilitate and contribute to a series of key marketing seminars in collaboration with other leading marketing services associations including: The Direct Marketing Association (DMA), The Institute of Sales Promotion (ISP), Point of Purchase Advertising International (POPAI), The Independent Print Industries Association (IPIA) and The Voucher Association (VA).
Read ArticleImporting Made Easy Seminar - 13th March 2008
The BPMA in conjunction with SGS, The Hong Kong Trade & Development Council and Pace Network are offering a one day seminar covering how to reduce your risks importing products, how to build you business in China and freight issues.
Read ArticleDragon Boat Race 2008 - 17th July
Back for its second year by popular demand the BPMA annual dragon boat race. Last year the sun shone in what was a great day had by all, this event was a proven great success and will continue its course at Dorney Lake Windsor, The rowing centre for the 2012 Olympics
Read ArticleMember Orientation Seminar
The BPMA now offer a FREE seminar for new members. This seminar aims to cover the fundamental aspects of the Promotional Industry and is packed full of sales and marketing tips to help your business grow. How much will your membership be worth to you?
Read ArticleSuccess at PRO8 and PSI
January 2008 saw the first BPMA presence at the 46th PSI Dusseldorf exhibition and the first trade event Pro 8 in Amsterdam. Our aim at the European events was to raise awareness of the UK Promotional Merchandise Market. We achieved this by showcasing and demonstrating a wide range of innovative new products from UK suppliers which generated lots of leads and quoting opportunities for our showcasing members.
Read ArticleBPMA Email Marketing Plan 2008
The BPMA will be sending out regular email product mailers with upto 8 product profiles on each email. This is a cost effective way of attracting attention to your products. We will need copy by the deadlines stated including an image of the product, price and quantity break.
Read ArticlePromote your innovative products at PRO8
The BPMA team have just come back from a very successful PSI event in Dusseldorf . We had many visitors on our stand and have generated over 150 hot leads for the products that exhibited on the stand. Our members, whose products we promoted have been so impressed with the quality of leads and contacts that we would like to encourage you to take up this outstanding opportunity for the up and coming Pro8 event.
Read Article49 great ideas seminar
The BPMA are offering an exclusive one day seminar where you will pick up some top tips and new ways to expand your customer base and grow your business.
Read ArticlePromote your products on TV free with BPMA TV
BPMA tv a dedicated broadband tv channel for the promotional merchandise industry - Every month we will help you keep abreast of the latest product developments. Last month saw Sophie from Tomato Source in the hot seat demonstrating the Green Seat and the Bio Poncho.
Read ArticlePromotion World Exhibition, Hanover - Member Rates Announced
The BPMA have negotiated a special member rates and travel Packages for the Promotion World Exhibition in Hanover on the 21st - 25th of April 2008
Read ArticleHong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair 2008
Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair 2008 - Exclusive Offer for Members - The Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair 2008 will be held at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre on 28 April 2008 – 1 May 2008. Renowned as the 2nd largest global trade fairs of its kind (and the largest in Asia),
Read ArticleSelling on the Phone Seminar – London 21st Feb
We still have a few places available on this popular course we are holding at the BPMA offices in London, here are what a few past delegates have said after attending this invaluable course
Read ArticleSelling on the Phone Seminar – Manchester 28th Feb
We still have a few places available on this popular course we are holding in Manchester, here are what a few past delegates have said after attending this invaluable course
Read ArticleBPMA distributor members are being allowed Free Entry to the Promota Show 2008
Even though you are not currently a PROMOTA member, All BPMA distributor members are being allowed Free Entry to the 19th International Promota Show 2008. This is a once only opportunity to attend the International Promota Show without being a member.
Read ArticleBPMA 2007 Award Winners Announced
The winners of the fifth annual BPMA Awards were announced at the BPMA's Christmas lunch at the Riverbank Park Plaza, London, on Wednesday 19 December 2007.
Read Article"Clippykit" designer bag entrepreneur named Entrepreneur of the Industry 2007
Entrepreneur behind Portobello Road market cult handbag carried by Helena Bonham Carter, Debbie Harry and Jools Oliver now recognised by the promotions industry. Calypso Rose, entrepreneur and creative force behind the "Clippykit" bag and range of PVC fashion accessories, has won the Entrepreneur of the Industry Award 2007.
Read Article"Help us to help you" 2 free Cinema Tickets guaranteed
We want to make sure we are sharing important information about our industry tips and ideas with the breadth of your team and to this end would be grateful if you could provide us with your full contact list of personnel.
Read ArticleAre you looking for staff in the promotional merchandise industry ?
You can post your jobs on the BPMA website free if you are a member. The BPMA website attracts interest from all spectrums of the industry, suppliers, distributors and end users, Over 31,500 visit each month. It’s the only dedicated job section in the industry
Read ArticleGill Thorpe announced as Vice Chair
The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) has appointed a Vice Chair in addition to two new board members as part of the Association’s drive to increase industry expertise and support following the recent surge and demand for new membership.
Read ArticleBPMA launches China Trade Advisory Group
The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) has launched a China Trade Advisory Group to address the issues and share expertise on trading with China. As part of a continual member support programme, the BPMA is to run educational seminars to provide relevant and important information to the......
Read ArticleShortlist announced for Entrepreneur of the Industry Award 2007
A shortlist of five people comprising the UK promotional marketing industry’s most innovative entrepreneurs has been decided by a high profile judging panel searching for the 2007 The Entrepreneur of the Industry Award, an annual initiative by the British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA).
Read ArticleThe BPMA release a new range of online advertising opportunities
The BPMA release a new range of online advertising opportunities. Display your hot products on the homepage and advertise throughout our online directory
Read ArticleImporting Made Easy
The BPMA in conjunction with SGS, The Hong Kong Trade & Development Council and Pace Network are offering a one day seminar covering how to reduce your risks importing products, how to build you business in China and freight issues.
Read ArticleThe BPMA offer the new Plimsol report to members
The BPMA offer a comprehensive financial analysis of the top 640 companies within the UK Promotional Goods Industry at a discounted rate for members. The brand new format edition of the Plimsol Portfolio Analysis. Contained in the 760 paged analysis is a white paged overall industry...
Read ArticleMore success on the BPMA Bulletin board
Members manage to secure significant new business through responding to requests on the BPMA bulletin board of the website:
Read ArticleNew Publisher For Promotions Buyer
Award-winning publishing company Summersault Communications has taken over the running of Promotions Buyer and have hit the ground running. The next issue is due out late November and we are looking for inclusion from BPMA members on news, new products, features and advertising.
Read ArticleClareville Communications and the BPMA
Clareville Communications, the BPMA’s dedicated PR agency for the past two and half years, has generated substantial PR coverage for the Association in 2007 having secured two major national live television interviews and a record number of industry, marketing, vertical, business and regional media stories.
Read ArticleCapable Consultants Limited Awarded Preferred Status
Thriving recruitment provider, Capable Consultants Limited, has today become the recruitment partner to the British Promotional Merchandise Association. This marks a significant coming together for both Capable Consultants Limited and the British Promotional Merchandise Association.
Read ArticleBPMA website rakes in thousands of £'s worth of business for members
Oliver Reynalds, BPMA board director and European account manager for Premier Promotional Services was able to secure significant new business through responding to a request on the BPMA bulletin board of the website:
Read ArticleBPMA AGM
You should all be aware that the BPMA Annual General Meeting will take place on the 26th September 2007 in Seminar Theatre A in Hall 10 of the NEC Birmingham at 8.30am.
Read ArticleWant to display your hot new products at the National Incentive Show?
At the forthcoming National Incentive Show we will be displaying a cabinet of ’21 Hot New Ideas’, to highlight new products in the industry;
Read ArticleAre you looking to expand your business by exporting your products abroad?
The BPMA in conjunction with Pace Network, AFEX & 101 Translations are offering a one day seminar covering freight, currency trading and translation services as well as giving you an understanding of the european and overseas distributor network.
Read ArticleBPMA Awards 2007
You should shortly receive your nomination form for this years BPMA Awards so why not nominate yourself or another member or even your employer who you feel deserves recognition.
Read ArticleEntrepreneur of the Industry Award - Closing Soon
The closing date for this award is fast approaching! Get the recognition you deserve for your vision, determination and leadership skills! Don’t be modest we know there are lots of you out there with entrepreneurial flair which shines through. So download the entry form today!!!
Read ArticleSelling on Phone Seminar – Birmingham – Just a few places left
We still have a few places available on this popular course we are holding in Birmingham, here are what a few past delegates have said after attending this invaluable course.
Read ArticleBPMA leads pack at dragon boat racing day
After a rainy July spell, the weather cleared for the BPMAs first ever dragon boat racing challenge for the industry which took place at Dorney Lake Windsor, the rowing centre for the 2012 Olympics.
Read ArticleEntrepreneur Of The Industry Award
The organisers of the 2007 Entrepreneur of the Industry Award have revealed the judging panel.Judges include Michelle Dewberry – winner of The Apprentice in 2006 and founder of Michelle Dewberry Limited; Danny Bamping – winner of the 2006 Entrepreneur of the Industry Award and MD of Bedlam Puzzles;
Read ArticleBPMA Golf and Leisure Day
Come and join us for the BPMA & ISP Golf Day! This very popular summer event will take place at the luxurious Mentmore Golf & County Club situated in Leighton Buzzard. As well as a championship golf course, the Mentmore Golf & County Club has extensive leisure facilities for those non-golfing members.
Read ArticleGordon Glenister is appointed first ever Director General of the BPMA
Gordon started as Director General of the BPMA on 29th March. Gordon has worked extensively in the industry for more than seven years and has expertise in sales, marketing, and team building.
Read ArticleBPMA in the 'Exhibitor Today'
The BPMA releases a promo merchandise resource for the exhibition industry - The exhibition industry now has a dedicated sourcing portal for all promotional product items with the launch of www.bpma.co.k
Read ArticleSupply management Jan 07
Which issues will be the focus for procurement professionals this year? Rebecca Ellinor asks some leading buyers for their forecasts
Read ArticleMarketing week 18/01/07
The reputation of sales promotion has suffered recently, but well designed and properly targeted campaigns can have a big impact on brand image and aid other marketing efforts. By Paul Gander
Read ArticleThe Grocer 06/01/07 - David Lebond
The BPMA chairman explains why companies need to push quality and relevance in their sales promotions for today's shoppers
Read ArticleBPMA launches website to boost service
The trade association of the British promotional merchandise industry has launched a new website that went live in February.
Read ArticleThe BPMA in Marketing Week
As compamies come under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon emissions, the sourcing of items for promotional campaigns will be scrutinised more closely.
Read ArticleBPMA in EPPI
In September 2006 David Lebond became chairman of the BPMA. Lebond had been a member of the BPMA since 1998 and has been the vice chairman since 2004.
Read ArticleBPMA and ISP to share administrative resources
The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) and the Institute of Sales Promotion (ISP) are to share secretariat resources and office space, with the BPMA moving into part of the ISP offices in Islington, London.
Read ArticleBPMA Christmas Lunch
Tickets for this years Christmas Lunch and Award Ceremony are selling fast to make sure you don't miss your chance to attend this prestigeous industry event.
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