Big event? Let's build the plan before we pick the product.
Sit down with a Promo Buddy and map the event, the goal, the audience and how it all gets handed out. Then we source the product, work through the design and execute the project with you.
A bigger budget deserves more than a catalog search.
When there's real money and a real event on the line, picking products first is how budgets get wasted.
Swag nobody keeps
Generic giveaways that end up in the trash before the event is over.
Pieces that don't match
Tents, tees and giveaways from different vendors that never look like one brand.
A last-minute scramble
Rush fees and missed dates because nobody planned backward from the event.
Four questions shape every great event.
We start with the event itself, not the product list. The right products become obvious once these are clear.
The Event
What's happening, where, when and at what scale.
- Dates and in-hands deadline
- Venue, booth or space
- Headcount and duration
The Goal
What a win looks like for you when it's over.
- Leads, sales or sign-ups
- Brand awareness
- Thank-you and retention
The Audience
Who's receiving it, and what they'd actually use.
- Guests, staff, volunteers, VIPs
- Tiers of giveaways
- What fits their day-to-day
The Hand-Out
How everything gets distributed on the day.
- Booth, check-in or gift bag
- Kits, sizes and packing
- Shipping and delivery points
We don't hand you a plan and walk away.
The same Promo Buddy who maps your event sources it, works through the design and sees it through to delivery.
A curated product plan
Products picked for your goal and audience, organized around your budget, from our network of 3,000+ print partners.
One look across everything
Apparel, displays and giveaways that look like they belong together, from the tent to the tee.
Design direction
We work from your logo and brand, and our designers can help build what's missing.
A timeline built backward
Proof, production and shipping dates planned from your event date, so there's no scramble at the end.
Execution, start to finish
Sourcing, proofs, production and delivery handled by one point of contact.
Five steps from idea to event day.
Simple, and you always know what's next.
Apply
Tell us about the event, the budget and the timing. It takes about 3 minutes.
Book with a $500 deposit
We confirm the fit and send your deposit link to lock in your session.
Strat Session
Sit down with your Promo Buddy and map the event, goal, audience and hand-out.
Presentation + design
We bring back a curated plan and mockups for you to review and approve.
Production + delivery
We produce, pack and ship everything to arrive in time for your event.
From the booth to the ribbon cutting.
A quick gut check.
A great fit if…
- Your project budget is $2,000 or more
- You need several products to work together
- You're planning a full event, launch or program
- You want one person handling it start to finish
Probably not needed if…
- You need one or two products
- You already know exactly what you want
- Your budget is under $2,000
- For those, a Custom Product Presentation is faster, with no deposit.
Your deposit goes toward your order.
The $500 deposit books your Swag Strat Session™ and is applied to your order once it's placed.
Good to know.
What happens during the session?
You and your Promo Buddy walk through the event, your goal, who's receiving the products and how they'll be handed out. From there we build a product plan around your budget and timeline.
How does the $500 deposit work?
The deposit books your session and is applied to your order once it's placed. We'll send the deposit link after we review your application and confirm it's a good fit.
Do I need artwork ready?
No. Bring your logo if you have it. If you need something designed, our design team can help at $40/hour with a 1-hour minimum.
How far ahead should I apply?
The earlier the better. Standard production runs 10–14 days from artwork approval, so planning a few weeks out gives you the most options. Rush timelines are reviewed case by case.
What if my project is smaller?
For projects under $2,000, or when you already know what you need, request a Custom Product Presentation instead. It's free and there's no deposit.
Let's plan your event.
Tell us a little about the project. A Promo Buddy will review it and email you within 1 business day to set up your session.
Application received.
A Promo Buddy will review it and email you within 1 business day to schedule your Swag Strat Session™. Replies come from order@mypromobuddy.com.
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