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AAkron (PPAI 111082, Gold), located in Aakron, New York, has been a family-owned and operated supplier in the promo industry since 1967. Its line includes more than 900 different items, more than 350 of which are domestically manufactured at its plants in New York and Tennessee.

In early 2023, Aakron acquired The Allen Company along with its Allen ColorCraft drinkware, hydration and beverageware products. Earlier this year, Aakron became a key supplier partner of A.T. Cross writing instruments.


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2023 Revenue: $30.7 million (estimate)
Three-Year Trend: +11%
2023 PPAI 100 Ranking: Not Ranked

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