Episode #72: Branding Together: Unveiling Our Special Merch Project, With Stanley/Stella
Date: January 12, 2026
Duration: 42:11
Theresa Hegel of ASI and Cassie Green of PRINTING United Alliance kick off 2026 with a discussion on industry headlines, focusing on advocacy wins and sustainability efforts. They also introduce their new merch project in collaboration with Stanley/Stella, highlighting the importance of creativity and collaboration in the print and promo industries.
The conversation features an interview with Jeremy Morillo from Stanley/Stella, who shares insights on sustainability, the challenges of entering the U.S. market, and the significance of transparency in the supply chain. The episode concludes with a fun game and reflections on the future of sustainability in apparel.
Industry headlines:
- PRINTING United Alliance Celebrates a Year of Major Wins in 2025
- Retail Market Shifts Its Promo Spend Among Layoffs, Struggles
- Ryonet Becomes Exclusive Distributor of Screen ALGAE INK
- Babybel Phases Out Plastic Packaging for Paper for Eco-Conscious ‘Unboxing’ Experience
Branding Together January 2026 Time Stamps
01:03 – Welcome 2026 and Teaser to Episode
01:30 – Industry Headlines and Trends
09:13 – Building a Story: Branding Together Merch Project
18:35 – Guest Introduction: Jeremy Morillo from Stanley/Stella
32:24 – Future of Sustainability in Apparel, Trends, and More
36:42 – Game: Cozy or Cold?
Listen to Previous Episodes
- December 2025: Industry Wins, Holiday Rapid Fire, and What’s to Come in 2026
- November 2025: The Rise of Custom Packaging in Print and Promo
- Bonus Episode: Reflections on M&A Activity with Rusty Pepper
- October 2025: Designing Impactful Merch with Jeremy Picker
- September 2025: Productivity Hacks, Plus One Man’s Journey from Intern to CEO
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