December 9, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Gifts, Green Printing, Holidays, Personalized Gifts, Print, Promotion · Tagged Branding, corporate gifts, eco-friendly, Environment, green, green printing, Holiday, logo, paper, print
With Quick Ship, we’ve got you covered!
Don’t delay,order today! $5 Ground Shipping Free Envelope Return Address Printing thru Dec.10th
recycled cards calendar cards Chanukah cards
Merry Christmas wildlife beach New Years
traditional occupations business appreciation
inspirational Cards cards photo cards winter scenes peace golf
fine art global cards american artists
contemporary city scenes humorous cards
. . . and many more!
Click any of the pictures above to browse. There’s still time to select great gifts too!
Check our archives of great gift ideas from cyber week catalogs, or email barbara@bgeprint.com today
November 30, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Conference, Gifts, Holidays, Personalized Gifts, Print, Promotion, School Branding, Trade Show · Tagged Branding, corporate gifts, Holiday, Small business, Small Business Saturday
Click above to see some additional great items…for holiday or all year long!
The celebration continues – I am offering special deals to you all week. Take 10% off of any new order placed this week from one of our Special Holiday catalogs. Click the catalog cover to see what’s available today…and the rest of the week. HAVE A PEEK!
Take 10% off any new gift item purchased between Sat. 11/24 and Sat. Dec. 1, 2012…and a Special surprise bonus offer will be included with every order. Free shipping or no set-up charges…
Thank Your Customers or let your employees and colleagues know how much you appreciate them.
November 29, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Gifts, Green Printing, Holidays, Personalized Gifts, Print, Promotion, Trade Show · Tagged Branding, Conference, corporate gifts, Holiday, Shopping, Small business, Small Business Saturday
Check it out! Very cool gift ideas!
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Cyber Thursday continues with great gift ideas for the holidays. Take 10% all orders placed from any of this weeks special catalogs. Offer expires Dec.1, 2012
NOT JUST for Trade-shows & Conventions…some really great gift ideas in here.
November 28, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Gifts, Green Printing, Holidays, Personalized Gifts, Promotion · Tagged appreciation, Business, CyberMonday, Free shipping, Holiday, Online shopping, recognition, Saturday, Shopping, Small Business Saturday, thanks
HAPPY WEDNESDAY…I continue my celebration of small business Saturday, and Cyber Monday – I am offering special deals to you all week. Take 10% off of any new order placed this week from one of our Special Holiday catalogs. Click the catalog cover to see what’s available today…and the rest of the week. HAVE A PEEK!
Wednesdays Special Deals are filled with many great bags, from totes, to backpacks, padfolios, tablet stands, pens and YES– there’s still time. But don’t miss this window of opportunity to reap the rewards as shown below without incurring rush charges or expedited shipping.
Take 10% off any new gift item purchased between Sat. 11/24 and Sat. Dec. 1, 2012…(and a Special surprise bonus offer will be included with every order. E.G. Free shipping or no set-up charge). Thank Your Customers or let your employees and colleagues know how much you appreciate them.
Click the Cover to view these beautiful gift ideas…
Special offer expires Dec 1, 2012
October 25, 2012 · Filed under A Tribute, Entrepreneurship · Tagged Business, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Small business, Start Up
Last night I went to a celebratory function honoring Walter Geier, the founder, the brains and the “fire” behind the first and best Entrepreneurial program I know of. Walter had a keen insight and was truly “before his time” when realizing in 1966 that entrepreneurs could be given the tools and taught skills and need not be “born” with the entrepreneurial “gene”. Walter founded WIBO, the Workshop in Business Opportunities,
Click here to learn more about WIBO
a 16 week, free workshop that trains a segment of the population that has little or no exposure to entrepreneurship. Using a 300 page curriculum with case studies and a team made up of volunteers, many graduates wanting to “give-back” as I did for so many years, WIBO has graduated over 15,000 entrepreneurs to date.
Walter felt that economic, political and social equality could be achieved most quickly and effectively by training and assisting minorities to build growing prosperous businesses, and set out to open his first workshop which has grown in the past 46 years to include several throughout the 5 boroughs, Bridgeport, CT, and as I learned last night, several new locations popping up throughout the US including.
Walter Geier is a legend and has done a service to human kind. His energy and enthusiasm is infectious, and it was a joy to see him and hear him speak once again.
In 1983, a co-worker of mine asked me to join her for the FREE WORKSHOP in HOW TO START and GROW A PROFITABLE BUSINESS, and although I had no idea at that time how much this course would change my life, I skeptically agreed. And so my journey began. After the very first INTRODUCTORY class, I heard the admirable Walter Geier speak for the first time and I was sold. About 4 weeks into the program, I made my first sale doing business as BGE and 6 months later, I quit my full-time job and never looked back.
September 27, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Holidays, Print, Promotion · Tagged Budget, Business, Christmas, Christmas and holiday season, Gift, Holidays, New Year, Shopping
Click to view our e-catalog of Apparel and other great accessories.
It’s that time of year again! The chill in the air brings the hustle and bustle of holiday festivities, but many of us find ourselves with the agonizing dilemma; “How do I thank my customers for their loyalty, or my employees for a job well done when the budget is depleted and there’s not enough time to find the perfect gift?”
I hear this time and again from my customers and I’m sure this is a familiar scenario for you too? BGE can help you find personalized gifts for the top salesman that made your year, your customers or your staff and crew. We also have the capabilities to produce large quantity, custom designed calendars or holiday cards, printed and even mailed for you. Whatever your situation, we can help you customize the right way to say, “I appreciate you”, without breaking the bank. And yes, there is still plenty of time, but don’t wait too long–call today! 203 855-9897
BGE can deboss leather goods with your logo or personalize it with the recipient’s name, or both! There are a huge variety of distressed leather goods available, including iPad cases, wallets, key tags or coasters.
No minimum, custom skins made for any electronics make great gifts!
We can skin your favorite electronic pieces; cell phone, tablets, gaming devices or cameras with NO MINIMUMS. Add your photo, logo or graphic to virtually any product. Our apparel catalog offers great gift items, jackets, cashmere scarves, duffel bags and they can all be custom embroidered, silk-screened and personalized to make each and every recipient know they are appreciated. Packaging and shipping can take all the last-minute stress out of your life.
It’s as simple as calling or e-mailing us with your specifications such as quantity, type of recipient (customer, employee, prospect), any theme (made in the USA, academic or the Performing Arts), likes or dislikes and budget and our team will come up with a creative solution to your year-end woes, this year and every year. Don’t fret, BGE is here to help.
June 13, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Conference, Green Printing, Print, Promotion, Trade Show · Tagged Foil stamping, Media Kit, Pocket Folder, Press Kit, Printing, Target market
I get a WOW reaction every time someone sees my custom folders. . . and even better, they remember receiving my packet! Not only do I have a custom shape, but laser die-cut holes really add impact!
As marketing tools go, presentation folders will give you the best bang for your buck and are a must-have for any organization that needs to put forth a professional look. They are so versatile and can appeal to any industry you are targeting.
- Multi-Purpose – Pocket folders have a wealth of uses, such as organizing printed information, sending sales materials or presenting samples and proposals. Hotels use small folders to hold electronic room keys. Insurance companies use the larger legal size ones for policies and contracts. Press or media kits are another popular use. Get their attention when your beautiful folder lands on the editor’s desk, filled with necessary press releases, photos, print collateral etc.
- Wide Range of shapes and Sizes – Choices range far beyond the usual 9″ x 12″ folder you may find at your local office supply store. Smaller ones fit in a #10 envelope for easy and cost efficient mailing. Expandable folders, known also as box pocket folders can hold multiple inserts.
Our custom dies were created to leave a long-lasting impression. With many pocket styles to choose from and thousands of design possibilities, unique marketing pieces can be produced.
Also included are industry specific die patterns accompanied with “Stock Art” for quick and easy design.
How are you currently using your folders? I’d love to hear from you with some creative ways they can be used. Can pocket folders help your business give a more professional presentation?
For free samples, a quote or creative input on designing yourself a custom pocket folder, contact me: Barbara@bgeprint.com
May 7, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Print, Promotion, School Branding, Trade Show · Tagged Branding, custom, decals, design, display, flooring, graphic, logo, mats, print, promotion, rugs, Trade show, vinyl flooring
From vinyl decals to customized mats and rugs, floor graphics provide a low-cost, high-impact way to get value out of otherwise unused space. Indeed, studies show that floor graphics raise brand awareness, resulting in increased sales.
Floor graphics can be used indoors or out, and both customized and off-the-shelf options are available. Choices include:
Vinyl Floor Graphics
Whether full flooring or carefully placed floor decals, vinyl graphics are quick and easy to apply, and do not damage floors or leave marks when removed. Full color short-term promotional floor graphics can be used for retail display, while more durable graphics make excellent aisle markers. 
Try using vinyl “footsteps” as a clever way to lead customers where you’d like them to go! What’s more, we can even add matching wallpaper for a full custom space.
- Anti-slip finishes ensure that vinyl floor graphics comply with Health and Safety regulations.
Tough anti-scratch coatings make them resistant to spiked heeled shoes, making them practical for nightclubs, theaters, trade shows, museums, and more. 
- Graphics are printed with fade-resistant Eco inks onto specialized 3M self-adhesive vinyl material that can be laminated to retain its “brand new” look for up to 12 months.
Rugs and Carpets 
Customized welcome mats and rugs are frequently used throughout offices, retail space, schools, hospitals, museums and galleries. They’re water-absorbent and can be easily cleaned with a hose or power washer, vacuumed or shampoo. Options are available for high-traffic areas. 
Clear, detailed photo-realistic images can be printed on mats. Impervious to sunlight, they can withstand high traffic use for many years to come.
For a quote or more information on how you can use floor graphics in your business, please call Barbara at BGE (203) 855-9897 or e-mail barbara@bgeprint.com
March 28, 2012 · Filed under Branding, Conference, Print, Promotion, School Branding, Trade Show · Tagged achieve, Branding, Conference, corporate gifts, design, display, Environment, exhibiting, goal setting, logo, Trade show
In our recent series about trade show marketing, we’ve posted tips for increasing qualified traffic, preparing for trade show success, and effective booth design. Today, we’ll round out the series with the top 10 ways to ensure a successful trade show:
- Set Your Goal. Be specific about what you want
to get out of every trade show. Is your goal to sell product? Generate qualified leads? Explore a new market? Introduce a new product line? Gain publicity? Setting a specific goal is crucial for focusing your efforts and measuring success.
- Research in Advance. Before you exhibit at a trade show, it’s wise to visit it as an attendee to see if it’s a good fit. If that’s not feasible, ask show management for details on the number of attendees from past shows, the industries they represent (if applicable), and a list of previous exhibitors. Before you commit to exhibiting, make certain that your target audience represents a significant portion of the attendees.
- Estimate Your ROI. Calculate your budget, including travel,
hotel, meals, sales material, promotional handouts, and shipping. (You can probably amortize your booth costs over a number of shows.) What results do you need to make the show worthwhile? Are they realistic? As a rule of thumb, one employee can usually talk to between 6 and 15 prospects per hour.
- Plan Your Display. Above all, make sure your display communicates your sales message concisely and memorably. Click Here to Learn about Designing Your Own Booth Rely on large, professionally formatted images and graphics to convey your benefits at a glance.
Available as a mobile app or printed fold-out map for the destination city or event floor.
- Prepare Handouts. You’ll need plenty of sales literature and extra business cards. In addition, unique promotional giveaways can attract visitors and create a lasting impression of your company. One of my favorites is, a handy informative map of the destination city branded with your logo.
- Market Before the Show. The overwhelming majority of show attendees know which exhibitors they want to see before they arrive. Get on your prospects’ radar beforehand with pre-show advertising and mailings. Contact your most important prospects personally in advance of the show to make appointments.
- Rehearse Your Sales Points. Make sure every person working the show is crystal clear about what your message is. Why should prospects buy your products? Why should they buy from you, not your competitors? Why should they buy now? Distill those points to a few sentences, and rehearse them until you and your staff can speak them confidently.
- Be Welcoming. Attendees typically walk the floor looking for reasons not to stop at a booth. Don’t encourage them to keep walking by blocking the entrance to your booth, chatting on the phone or with co-workers, chewing gum, or sitting at your laptop. Stand ready to greet visitors with a warm and welcoming smile.
- Keep Good Notes. Have a system in place for collecting information about each prospect, either by scanning or collecting busin
ess cards. But don’t stop there; be sure to keep good notes on what the prospect was interested in, when they’d like you to follow-up, what their budget is, and any other information that will help you prioritize your leads and close sales.
- Follow Up Quickly. Following up quickly makes a great impression. Even if a prospect asked you to call them in six months, write an email or letter immediately to thank them for visiting your booth and confirm
Follow-up software is available, to make this task a little simpler.
when you’ll contact them again. Streamline your follow-up emails and letters by writing form letters beforehand and adapting them as necessary after (or during)the show.
Exhibiting at trade shows can be an amazingly efficient way to reach buyers, prospects and the press. Given the amount of time and money you’re investing, don’t just show up and hope for the best. Follow these tips, and you’ll maximize your return on every show.
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