Kelly Promotions, LLC | Promotional Products & Apparel | Melrose, MN

Your Brand Is Your Business - Market It!

Feb 20

As a marketing professional, you understand better than anyone the importance of establishing a distinct brand presence for your company. People gravitate to those they identify with and can trust ...

6 Products to Grow Your Business!

Feb 5

People love plants! They live in our offices and our homes and whether you have a large flourishing garden or fake plants because you can't even keep a cactus alive, there's a plant-themed promo fo...

6 Benefits of Customer Loyalty Programs

Jan 14

Everybody loves getting new business - it's exciting! Because new customers are so crucial to growing a business, many companies pour the majority of their marketing time and energy into generating...

Your Guide to Promo Hats

Nov 23, 2025

A hat is a hat, right? With so many different styles available, it's easy to get confused. With this quick guide to promotional headwear, you'll learn the differences between the various styles of ...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Oct 2, 2025

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to prod...

Generation Z vs. Millennials: What’s the Difference?

Jun 22, 2025

We're all familiar with the stereotypes that characterize the millennial generation- avocado toast, "killing" chain restaurants, and being social media obsessed. But what actually defines a millenn...

It's Party Thyme: 7 Products for Plant Lovers

Jun 14, 2025

In recent years, home gardening has gone from a small hobby to a full-blown trend. Houseplants aren't just beautiful home décor- they're actually good for your health! Owning indoor plants c...

6 Hot Sauces Sure to Blow Your Socks Off

Feb 21, 2025

Finding a new, good hot sauce nowadays is almost like when Indiana Jones triumphantly grabs the idol at the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. It may have taken you traversing through the aisles...

6 Products to Welcome Students Back to School

Feb 13, 2025

"Don't you just love New York in the fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address." Tom Hanks said it bes...

Take 5 of These Promotional Products for the Medical Field, and Call Me in the Morning

Dec 25, 2024

It can be tough for people in the medical field to get their names out to new patients. If you own a restaurant, you can have your cool mascot show up at a local sports game and toss out t-shirts. ...

6 Stuffed Animals to Cuddle Your Way to Happiness

Oct 14, 2024

Almost everyone had a favorite stuffed animal growing up. They were a friend that you confided your deepest secrets to, a friend that could keep you company when thunderstorms rolled through the ni...

The Best Apps For Organization

Sep 22, 2024

For many of us, keeping organized and productive seems to be the goal that haunts us throughout the year - especially in an increasingly digital age where social media, a million calendar reminders...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Mar 26, 2024

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

5 Black-Belt Worthy Karate Promo Products

Mar 19, 2024

Ready to chop and kick your way into a win? Well, look no further! Here are five top-notch karate items that are perfect for any karate school! Karate Medal Karate Stress Reliever K...

10 Tweetable Quotes for Motivation

Feb 11, 2024

People love quotes. That's probably why 30% of retweets on Twitter are quote-related. You can tap into that trend by posting engaging and entertaining quotes on your company's account. However, quo...

5 Products That will Send you Over the Moon and out of This World

Feb 4, 2024

For the first time since Neil and Buzz took those first steps on July 16th, 1969, there hasn't been a more exciting time for space exploration than right now. Just recently, we landed another rover...

Our Top 10 Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

Jan 27, 2024

Sometimes it's good to take a moment and get in touch with Mother Earth. Not only are these products great for printing your company logo or message, but they also serve dual purposes. The products...

Your Guide to Drinkware

Jan 5, 2024

Mugs, tumblers, and bottles...oh my! There is an abundance of variety available when it comes to promotional drinkware, which can make it difficult to decide what is the best choice for your brand....

Branding 101: Let’s Talk Logos

Aug 2, 2023

A logo is often a company's first impression and it can impact a customer's perception, purchase decisions and overall attitude toward your company. A logo is a symbol or graphic element that repre...

Case Study: Thank You for Spooning

Mar 16, 2023

Description: 10 Oz. Aztec Spooner Mug Industry: Advertising / Marketing / Publishing What it was purchased for: A major coupon distributor was looking for a thank you to give out to advertisers...

6 Purr-fect Promo Products for Cat Lovers

Mar 2, 2023

Everyone knows that dogs are man's best friend, but did you know that cats have been living alongside humans as companions since at least 7500 BC? In 2017, cats were one of the most popular pets by...

Using Customer Profiles to Find the Perfect Promo Products

Feb 9, 2023

When business owners are asked about the customers they serve, many times, their response is: "Well, we serve everyone..." If a company served everyone, it would be impossible to build a successfu...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Dec 20, 2022

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Dec 12, 2022

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

6 Things You're Missing out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Dec 5, 2022

Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...

The History of Promotional Products

Sep 22, 2022

If you've ever been to a music festival or convention and walked away with a bag full of freebies, then you know that promotional products work! But did you know that those quirky logoed products h...

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility: Why it Matters

Sep 15, 2022

As the reality of our planet's changing climate is becoming more and more apparent, being committed to sustainability has become a business imperative in the eyes of consumers. According to a 2018 ...

Case Study: Hay, Where'd You Get That Tote?

Aug 17, 2022

Description: Large Boat Tote Industry: Sports / Fitness What it was purchased for: Horse show giveaways How it was distributed: A local horse show needed gifts for their major contributors. A ...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Jan 29, 2022

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save yo...

Branding 101: What Makes a Brand Powerful

Jan 6, 2022

A powerful brand is more than just a great logo and a mission statement (although those certainly lay the groundwork for any brand.) We live in a time where competition rises up on every corner, an...

8 Graphic Design Mistakes to Avoid

Dec 1, 2021

From social media graphics and website layouts to creating a cohesive grouping of promotional products, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles and grow your business at the...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Aug 15, 2021

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Jul 17, 2021

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

Reusable vs. Disposable Items

Jun 18, 2021

Disposable products are a common part of everyday life for most folks - think single-use items like plastic cutlery, paper plates, shopping bags from the grocery store, napkins, the coffee cup from...

6 Things You're Missing Out on by Not Using Promotional Products

Jun 3, 2021

Promotional products aren't just for niche industry operations. Whether you are a small organization looking to grow your business, or an established company wanting to reach a new market, a produc...

How to Create Buzz Around a Launch With Promo Products

Apr 13, 2021

So, you're launching a new product or service? Congratulations - what an exciting time for your business! We understand that your next step is to develop your action plan to make this launch overwh...

What Makes Gen Z Tick?

Mar 8, 2021

It's the 2020s, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may w...

Lead a Healthier Lifestyle With These 6 Promotional Products

Mar 1, 2021

Eating healthy. Weight management. Working out five times a week. There are many health-related resolutions we set at the beginning of a new year. But, do we follow through with them? Many times, t...

How to Put Together an Onboarding Kit

Jan 25, 2021

Employee engagement starts the second a new employee walks in the door, so it's important for companies to make a good impression on their first day! The onboarding process shouldn't just be about ...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Jan 3, 2021

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

Graphic Design Terms Everyone Should Know

Oct 9, 2020

It can be hard to communicate with a design team on a project when the designers speak their very own language. That's why we have a rundown of words you may come across frequently that can save y...