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AI is changing branded merch faster
than most businesses are prepared for.


From content creation and workflow automation to sales, marketing, sourcing, and customer experience, the tools are evolving fast. The challenge now isn’t access to AI…

It’s knowing what actually matters.
 

That’s why Branded Merch Network is bringing together distributors, decorators, suppliers, printers, and tech innovators for Automate & Elevate 2026 — a free online event focused on practical AI adoption, real-world insights, and the future of branded merch.

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Details for the 2026 event are coming soon.

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AI Won’t Save Your Business (Until You Fix This First)
Busy Isn’t Better: The Shift From Volume to Value
BELLA + CANVAS x Coachella: Inside the Viral Merch Experience
Nike vs Adidas: The Real World Cup Brand Battle
Sustainability Certifications Explained: Which Ones Actually Matter?
Why Customers Replace You So Easily
Sustainability Is Everywhere… But What’s Actually Changing?
Automate & Elevate with Rick Molenaar - Part Two
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 In these conversations, we taco 'bout various issues affecting the branded merch industry. Topics include collaborations between suppliers and distributors and inspiring stories.

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Listen to honest insights from industry leaders on
"Why It Matters" to do the right thing.
These conversations will encourage and inspire you.

Joel Freet, CEO of Cutter & Buck on "Why It Matters"
Crissy Manwaring from Robertson Marketing on "Why It Matters."
Cassie Green, from Apparelist on Why It Matters
Theresa Hegel from ASI on Why it Matters
Michele Dando from Facilisgroup following up from the "Why It Matters" Summit
Why It Matters LIVE: Inside the Sustainable Merch Revolution
Why It Matters with Jo-an Lantz
Why It Matters LIVE: Inside the Sustainable Merch Revolution
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Nike vs Adidas: The Real World Cup Brand Battle
BELLA + CANVAS x Coachella: Inside the Viral Merch Experience
Most Brand Collabs Miss This. F1 × LEGO Didn’t!
Ralph Lauren × Team USA: Style, Pride, and the Power of Belonging
Coors × Two Worlds: Heritage vs Culture-Forward Collaborations
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Collab Culture is a monthly video podcast exploring the world of brand collaborations—why they happen, how they work, and what they mean for the future of branded merchandise, apparel, and marketing. Each month, we unpack a real-world collab with equal parts insight, humor, and practical takeaways. Think of it as your monthly Marketing Mashup—curated, thoughtful, and always relevant.

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BRANDED WOR(L)DS represents the global universe
of branding, design, and communication.

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Discover What's Behind the Beautiful, Sustainable, Stanley/Stella Apparel Line...
A high five that lasts forever!
Discover What's New and Exciting at Goldstar
Tek Explorer Blanket from The Kanata Group
LUCEN 500mL DOUBLE INJECTION MOLDED BOTTLE
Ghostbuds from RUPT
Savory Sampler from Maple Ridge farms
Falcon Power Bank from AceHigh
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Learn What a Few Great Companies Have Going On...

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​​Another not-so-typical BMN event is in the books.
 

And yeah… it delivered.
 

This wasn’t just us… it was a table full of distributors, decorators, suppliers, print pros, and media, showing up to share what’s actually working.

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“Sustainability doesn’t need more promises… it needs more proof.”

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No stage. No scripts. Just people doing the work.

This is what happens when you give business owners and their teams a seat at the table.

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In addition to valuable business-building content, here,
we offer unique perspectives from a variety of sources

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TACOS with Jay and Jeff featuring guest Mel Lay from Allmade
TACOS with Robert Fiveash and Danny Rosin
TACOS with Charles and Lane from Goldstar
TACOS with Ernie from Custom Logos
TACOS with Jay and Jeff discussing Brand Relevance
John Vo's WHOOPLA "Tiki Bar Box" Opening
TACOS with Joelly Goodson from Genumark
TACOS with Jay and Jeff featuring Baker - Part Two
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   Jay Busselle and Jeff Solomon share tacos with their colleagues
while delving into innovative branding and collaboration ideas.
These shows feature entertaining guests

and offer a vibrant mix of engaging content.

Branded Merch Network is the go-to community for creators, marketers, and makers who believe branded merch should mean more. We fuel the industry through powerful conversations, free video content, and experiential training events like the
Why It Matters Sustainable Merch Summit and Automate & Elevate.

From storytelling to sustainability, we connect the brightest minds in promo, print,
and apparel to share ideas, spark innovation, and elevate what’s possible.

Join the movement shaping the future of meaningful merch.

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Special Thanks to Those Who Have Contributed to the Branded Merch Network:

The Branded Merch Network Appreciates the Support of These Fine Companies:

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