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HALO Branded SolutionsA Leader in Creative Promotional Product Solutions
HALO Branded Solutions has been an industry leader for over 60 years; and is the largest 100% “pure” promotional products company industry.
Headquartered in Sterling, Illinois, HALO Branded Solutions is centrally located in order to support a national client base. In addition to our 100,000 square foot, state-of-the-art distribution and processing center, we maintain 17 regional sales offices in key corporate markets.
HALO employs 300 corporate service team members with decades of knowledge and experience who support the over 900 creative and resourceful Account Executives across the nation who focus on implementing effective marketing solutions for over 40,000 satisfied clients.
Industry leader in promotional products for
over 60 years
Outstanding client relationships built on integrity, reliability and professionalism
Industry Financial Strength
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
$159.9$170.9
$186.2 $196.1$218.1
$249.6
$ Annual Sales Volume (Millions)
HALO Branded Solutions is a highly respected leader in the promotional products industry and has:
The largest geographical footprint in North America with additional presence in Central America
Been ranked in the Top 5 of all promotional products distributors by revenue
The ability to support a worldwide organization with 24/7 access to HALO’s team
Financial strength to fund large, million dollar orders
90%+ repeat client order retention
98% customer satisfaction rating
Brand Marketing Solutions
Corporate Gifts Recognition and Service
Incentives and Awards
Where We Excel
Sweepstakes and Promotions
Safety and Wellness
Many of today’s leading brands TRUST us!
HALO Corporate Support Team
Chad Coope
r
ProgramDevelopment
& Management
Program &
Inventory Coordinators
Merchandise&
International Sourcing
Accounting&
Reporting
ITServices
Marketing
Warehouse &
Distribution
Customer Service
Product and Brand Protection
• HALO is an extension of your marketing team
• HALO protects your brand
• Processes in place to control quality of product
Product Quality Brand Consistency Uncompromised Safety
Drop-ship: Pre-production samples, approvals, knowledgeable local team, all orders go through YOUInventory: Pre-production samples, re-stock quality check procedure to match YOUR approved logo and products
Responsible Sourcing & Product Safety
Mandates Product Safety and Social Compliance Documentation Including:• Signed Commitment to Ethical & responsible Conduct (Code of Conduct)• Product Safety Position Letter• Signed Indemnification Agreement• General Conformity Certificate (GCC)
Participates in the Fair Labor AssociationHALO has a Category B membership in FLA, and has participated in FLA membership groups and training
Provides Expertise in Product TestingHALO maintains an aggressive product testing protocol monitored by a product integrity team of highly-trained and experienced individuals and implemented by globally-recognized testing labs.
Monitors Minority/MWBE PurchasesHALO tracks the purchases from minority and woman-owned businesses, and can provide accurate tracking to our clients upon request
Quality Certification Alliance Membership (QCA)The QCA Distributor Advisory Council is the promotional products industry’s only independent accreditation organization. QCA raises the bar for solutions to provide supply chain transparency, and answer the increasing amount of questions from Fortune 100 companies about product safety and compliance
Product and Brand KnowledgeYou will see the newest and most unique products!
• Retail trends – American Cancer Society, Disney • Weekly manufacturer presentations• Travel to industry trade shows
– PPAI Expo – Las Vegas– PPAI Brand Incentives Showcase – Las Vegas– ASI Shows – Chicago, New York, Orlando, Dallas, Long Beach– Product Showcases in key markets across the country – New Product shows in Minneapolis, Sioux Falls and Fargo
• Consultation for bulk/custom purchases• National Sales Conference – a week of product education & industry trends• Sage Database – research tool of virtually every item in the industry
Advantages of HALO: Customized Websites Developed In-House
Reflect Client
Branding
Search Capabilities
Customized Product
Categories
Link to Account
Executive’s Catalog
Buyer Log In &
Account Information
User Guide
Rotating Product &
Promotional Imagery
www.mylogogear.com/ricohcompany
Special Website FeaturesLogo
Locker
Flash Buy
Flash Buy
Copy Locker
ApparelOrder Chart
HALO’s Warehouse Facilities and Capabilities
HALO has a 57,000 sq. ft. warehouse fulfillment center sq. ft. warehouse fulfillment center in
Houston, Texas
The turnaround time to ship these items is 24-48 hours
HALO has a 57,000 sq. ft. warehouse fulfillment center centrally located in Sterling, Illinois and a 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse fulfillment center in Houston, Texas
The turnaround time to ship these items is 24-48 hours
Inventory orders shipped within 24-48 hours with 99.8% accuracy
Next day delivery available
• On-site “kitting” capabilities
On-site embroidery center
ally located in Sterling, Illinois and a 10,000
Inventory Management
Dedicated Inventory Coordinator
• Monitor inventory levels
• Set reorder points in our system
• When stock goes below that point a reorder notice is sent to the IC
• Like to see inventory turn 4 times a year
• Monitor inventory levels
• Set reorder points in our system
• When stock goes below that point a reorder notice is sent to the IC
• Like to see inventory turn 4 times a year
Real-Time Reporting
HALO Provides Customized ReportingFully automated order acknowledgements & shipment tracking information
Inventory & Usage Reports:• Best Sellers• MTD/YTD Sales by units sold • MTD/YTD Sales by dollar value• Minority/Eco Friendly Sales
Service Level Management Reports:• Savings & Value Reports• On-time shipping• Backorder & returns
Flashbuy Stores
Benefits of a Flashbuy
Online ordering tool that is open for 2 weeks
Orders can all be credit card or all billed to corporate office
Goods are produced and split shipped
Eliminates Inventory commitment/exposure and liquidation of inventory
Allows for flexibility in offering fresh products each time without concern of having to sell through any inventory
Allows for better reach out to all buyers electronically.
Cuts out overhead costs which keeps sell prices down to end buyers.
Survey Monkey
Group Ordering Tool
Offer a few items and allow buyers 2 weeks to place their order
All orders are split shipped to their locations
Once invoice generated back to corporate
Marketing Activity Planner (M.A.P.)
A “M.A.P.” outlines tradeshows, events, and other marketing activities where promotional merchandise is needed
Benefits of utilizing a M.A.P.
• Defines marketing efforts that are aligned with your corporate goals
• Helps increases brand awareness
• Allows for clear communication
• Additional customization of products may be available as this plan allows product sourcing to be done in advance of event dates
