(Editor’s Note: PromoWire by PPAI Media is a running digest of updates from organizations around the promotional products industry. PPAI Media will consider newsworthy entries submitted by any member organization.)

December 27

Kaitlyn Harrison Joins Elemental In Key Sales Role

Elemental (PPAI 770416, S1) has tapped Kaitlyn Harrison to spearhead growth for the company in the promotional products sector.

  • She brings a wealth of promotional industry leadership experience, having held key roles at major companies on both the distributor and supplier sides. Most recently, Harrison was director of client experience at Zing Manufacturing where she played a pivotal role in the launch of Zing’s sustainability campaign, the “100 Million Bottle Initiative.”
  • At Elemental, she will concentrate on the intersection of DEI and sustainability and will drive discussions on distributor partnerships, creativity and sustainability.

“I'm smitten with our industry, fascinated by supply chain intricacies and I love the thrill of new business pursuits,” Harrison says. “I am intimately aware of the daily grind of distributors –growing their business, expanding their portfolio and delighting clients. My dedication to sustainability and collaboration with industry leaders has led me to this fantastic opportunity, where the product line aligns perfectly with my vision to leave a positive impact on the world.”

VAPPA Introduces Its 2024 Board of Directors

On January 1, seven new board members will begin their terms for the Virginia Promotional Products Association (VAPPA). They were elected by majority vote of the membership and will serve a three-year term.

  • President: Wayne Vaughan, MAS (Distributor, TK Promotions, Inc.)
  • Vice President: Bjorn Rheborg (Supplier, Gemline)
  • Secretary: Lisa Deane (Distributor, Fuze, LLC)
  • Treasurer: Kevin Mullaney (Supplier, SnugzUSA)
  • At Large: Andres Blanco, MAS (Distributor, AIA)
  • At Large: Kendra McDougal, MAS (Distributor, HALO)
  • Immediate Past President / At Large: Janet McMaster, MAS (Distributor, Geiger)

“I am excited to have such a dynamic group serving as directors on the 2024 Board,” says VAPPA Incoming President Wayne Vaughan, MAS. “Their industry experience complements VAPPA’s future direction and we are fortunate to have them join us as we focus on elevating the industry and continue to develop services that provide our members great value.”