Gareth Parkin  |  Product Marketing Director

Gareth Parkin
As the founder of GoPromotional, Gareth has developed an enviable reputation as an expert in the promotional products industry with over 25 years experience. As an active member of the BPMA, ASI and Forbes Business Council, he regularly shares his wealth of industry knowledge and perspective in order to drive the branded merchandise sector forwards. With an entrepreneurial mind, Gareth has his finger on the pulse of our UK and international operations. Responsible for marketing and technical operations, he continually motivates the team with his vision, enthusiasm and desire to be the very best.

Articles By Gareth Parkin

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Top tips for buying budget metal pens

Business owners often forget the importance of promotional products. However, they might be missing an opportunity of a lifetime! After all, there's hardly anyone who doesn't like promo giveaways - especially low-cost metal pens. Squeezing in a bulk...

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Enhance your brand's reputation with promotional ice buckets

Custom merchandise allows businesses to increase their brand awareness, inspire customer loyalty, and increase profits. Ice buckets, as random as they might appear in this regard, have emerged as effective solutions that won’t drain all your...

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Promotional bookmarks turn readers into clients!

Technology has done a lot for us in recent years. Yet, despite Kindles and iPads, it hasn't made books undesirable. Because of that, branded bookmarks are still some of the best business promotional merchandise you can use. They have the potential...

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Custom branded desk calendars: A timeless tool for business marketing

In the ever-evolving marketing world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing a product to promote your brand. While many companies seem to rely on expensive items, we believe that simple, everyday tools such as custom branded desk calendars...

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3 Key reasons to use promotional charging cables

Most modern offices are packed with promotional merchandise. Some of those items are so basic that people don't even pay attention to them. If you're in need of original giveaways, and ones which stand out and be practical, you should think before...

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Custom advent calendars: When promotional strategies take a Creative turn

The holiday season, traditionally seen as a time for festivity and bonding with loved ones, has also morphed into a crucial period for businesses to amplify their outreach efforts. One innovative promotional giveaway that has witnessed a rising...

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Low cost button badges that generate powerful results!

Are you looking for a way to get your message across, yet you still want to be a little bit subtle? Fancy promotional products that everyone will instantly notice no matter if they want to or not? If this is the case, then you should listen up....

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Budget sports and drinks bottles: A cost-effective way to promote your brand!

In the world of promo products, few items combine functionality, affordability, and visibility as well as low cost sports water bottles. From corporate meetings to gyms and fitness centres, they can be used at numerous events and for various...

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4 Reasons to buy printed Pantone matched mugs

Your branding, or rather, your branding colours, are what makes your business stand out. It's like a DNA signature that helps others recognise who you are and what your business does. However, when promoting your business you are sometimes limited...

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The marketing brilliance of branded metal water bottles

In the turbulent realm of promotional marketing, all brands that want to stand out must always look for new and exciting products to customise. Through this search, they also must put emphasis on sustainability, as that can help them improve their...

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Recycled water bottles - add a splash of green to your next campaign

In today’s day and age, leading a green lifestyle is essential for slowing down the climate crisis and making our planet a better place. Thus, it comes as no surprise that many companies are looking for innovative ways to rebrand as eco-friendly -...

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5 Key reasons to use promotional printed speakers!

When it comes to corporate promotional products, premium items are a rarity. The main reason is the fact that companies are always trying to cut down on expenses. However, investing just a bit more money into a giveaway item can pay off. Customers...

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