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

Save Both Money and the Environment With Custom Foldable Shoppers

Save Both Money and the Environment With Custom Foldable Shoppers

When shopping, most people prefer to carry their own grocery bag. This decision makes sense, as using reusable folding bags helps save both money and the environment. So, most people have at least two or three shopping bags at home at any given moment. This fact opens a sea of marketing opportunities for different brands. […]

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The Year-Round Appeal of Branded Cooler Bags

The Year-Round Appeal of Branded Cooler Bags

Good promotional merchandise needs to tick two boxes. Not only do they need to offer a range of functions, but they should also have broad appeal. That way, you are guaranteed that your gift will be received with gratitude by your target audience, increasing the likelihood of turning them into customers. That is why products […]

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The Ultimate Guide to Personalised Phone Accessories

The Ultimate Guide to Personalised Phone Accessories

If there is one thing the majority of the modern world has in common, it is our dependence on mobile devices. Research suggests that 94% of adults in the UK have a mobile phone, and 86% of teenagers use it regularly. Considering these stats, customised phone accessories make perfect merch for increasing brand recognition. Advertising […]

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The Marketing Appeal of Promo Power Banks

The Marketing Appeal of Promo Power Banks

Nowadays, every person carries at least two electronic devices on them at all times. All of these devices need charging at random points during the day, although people aren’t always near a power source when that happens. Fortunately, power banks give them the chance to charge their phones, headphones, and tablets on the go, no […]

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Promo Hand Sanitiser — Your Way to a Seamless Marketing Campaign

Promo Hand Sanitiser — Your Way to a Seamless Marketing Campaign

As the Covid-19 pandemic raged during the past two years, people continuously looked for ways to stay protected. Using hand sanitiser on a daily basis became the norm. Suddenly, everyone always had at least one bottle on them at all times. Although the virus seems to be slowing down, people still carry sanitisers everywhere they […]

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Custom Notebooks — Desktop Branding at Its Finest

Custom Notebooks — Desktop Branding at Its Finest

When it comes to a successful promotion, your main goal should always be to get your brand message across to your target audience. In that regard, promo items may be the best solution, as they allow you to form meaningful relationships with those you want to impress most. In order to have that effect, promo […]

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Reasons Why Custom Blankets Are Well-Loved

Reasons Why Custom Blankets Are Well-Loved

Is there a better feeling than curling into a soft, warm blanket? You probably have a favourite blanket you can’t sleep without and even a couple more on the couch to cuddle with when watching Netflix. If it were up to us, we would never get out of our blanket cocoon! But what is it […]

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Personalised Travel Mugs – Take Your Brand With You Wherever You Go

Personalised Travel Mugs – Take Your Brand With You Wherever You Go

Personalised travel mugs are a favourite among customers of promotional products. They look and feel absolutely stunning and are perfect for everyday use. Brands have known this for decades now, and with the advent of mug-producing technology, these products are only getting better, less costly, and even more breathtaking. So, why would we even consider […]

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Logo Branded Pencils – A Promotional Classic

Logo Branded Pencils – A Promotional Classic

As business owners, we can use any number of promotional products to spread brand awareness. For instance, we can try our luck with custom tumblers, mugs, headsets, USB flash drives, umbrellas, or T-shirts. And yet, some brands still stick to the classics, with the pencil still being one of the go-to items. So, should we […]

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Printed Conference Bags – Star of Your Next Conference

Printed Conference Bags – Star of Your Next Conference

Any good business knows that in order to succeed, they have to make connections. And the best way to do this is through a conference or convention. These events are the perfect opportunity for a brand to gather the latest research on their field, network with other industry professionals, and potentially expand their business ventures. […]

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