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Being a PPPC Member comes with Big Benefits <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Easily find the perfect promotional product for your clients! <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Take Advantage of SAGE Total Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get the full benefit of a two-user SAGE Total Access subscription, with your PPPC membership.. SAGE Total Access gives you access to SAGE Online, SAGE Web, and SAGE Mobile that lets you search our database of over one million promotional products from Canadian and US suppliers, design custom flyers and catalogs, create e-commerce enabled presentations, manage your clients in the CRM module, and more!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Your All-Access Pass to PPPC Tradeshows and Events <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your membership is your exclusive pass to all major PPPC events and tradeshows!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make an impression on your clients and invite them to a show, as only PPPC members can. From more intimate settings across the country with our TOPS+ travelling promotional tour to our National Convention (NATCON), these shows offer you the opportunity to connect face-to-face with top industry suppliers, build relationships, and see the latest and most innovative products firsthand!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy the Many Benefits Exclusive to PPPC Members<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stay informed with the E\u201cYou\u2019ve Got Promo Mail\u201d bi-monthly, bilingual newsletter and connected through the PPPC Membership Directory. Take advantage of Professional Development Opportunities and gain recognition through the PPPC Awards Competition & Ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2026These are just a few of the PPPC advantages designed to keep you connected, informed, and ahead of the curve!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Save with PPPC Partners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Easily earn back your investment many times over through our Advantage Partners, Marketplace Powered by HUB (offering tailored professional and personal benefits), and Bell Mobility. PPPC has negotiated exclusive savings for you, our members, based on your variety of business needs. Your membership ID can save you time and money in all areas of business, from logistics to finances, and so much more in between!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Suppliers – Join Now!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Distributors – Join Now!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Multi-Line Reps – Join Now!<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Associates – Join Now!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Member Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PPPC value benefits are designed to keep you connected, informed, rewarded, enlightened, engaged, and entertained!<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

SAGE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a PPPC distributor member, you get the full benefits of a SAGE Total Access subscription, which gives you access to SAGE Online, SAGE Web, and SAGE Mobile. With these products, you can search our database of over one million promotional products, manage your clients in the CRM area, design custom flyers and catalogs, create e-commerce enabled presentations, and more! You also get the full benefits of a PPAI membership that includes information on business savings benefits, education, and industry research. PPPC supplier members receive a SAGE Advantage Membership that lets you update and verify all your supplier and product information, manage your advertising portfolio, search for distributor information, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PPAI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1903, the Promotional Products Association International is the world\u2019s largest and oldest not-for-profit association serving more than 15,000 corporate members of the $23.3 billion promotional products industry which is comprised of more than 40,500 businesses and a workforce of more than 500,000 professionals. PPAI represents the industry in Washington, D.C., and advocates on its behalf. PPAI operates The PPAI Expo, the industry\u2019s largest trade show; provides the leading promotional products safety and compliance program, a prestigious professional development and certification program; and publishes industry trade journals and publications. The multibillion-dollar industry includes wearables, writing instruments, calendars, drinkware and many other items, usually imprinted with a company\u2019s name, logo or message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tradeshows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get connected at the PPPC tradeshows offered throughout the year including TOPS+ & our National Convention (NATCON). PPPC tradeshows provide ideal opportunities to preview the latest in promotional products, grow your network, and do business in one central location in a short time frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For distributors, with your all-access pass to every PPPC show, you can connect face-to-face with top industry suppliers, build relationships and see the latest and most innovative products and impress your clients as only PPPC distributor members can, by inviting them to a show! Promote your brand to your clients and theirs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PPPC Newsletter \u2013 A Member Exclusive!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The PPPC \u201cYou\u2019ve Got Promo Mail\u201d<\/em> bilingual newsletter is circulated bi-monthly and offers members the latest information in the promotional products world both nationally and internationally. Learn more about members, meet new ones, see what\u2019s trending and get updates on important events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional Development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let us help you take your career to greater heights! PPPC\u2019s Professional Development Certification now offers 4 different designations \u2013 TAS, CAS, MAS, MAS+, a certification level for each stage in your career. Achieve accreditation to promote your status within the industry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PPPC Awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let us put you in the spotlight! The PPPC Awards, the Momentum Award, Hall of Fame, Humanitarian Award; PPPC takes great pride in the accomplishments of our members and is very proud to shine the spotlight on their achievements with various PPPC Awards. Enhance your credibility and get noticed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Networking Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PPPC is a Community and as a PPPC member you can participate in regional networking opportunities with other PPPC members at our regional PPPC Chapter events, throughout the year. Get to know the association and its members. The connections made at these PPPC events are invaluable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mentorship | Mentee Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Promotional Product Professionals of Canada (PPPC), an association focused on the growth and advancement of the Canadian promotional products industry, and PromoKitchen (PK), a (501c3) non-profit organization that provides education and mentorship in the same industry formed a strategic partnership to better service their shared community through unique networking, educational, and mentorship opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PromoKitchen is an all-volunteer, 501c3 non-profit organization (46-5227901) serving the promotional products industry. Led by a cross-section of professionals: suppliers, distributors, and service providers, PromoKitchen is committed to furthering the education of industry professionals and elevating the industry status through mentorship opportunities. If you would like to support PromoKitchen, or for ways to get involved, please visit\u00a0https:\/\/www.promokitchen.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Advertising Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a PPPC Supplier member, you have access to a variety of different advertising opportunities to help increase your visibility and promote your brand to fellow PPPC members. Promoting your brand has never been easier or more affordable! Time and again, PPPC Distributors express their appreciation for advertising by members, for members. If you\u2019re a distributor, don\u2019t forget, PPPC Supplier members know what you need and they have it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PPPC Advantage Partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Easily earn back your membership investment many times over!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are already a member, log in to your member portal to get more information on how to utilize these advantage partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SAGE Payment Processing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

SAGE has teamed up with Stripe to create a complete, turn-key payment processing solution at competitive rates. SAGE Payment Processing makes it fast and easy to process credit and debit cards directly in SAGE Online, SAGE Mobile, and SAGE Web. If you have a SAGE Website, SAGE Payment Processing automatically integrates with your website to process payments in real-time. There are no monthly fees, no funding delays, no hardware needed, and no commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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LSS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can realize significant savings through Logistics Solutions & Services Inc. Using preferred carriers such as UPS for North American and international shipments, and Canpar for services within Canada by ground, PPPC members can benefit from 15-65% discounted rates depending on annual volume, discounted air and ocean freight services, no third party surcharges, third party sourcing and negotiation on warehousing and distribution as well as special discounts at Canadian UPS stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Days Inn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the time feels right for you to travel again, take advantage of this PPPC membership benefit: up to 15% savings at Days Inns across the country! Follow the instructions and use the corporate code in the attached flyer to secure your savings. This offer does not expire as long as you are a PPPC member. Better yet, you\u2019re able to collect Wyndham Reward Points on these bookings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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UL Verification Services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

UL Verification Services, Inc. is an accredited, third-party laboratory and global quality assurance provider with more than 25 years of experience in the toy and premiums industry. As the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) continues to implement new regulations, UL will be an essential resource, offering product-testing services at preferred member rates. UL Consumer Products services include testing, auditing, certification and responsible sourcing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pendleton Translations Limited<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pendleton Translations Limited (PTL) is a world-class translation and interpretation agency that has earned a reputation as an industry leader over the last 13 years. Our reputation and attention to detail gives our clients peace of mind knowing that all of their language needs are taken care of by experienced professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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