Premier Group Network proudly celebrated the 2024 achievements of its member companies and individual representatives during the 2025 Annual Meeting at the historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina. Each year, PG honors individuals and organizations who exemplify outstanding service, innovation, and the spirit of partnership that defines the Premier Group community.

Awards were presented to the following members:

SUPPLIER AWARD Highest Sales Volume (In Group)

Awarded to suppliers in each category with highest sales volume with Premier Group Network distributors.

Ball Pro / Diversified           (Up to $20M in annual sales)

Cap America                             ($20 M-$50 M in annual sales)          

SanMar                                        (Over $50 M in annual sales)

 

DISTRIBUTOR AWARD: Highest Purchase Volume (In Group)

Awarded to distributors with highest purchase volume with Premier Group Network suppliers.

City Apparel + Merch                       (Up to $3.5M in annual sales)

Bright Ideas in Broad Ripple        ($3.5 M-$7.5M in annual sales)

Barker Specialty                                  (Over $7.5M in annual sales)

 

SUPPLIER AWARD: Paul Smith Award
Voted on by distributor members, this award recognizes suppliers who exemplify the collaborative values of Premier Group and deliver consistent excellence in: product quality, marketing support, customer service, sales support, problem resolution and management engagement.

Pop! Promos                                      (Up to $20M in annual sales)

Cap America                                      ($20 M-$50 M in annual sales)           

Hit Promotional Products      (Over $50 M in annual sales)

 

DISTRIBUTOR AWARD: Doug Bruce Award

Named in memory of longtime PG co-founder Doug Bruce, this award recognizes distributor companies who embody the spirit of partnership and collaboration. Voted on by supplier members, recipients stand out in the following areas: meaningful relationships with PG suppliers, understanding of timelines and process and commitment to solution oriented approaches when faced with challenges. 

Skylight Creative                                (Up to $3.5M in annual sales)

JH Specialty                                           ($3.5 M-$7.5M in annual sales)

 The Promotions Department     (Over $7.5M in annual sales)

SUPPLIER AWARD Highest Sales Growth Over Last Year 2024 vs 2023 (In Group)

Awarded to suppliers in each category with highest sales volume with Premier Group Network distributors.

The Chest                   (Up to $20M in annual sales)

NC Custom               ($20 M-$50 M in annual sales)

Gill Studios                (Over $50 M in annual sales)

 

DISTRIBUTOR AWARD: Highest Percentage of Spend with PG Suppliers

Awarded to distributors in each category with highest percentage of spend with Premier Group Network suppliers.

City Apparel + Merch                          (Up to $3.5M in annual sales)

 Renaissance Promotions                  ($3.5 M-$7.5M in annual sales)

The Callard Company                           (Over $7.5M in annual sales)

 

MVPG: Most Valuable Premier Group Volunteer

Alicia Rhodes, Action Plus Ideas

Awarded to a distributor or supplier member who does NOT sit on the board but contributes and supports the group in very significant ways.     

Wingman Award

Cecilla Chicone, Logomark

Awarded to the supplier member representative that is a go-to partner for tough projects. A trusted mainstay, source of inspiration nd collaborator to be counted on.

Allstar Award

RJ Dunnigan, Renaissance Promotions

Awarded a distributor sales representative that is building business and exemplifies excellence and professionalism at every turn.

MacGyver Awards

Menda Wright, Creative Studio Promotions

Awarded the distributor and supplier member that made the impossible happen resulting in a great case study or significant sales.           

Introducing The Wagner Award

Established in 2025, The Wagner Award was created to honor the extraordinary leadership and service of Matt Wagner, whose legacy as PG Board Chair continues to inspire the organization. This distinguished award recognizes a Premier Group member whose contributions reflect the same values Matt embodies—integrity, kindness, objectivity, and an unwavering commitment to what is best for the association.

The award is not given annually but is reserved for moments when the Board of Directors identifies a member whose voluntary service is truly exceptional.

We are proud to announce that Matt Wagner was named the inaugural recipient of The Wagner Award in 2025, a fitting tribute to his years of dedication, steady leadership, and lasting impact on the PG community as he completes his board service.

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