AIM ShowReady Merch Bag 2026


Thank you for stopping by the AIM Hospitality Suite and picking up the AIM ShowReady merch bag at ASI Orlando and PPAI Expo.

We hope you are enjoying the bag and, more importantly, putting the products to good use - from everyday essentials like the snapback cap to the just-in-case poncho. Each item was intentionally selected from our VIP Suppliers to be practical, thoughtful, and easy to share in client meetings and conversations.

Our goal was simple: to create something useful, memorable, and designed to help spark new ideas and new business with your clients. We hope these samples are doing exactly that.

  • Lil' Glitter Duck

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Alpi International 35093

  • Weekender Perforated Snapback Cap

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Momentec Brands P424

  • 1 ½” Wide Bridal Satin Ribbon

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Bagmakers DSSTD138

  • Deluxe Golf Tee Holder

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Ball Pro GAC-1004

  • Greensburg Hard Cover Cork Bound Notebook

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    BEL Promo ANOT65

  • Lanyard

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    BEL Promo ADR139

  • CoasterStone Absorbent Stone Car Coaster

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    CoasterStone CUCR1

  • Embroidered 2" Patches

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    EMT 5336A

  • Sublimated Large Non-Woven Shopping Tote (2-Sided)

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    HPG - Evans 8359S2

  • Squared Basset Performance Pen™

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    GMG Works 1045

  • Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Gold Bond Inc. DSMCC

  • Dental Flosser Pick Kit

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    HIT 90065

  • Square Push Pop Ball

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Jornik Manufacturing Corp. JK-9809

  • The Boss

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Koozie Group EB26D

  • POPPER BRACELET KEYCHAIN

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    LINCOLN LINE BPB180

  • Brite Spots® Fluorescent Highlighters

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Liqui-Mark 6000

  • (3 Pack Lip Balm – SPF15)

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    nc custom  LB170

  • Indoor Magnet Calendar

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Magnet America IMCST20

  • Chip Clip

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Magnet Group CL-16

  • Sharpie Fine Point

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Newell Custom Writing Instruments FPM

  • https://playingcardsondemand.com/custom-backs/

    Custom Playing Cards

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Playing Cards On Demand CBP

  • Jewel Collection Soft Touch Sport/Stadium Towel with Ghost Ink®

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Pro Towels TRU-18

  • Foldable Nylon Fan

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Proinnovative Line 090357

  • Clear Clip Caddy

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Seville Gear GA-720

  • Full Color Transfer Wrap Pencil

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    SHEPENCO TRNSFC

  • Emergency Poncho with custom insert

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Storm Duds 1200

  • Sticker Sheets

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Stouse 6712/ 6716

  • PZ-281

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    The Chest PZ-281

  • Bradshaw Scarf

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    Towel Specialties BRDSCF

  • First Aid in Zip Close Pouch with Carabiner

    Supplier Name Supplier SKU
    WOWLine AID2

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Who is AIM?

AIM Smarter, LLC. is one of the largest and fastest-growing promotional product distributor networks, supporting over 2,500 member and affiliate companies across the U.S., UK, and Canada. Since launching in 2006, AIM has expanded significantly, bringing together a community of experienced and qualified distributors and achieving combined sales of over $2 billion and climbing.

With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and community, AIM offers industry-leading technology tools, business services, and exclusive member benefits. These include advanced order management systems, a robust product sourcing platform, branded company stores, marketing support, creative services, and preferred supplier partnerships.

AIM continues to grow as a leading force in the promotional products industry, helping members work smarter and thrive in a competitive marketplace.

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AIM Higher Strategic Event


April 20-23, 2026
Saddlebrook | Wesley Chapel, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the AIM HIGHER Strategic Event?

    The AIM HIGHER Strategic Event provides AIM members and VIP suppliers with pre-scheduled, one-on-one private meetings, to collaborate and enhance unique business development opportunities as well as first-class networking. It is designed to be an exclusive forum to openly share client needs, sales and marketing strategies, and product solutions. 

    Rather than just another tradeshow, AIM HIGHER is focused on building relationships that turn into solid partnerships.

  • Where will the AIM HIGHER Strategic Event be held?

    The event will be held April 20-23, 2026, at the Saddlebrook Resort, 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543.

  • What days are the meetings scheduled and how long is each meeting?

    Meetings are scheduled to take place all day on Tuesday and Wednesday. Each pre-scheduled meeting is 20 minutes, with a 5-minute break between each. 

  • What are the requirements to attend the event?

    Attendees are vetted for growth potential and come with an established book of business, typically in the $350K–$1MM+ annual sales range.

    Once approved, attendees need to attend all scheduled networking events and meetings.

    We're expecting you to complete a short survey about your experience with each supplier to help us with future events.

    We'll host a pre-event webinar for attendees to answer questions, set expectations, and discuss tips on how to best use the time you have in each meeting.

    Due to investments made that are unable to be recovered, you will be responsible for a $1,000 cancellation fee if you're unable to attend within 30 days of the event.

  • What are the costs to attend the event?

    All qualified attendees receive a participation package that includes airfare reimbursement, based on coach, round-trip airfare,* hotel accommodations for three nights, standard fare event meals, and networking events. 

     *If eligible, an attendee may receive a reimbursement for their airfare up to $300. If driving, reimbursement will be up to 200 miles at $0.58 per mile. 

  • Can I cancel my commitment to attend the event?

    If you cancel within 30 calendar days of the scheduled arrival day, for any reason, you will incur a $1,000 cancellation fee. 

  • Who should be attending this event?

    We are looking for people who are hungry to grow their businesses and are actively involved in the sales process, such as: salesperson, merchandiser, or active owner.

  • Can I bring an extra person?

    AIM HIGHER is designed to help you build meaningful relationships with our VIP suppliers, so participation in all supplier meetings and networking events is required.

    If you choose to bring an additional person who will be attending the networking events, an additional fee will apply: $1,000 if sharing your room or $1,500 if not sharing a room. Airfare for additional attendees is not included and will not be reimbursed.

  • Can I bring an extra person who is not involved in the business? If so, what is the cost?

    AIM HIGHER is a business-focused event, and participation is primarily intended for individuals actively involved in the business. On a limited, case-by-case basis, a non-business guest may be considered for attendance with a $1,000 guest fee, pending prior discussion and approval by the AIM Events Team.

    Approved guests are welcomed as companions to the attendee; however, they are not considered business participants. Please note that this event is designed for individual attendees, and family or child attendance is not permitted.

  • After I complete the application to attend, am I a confirmed attendee?

    Once you’ve submitted the application, our Events Team will review your completed form and, upon approval, will send you a link to the Member Profile form. Please allow 5-7 days for the review of your application.

  • What suppliers are attending?

    This event is exclusive to AIM’s VIP Suppliers. 

  • Have other questions?

    Email Angela Taylor at: angela.taylor@aimsmarterllc.com for more information.

Here’s What AIM Members Have to Say About AIM Higher

"Thanks again for having Anan and me. I can confidently say it was the best event we have ever been to in the industry and certainly a trip we will never forget! "

— Kevin

"This event was an excellent use of my time. The one-on-one meetings provided valuable product information, but, more importantly, they gave me an opportunity to build personal relationships with key people at these suppliers. I am now able to confidently reach out for help, advice, or support to these individuals."

— Chris

"I wanted to reach out and let you all know how great these AIM HIGHER Events are and how they build relationships! I like the fact that I am able to meet one on one with AIM VIP suppliers. They made suggestions to help with projects I was working on and showed the new and upcoming best hits. We’ve already placed over 17 orders with the vendors from the event. It has been a great tool in our camp! Keep up the great work!"

— Nathaniel

"The AIM Higher Event is a great way to become familiarized with the various suppliers and the products they offer. It gave me a chance to gather new ideas for future projects and increasing sales in 2023 with the sponsors. I enjoyed meeting the other distributors who attended and learned a little about their business models. It also made me aware of the various AIM programs that are offered as part of our membership. I had a good time and enjoyed attending the event very much."

– Seana

" Thank you to AIM and AIM suppliers for having me at the AIM Higher Strategic event in October. The event has helped me focus my business, quote AIM suppliers first, build relationships and, more importantly, increase my knowledge of new products. I was able to send new ideas to clients and easily increased my sales because of this experience."

– Allison

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Our Mission

AIM Smarter® builds and provides the best tools in the promotional products industry and accelerates business success at every level.

The results speak volumes. AIM is the largest organization of experienced and qualified promotional product distributors in the industry, with sales volume over $2 billion and climbing.

We've built out a universe of tools; creative services, technology products including company stores and a product sourcing platform, premier events and networking opportunities. All built to sustain and grow our distributor members and VIP suppliers, fostering unmatched relations backed by integrity, innovation, and social conscience. We work tirelessly to enhance the lives of business owners by delivering premier business solutions – always reliable and never careless.

 

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Our History

AIM was born in 2006 from a conversation among a group of distributors. They discussed the need in the promotional product industry for an organization unlike anything that had been created before. They imagined a group that united experienced, promotional product distributors for benefits with top suppliers – in other words, to help level the playing field for distributors who were looking for better customer service, reciprocal loyalty when using the same suppliers over and over, and for help with a number of other shared challenges.

This level of partnership and solidarity was uncharted territory in our industry, but the discussion inspired distributor and AIM founder Jamie Coggeshall to step up to the challenge. At its start, AIM became a group of about 100 distributors located primarily in the northeast. Gaining members via word-of-mouth, the young organization grew steadily. Finally, in 2013, AIM was marketed throughout the industry for the first time. Today, AIM is proud to have a membership of over 2,200 distributors.

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Meet The Team

  • Alexander Brennan

    Executive Chairman

  • Jamie Coggeshall

    Founder

  • Deborah Wilkinson

    Chief Operating Officer

  • Drew Whibley

    Chief Financial Officer

  • Chris Young

    Chief Commercial Officer

  • Marie Miller

    Executive VP of Operations & Organizational Development

  • Jayme Ulbin

    Controller

  • Lisa LeMond

    Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

  • Angela Taylor

    Vice President, Customer Experience

Business Development / Technology

  • Mary Skeen

    National Accounts and Business Development Manager

  • Marie Wdzieczkowski

    Products Specialist

  • Alexis Nocito

    Customer Success Supervisor

  • Zack Merritt

    Senior Customer Success Specialist

  • Pauline Wilson

    Customer Success Specialist

  • Rachel Wdzieczkowski

    Customer Success Specialist

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Marketing & Agency

  • Erin Kacerovskis

    Marketing Project Manager

  • Kelly Flynn

    Senior Marketing Account Manager

  • Dennis McThompson

    Art Director

  • Meghan Hricack

    Graphic Designer

Supplier Relations

  • Lisa Gurevitz

    Senior Supplier Relations Specialist

  • Carey Meddles

    Supplier Relations & Events Project Manager

  • Rachel Kilgore

    Supplier Relations Strategic Programs Specialist

Finance

Amy Sharin

Accounts Receivable Manager

Administration

Susan Dennen

Administrative Assistant

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