Gareth Parkin  |  Product Marketing Director

Gareth Parkin
As the founder of GoPromotional, with over 25 years of expertise, Gareth has developed an enviable reputation in the promotional merchandise industry. Many see him as the leading, trusted authority when it comes to online marketing. His inspiring articles and content help clients when deciding on their next order of branded promotional products. With an entrepreneurial mind, Gareth has his finger on the pulse of our UK operations. Responsible for marketing and technical operations he continually inspires the team with his vision and enthusiasm to continually be the very best.

Posts by Gareth Parkin

Promotional Piggy Banks — A New Way to Market Your Business

Promotional Piggy Banks — A New Way to Market Your Business

For most people, piggy banks bring back memories of childhood and trying to save money for candy or a toy. However, these adorable money-saving tools are still in use today, and they are just as beloved. Whether it is because of nostalgia or actual necessity, a lot of people still have at least one piggy […]

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Pros and Cons of Using Jute Bags

Pros and Cons of Using Jute Bags

In recent years, more and more people have become aware of the impact plastic has on the environment. As a result, there has been strong pushback against plastic bags as companies have started to replace them with reusable alternatives. However, amongst the dozens of promo products made of eco-friendly materials, few are as reliable and […]

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Custom Drawstring Bags — The New Eco-Friendly Promo Powerhouses

Custom Drawstring Bags — The New Eco-Friendly Promo Powerhouses

In recent years, reusable custom drawstring bags have surfaced as some of the most lucrative promo items that brands can use. The bags are easy to personalise, practical and useful, and they usually fit into any budget. Most importantly, drawstring bags are an incredible and eco-friendly alternative to plastic. With how serious the climate crisis […]

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Canvas and Non-Woven Bags: A Guide on Differences and Similarities

Canvas and Non-Woven Bags: A Guide on Differences and Similarities

As far as promo products go, few options are as versatile and affordable as printed bags. Available in a vast array of styles, colours, and materials, these products make excellent giveaways to employees and customers alike. To get the best balance between quality, affordability, and eco-friendliness, most brands personalise non-woven or canvas bags for their […]

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Do Your Bags Look Low-Quality and Cheap? Here Are the Potential Reasons

Do Your Bags Look Low-Quality and Cheap? Here Are the Potential Reasons

Nowadays, most people have at least a couple of reusable tote bags in their closets. They get them from different brands that wish to advertise themselves with free, eco-friendly, and affordable promotional gifts. These totes often look aesthetically pleasing, as brands personalise them with their logos and different images or drawings. However, with time, some […]

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Branded Power Banks— Staying Connected Even on the Road

Branded Power Banks— Staying Connected Even on the Road

In today’s day and age, phones allow people to stay in touch with everyone at all times, whether they are sitting at home or travelling. However, in order for that to be possible, people need to have access to personalised power banks. Seeing the vast promo potential that promo power banks have, many brands have […]

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Top-Notch Protection — Promotional Phone Cases

Top-Notch Protection — Promotional Phone Cases

Nowadays, many aspects of people’s everyday lives are tightly connected to their smartphones. They use their phones to communicate with others, handle business, and stay in touch with the news and social media. Thus, making sure that the phones stay safe and protected is a priority for many. To that end, the vast majority of […]

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Make The Rainy Season Better With Promotional Umbrellas

Make The Rainy Season Better With Promotional Umbrellas

  For a promotional campaign to be successful and impactful, it has to be connected to people’s everyday lives. In other words, you need to give them the exact promo products that they need at a particular point in time. For example, mittens and beanies are the most beloved promo gifts during winter. On the […]

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Custom Socks — The Unlikeliest Promotional Juggernauts

Custom Socks — The Unlikeliest Promotional Juggernauts

When looking for suitable promo items, many business owners run into the same problem. Namely, it is quite difficult to find products that will be equally appealing to different demographics. After all, most senior citizens don’t really enjoy the same things as young adults. However, there is one item that everyone loves, no matter how […]

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