View this email in your browser| November 2024 Edition

Dear Members of the SAAC Community,


As we approach the holiday season and the spirit of Thanksgiving, I am filled with gratitude for all of you who make up our incredible community. This month, I am excited to announce the Holiday Party Dinner Cruise aboard the stunning catamaran La Espada! Set sail with us for a memorable evening through the scenic Long Beach Harbor on December 4th, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of landmarks like the Historic Queen Mary and the Long Beach Oil Islands. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with fellow members. Tickets are available at SAAC.net—don’t miss out!


I’d like to personally thank our generous sponsors, Chocolate Chocolate, Bagmakers, High Caliber, ETS Express, Tekweld, and HPG for making this holiday event possible. Your support is invaluable in helping us bring these wonderful experiences to life for our members. Thank You! READ MORE

Showcase Your Products with the 2024/2025 SAAC Supplier Series – Now Open!

Don’t miss this prime opportunity to showcase your products to distributors during the pivotal "Second Selling Season." As distributors focus on client gifting programs, this is your chance to present your best seasonal ideas. Secure your spot in the SAAC Supplier Series and make your products stand out. Spots are limited, so reserve now to make an impact during this crucial sales period!


Don’t wait—reserve your spot today and take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to connect with distributors and elevate your brand!

SIGN UP TODAY!

DEC. 4TH, 2024

HARBOR BREEZE YACHT CHARTERS


Registration is Now Open!

We're thrilled to invite you to a night of celebration and connection at this year's SAAC Holiday Party & Board installation Dinner. Please join us for a evening of champagne welcome, a dinner buffet, a complimentary drink ticket, event DJ, and more. Tickets are $125, and space is limited to a maximum of 90 guests. REGISTER TODAY!

Are you a distributor member of SAAC?

Not a member of PPAI?

Do you want to go to PPAI at a discount?


Did you answer YES to all 3? Then reach out today to get your discount code today!

PPAI EXPO DISCOUNT
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Let me introduce you to Paul June, an industry veteran and the Strategic Marketing and Business Development Leader for Mobile Edge, headquartered in Yorba Linda, CA.


What is your favorite thing about our industry?

People, people, people! While I’ve been lucky to collaborate with some great companies over the years that have fantastic manufacturing capabilities and offer quality products, the thing that gets me out of bed in the morning is the people I work with and the relationships we develop. I get to travel all over the USA, meet great people, and deliver programs and products that make people smile. The people within our industry are so diverse and so talented, and in many ways, they’ve become like a second family to me.

Why did you join SAAC?

As head of marketing for Mobile Edge, I only have so much time to meet people, build relationships, create awareness, and educate various segments. I also must find ways to keep in front of my audience until they are ready to buy—and if I’m lucky, they’ll come back again and again. As a southern California-based company, SAAC helps me connect with people and tell our story through tradeshows, newsletters, social media, and supportive programs, which helps me grow my customer base. READ MORE

Important Update from Cap America

Fredericktown, MO – We are writing to inform you of an important update regarding our payment processing policies. Starting on November 1, 2024, Cap America will introduce a credit card processing fee of 3% on all credit card transactions. This change is necessary to cover the increasing costs associated with processing credit card payments. As always, Cap America will continue to accept alternative payment methods so our customers can avoid these fees.

Here are a few key points to note:

  • Fee Amount: 3% of the total transaction amount.
  • Effective Date: November 1, 2024.
  • Alternative Payment Methods: Check, ACH, or wire transfer.

We value your business and want to ensure that you are fully informed about this change. If you have any questions or concerns contact missyb@capamerica.com or call 800-487-2227 ext. 460. Thank you for your continued trust and support.


DHS Bans 29 Additional Chinese Firms Over Forced Labor

"The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced that it’s banning products from 29 additional China-based companies from being imported into the U.S. The agency added the firms to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List, claiming its actions were the result of the companies allegedly using forced labor.” (As provided by PPAI Media) - READ MORE


An Inside Look at S&S Activewear’s ‘Robot Revolution’

"The multibillion-dollar firm this year began implementing Geekplus’s PopPick advanced mobile robotics (AMR) solution in three of its distribution centers and has plans to roll the AI-powered bots out to two more warehouses in early 2025." (As provided by ASI Central) - READ MORE

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