PPI A Closer Look - Ricky Lakkis

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4 who we are 68ppi loyalty   best practices

14    custom mail program 16    MallsysteM     Chapter and club marketplace 18      solicitation 20

2224PPI SPORTS

Gameday premiums   Donor Gifts 26

2830NCAA

championship mementos

32 SKOR 4 stores 36 custom apparel 38 premium brands 40 Commissioned art 4243in–house production   video production


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Committed to the collegiate marketplace. We are a full–service promotional product company as well as a direct importer of custom manufactured products. We are the nation’s leading provider of custom imprinted products and custom direct mail programs to the collegiate marketplace. We have worked with over 200 colleges & universities across the country. We specialize in identifying appropriate brand solutions and ensure colleges and universities achieve their goals. We are proud to note that we have been in business for almost three decades. Providing consistency is what you can expect from us in all facets of our operations. We provide reliability when you need something delivered last minute to consistent quality when you need to impress a group of alumni, donors, sponsors, students or fans. Our focus is uncompromising excellence in service because you deserve to work with a team that shares your same high expectations. From point of contact to final delivery of the finished product, we have you covered.

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anybody can play the game. we can change it. PPI Loyalty is a leading provider of donor gift solutions to collegiate booster programs. We develop effective merchandising and marketing programs that help each of our partners to monetize the full value of their brand. Our aggressive efforts to drive our marketing programs have consistently delivered sales growth for our partners that far exceed industry benchmarks. We are a direct manufacturer and distributor of all of our promotional and marketing products and programs which can provide you and your organization with significant cost savings. Increase the support of your student–athletes and their success with our fully customized Donor Loyalty programs. Our programs are tailored to meet your institution or organization’s exact needs, ensuring that a strong connection is made with your donors.

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Custom mail program More information on page 14

Membership Card

Texas Football Magnet

Gameday Stickers

Longhorn Foundation Car Decal

Calendar

mallsystem gift program More information on page 16

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MallSystem Gift Redemption Certificate


Our proprietary mallsystem gift program allows your donors to select their own gift! More information on Donor Gifts on page 26

loyalty best practices: University of texas longhorn foundation We worked closely with the University of Texas assisting their Longhorn Foundation in acknowledging and expressing gratitude toward their donors in a very unique way. The Custom Mail Program we created was sent to their donors and included the following fully customized components: a Membership Card, Gameday Stickers, Longhorn Foundation Car Decal, Calendar and a Texas Football “Stay Connected” Magnet. These items were enclosed in our proprietary 12" x 6" gate–fold mailer designed by our in–house creative team. Additionally, we created a MallSystem Gift Program that allowed donors to choose their own exclusive, high–quality gift which was dependent upon their donation and membership levels. We can even store your inventory at no additional charge, making our proprietary MallSystem Gift Program an easy way to grow your brand while increasing membership and donations

Contact us today to get started on your own CUSTOM DONOR LOYALTY program

“I had the pleasure of working with Chris on the DSU 2015 Loyalty Membership Packet project with PPI. Chris was very patient with me. He was really able to put his spin on this project and had a very creative eye. I am happy with the finished product and I really do believe that our donors will enjoy receiving this Loyalty Membership Packet. I hope we get an opportunity to work with Chris and the PPI Creative team on future projects. Thank you for allowing him to be our point of contact.” Eric Hart, Senior Associate Athletic Director–Delaware State University

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Custom mail program More information on page 14

Student Member

Program included: •Membership Card •Key Tag •Student Member Decal

mallsystem gift program More information on page 16

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ANNUAL Member

Program included: •Membership Card •Key Tag •Annual Member Decal •Gift Redemption Certificate

LIFE Member

Program included: •Membership Card •Key Tag •Life Member Decal •Gift Redemption Certificate •Aluminum License Plate •Metal Lapel Pin


chapter and club marketplace

More information on page 18

alumni engagement

best practices: University of florida alumni association

apparel and merchandise fanshop

More information on page 32

We helped create a Custom Mail Program for the University of Florida’s Alumni Association that was sent to their different donation level members. These Custom Mail Programs included components such as: a Membership Card, Key Tag, Car Decal, Metal Lapel Pin, Aluminum License Plate Cover, and a Gift Redemption Certificate. This Gift Redemption Certificate allowed their members to access our proprietary MallSystem Gift Redemption website and choose their own high–quality gift. Additionally, we created an e–commerce Chapter & Club Marketplace that allowed chapter leaders to choose and purchase unique and exclusive gifts for their club events and game–watch parties. Finally, we created and designed a custom online apparel and merchandise Fanshop. This allowed donors and supporters alike the opportunity to select and purchase a wide variety of high–quality apparel and other merchandise. Not only was this a big hit with those who ordered, but it also helped increase revenue to the Alumni Association through their partner share.

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Custom mail program More information on page 14

12” x 6” MAIL PROGRAM OUTSIDE WITH DIE–CUT FLAP

12" x 6" MAIL PROGRAM INSIDE

included components:

two decals

Die–cut luggage tag

campus coupons Calendar

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Other notable orientation programs:

Orientation best practices: Suny Plattsburgh’s department of residence life We worked closely with the State University of New York at Plattsburgh’s Residence Life team, launching a unique initiative designed to reach out to new students. This Custom Mail Program was sent to new students with the express purpose of building pride, generating excitement, and to help them to begin their transition to campus life. Each custom die cut gate-fold mailer contained a customized calendar (with key dates), bag tag and decals. Also included were discounted coupons for goods, food and other products at the campus store and sporting events.

“I saw this Mail Program as an opportunity to build spirit and pride, and an opportunity to welcome our On–campus students to our community. The Athletic Department saw an opportunity to get more students in the stands. The reaction I received from students and faculty was WOW! The PPI team was a delight to work with, they assisted us through the entire process. The process they used was efficient and very professional. The results far exceeded our expectations. SUNY Plattsburgh is thrilled to be working with PPI on this endeavor and we will continue.” Steve Matthews, Director of Housing and Residence Life–SUNY Plattsburgh

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12” x 6” MAIL PROGRAM OUTSIDE–FRONT

12" x 6" MAIL PROGRAM INSIDE

included components:

Schedule Magnet

Featuring 2015 Gator football schedule

Membership Cards

Including personalized member data

Gator Boosters Reward Zone Gift Redemption Certificates

Including a unique redemption code for members good for exclusive Gator Booster apparel and merchandise

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Gator Boosters Reward Zone Gift Redemption Mallsystem Store

Gator Booster members choose their own gift through our exclusive e-commerce store.


custom mail program

other sizes:

Acknowledge and reward your donors 12"x 6"

Provide your donors with the ultimate representation of how they impact your program. We can customize the program to meet your organization’s exact needs and budget.

7"x 7"

13"x 7"

The signature item of our Donor Loyalty Program is our customizable Mail Program. Our Mail Programs are scalable, affordable, and are a unique and engaging way to welcome or thank your donors. You can include a wide range of our components within your mail piece, including: schedule magnets, license plates, calendars, luggage tags, window decals, membership cards and more. Our graphic design team works closely with you to design and brand the mailer and components to your exact specifications. We handle all of the artwork from conception to completion. We also have a full service mail house and fulfillment center to complete the process, which can provide a significant cost savings to you.

6"x 6"

popular components: Single Cling Decal

Calendar

Die–Cut Magnet

Eye Black

Gameday Stickers

Single Die–Cut Decal

Membership Card

Info Magnet

Luggage Tag

License Plate

The Donor Loyalty Packet can also incorporate our very popular Gift Redemption Program powered by MallSystem. Your members are provided with a certificate within the mailer directing them to a customized website to choose from an array of gift options catered to their membership level. We individually fulfill all gifts selected and send you the reporting so you can see which items were selected by your donors. You may also utilize existing gifts in our program, which has helped many of our partners reduce their storage and eliminate the time constraints of handling gifts on their own.

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How our proprietary mallsystem program works:

Donors receive their MallSystem Gift Redemption Certificate which contains their unique redemption code. Donors without internet access can mail in this certificate to redeem their gift.

Donors login to your organization’s own custom MallSystem website using their unique redemption code.

Donors can browse through a list of your organization’s unique, high– quality predetermined embellished products. We can tailor your redemption codes to make specific products available to the donation levels of your choice.

OUR mallsystem allows your donors to choose their own gifts!

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Donors can redeem any item using their unique redemption code. We produce and distribute all items. You only get billed for the items that are redeemed by your donors.


other notable mallsystems:

mallsystem allow your donors to choose their own gifts Mallsystem allows your donors to choose their own premium gift dependent upon their contribution level. Your donors can easily select a gift using the code found on their reward certificate at our exclusive web based Mallsystem stores or by mailing their gift certificates to us. We take care of everything from the production and manufacturing of your donor gifts, the design of your customized Mallsystem site, and even the distribution and management of your inventory. Our MallSystem Program is engaging. MallSystem Programs help increase donor contributions by using unique, high–quality incentives and provide a positive user experience. As we have seen with several of the schools we work with from Florida, Ole Miss, LSU, The University of Texas and others, this program creates such a positive experience for your donors that these schools have repeated the program each year as their donors have given them such positive feedback.

“Ricky Lakkis and his crew have really changed the game for us. Gator Booster, Inc. has provided its donors with an annual thank you gift for many years and the PPI MallSystem has made a significant impact on our program, bottom line. Many thanks to Bart Worley on running a first class shop and taking care of our organization.” Paul Vosilla, Director of Annual Giving–Gator Boosters, Inc.

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How our Chapter and club marketplace works:

Award and acknowledge the hard work and loyalty of your Alumni Chapters and Clubs.

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Alumni members login using their unique access code.

Alumni members can browse through a variety of your organization’s promotional items.

Alumni members can redeem items for their chapter and club events using the funds awarded to them by you or by using a credit card.


other notable chapter and club marketplaces:

chapter and club

marketplace enhance your alumni affinity

The Chapter and Club Marketplace is PPI Loyalty’s newest e–commerce solution. This storefront is a promotional items platform designed to be simple, fast and user–friendly. In our Chapter and Club Marketplaces, you will find many types of branded, promotional items including apparel, bags, drinkware, home & office supplies, trade show items, outdoor and leisure accessories, and more. We will fully customize the Marketplace to your specifications and brand standards. Our process also accommodates your co–branding and multiple logos through our easy–to–navigate logo library. Additionally, we provide internal capabilities from purchase reporting to spending controls to give you the functionality and efficiency you need. This is a great tool to offer incentives for Alumni Chapters and Clubs.

“Working with PPI is one of the best decisions we have ever made to advance our stewardship efforts. From development of the custom designed benefits package to the execution of the multilevel gift program for our donors, PPI exceeded all expectations. Their flexibility in meeting our needs and their consistent attention to detail impressed each and every member of our team. We could not be more pleased!” John Matsko, Associate Director–Razorback Foundation

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Louisiana state university l club

Program included: Personalized Tiger Stadium Photo Donation Letter Tear–away Donation Card

University of new mexico lobo club

Program included: Donation Letter Tear–away Donation Card Return Envelope Information Insert

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solicitation increase your donor contributions Continued involvement from alumni is the key to any successful Alumni Association. Marketing to current and prospective members can be difficult and often expensive. We offer great incentive and solicitation programs to keep your alumni engaged and your costs down. We can create effective fundraising letters and e–solicitations that appeal to your audience and convey your needs.

“Choosing to work with PPI on enhancing our donor stewardship efforts is one of the best decisions we have made. Their entire staff was readily available to help answer our questions throughout the process and designed a benefit packet filled with first–rate redeemable gifts that our donors are already raving about! We would recommend PPI to any athletic department thinking about upgrading the benefits available to their donors.” Mark Libs, Assistant Director–THE GOLDEN FLASHES CLUB

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Committed to the collegiate marketplace PPI Sports is a full–service ad specialty, e–commerce and donor loyalty provider as well as a direct importer of custom manufactured products. We are among the nation’s leading provider of custom imprinted products and donor loyalty services to the collegiate marketplace. Having worked with over 200 colleges & universities across the country, we specialize in identifying appropriate brand solutions to help the various divisions of colleges and universities achieve their goals. PPI Sports excels in providing fresh and relevant promotional items while accommodating sponsors who want to affiliate with you through the co–branding of unique ideas.

a legacy is born PPI Sports has deep roots working with almost every college and university in the country over the past two decades. Our Gameday Premiums have been the apex of our expansion into most of the other vertical markets we have initiated. Long known as an industry leader, PPI Sports has a synergy with its customers built on trust and loyalty.

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Gameday masks

rally towels

Fan Sunglasses

mini vinyl and foam balls

mini and full size signature balls

bam bams

mini fan cowbells

ultimate frisbees

custom keys

coffee mugs

3 piece fleece set

cinch backpacks

coolers

car flags

ball caps

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other Popular premiums:

gameday premiums Premium competence Our longevity in this marketplace translates into the experience and expertise we will provide you. Whether you need 10,000 of a special premium that is planned months before your event date or you need last minute premiums for your championship or bowl game, we are only a phone call away.

quick production We utilize our vast network of domestic suppliers to produce your order quickly without compromising quality. We can service all your needs with reliable yet cost effective solutions to any project you may have.

Import specialists Our vast international resources will provide you with a cost effective solution for the high-perceived value premium while looking out for your budget and will allow you to bring in a partner looking for activation.

For these and many other premiums, visit us at:

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rocks glass set

stemless wine glass set

Tervis insulated tumblers

PPI Gameday cup

Set includes (4) 13.5oz glasses. Special packaging is available in Blue, Green, Maroon, White, and a special Thank You box.

Set includes (4) 17oz glasses. Special packaging is available in Blue, Green, Maroon, White, and a special Thank You box.

Tervis tumblers are customizable, equipped with a lifetime guarantee, portable cooler, self warming system, dishwasher armor and much more all in one.

The PPI Gameday Cup is great for tailgating, parties, and company picnics. It is made of Tri-EdgeTM polypropylene material and is sturdy and reusable. Available in many different colors with optional lid.

Pedovatm large bound journalbooktm

Pedovatm small bound journalbooktm

Pro–weave® sweatshirt blanket

Deluxe license plate

Pedova bound JournalBooks are made of durable Italian UltraHyde and include 125 sheets of lined paper and blue and silver ribbon page markers. 10" x 7" x 1"

Pedova bound JournalBooks are made of durable Italian UltraHyde and include 125 sheets of lined paper and blue and silver ribbon page markers. 7” x 5” x 1”

This super–soft sweatshirt blanket is every fan’s favorite item when cheering for the home team at outdoor games or when watching the big game from their own home. Printed and rolled with customized hangtag.

These deluxe license plates are made of a patented aluminum alloy casting and come with a lifetime guarantee. Can be powder coated to exact school colors. Will not break. Will not chip. Will not pit. Will not bend. Will not rust. Will not fade.

Premium wine opener

Premium heavy weight tote

Nike golf elite tote

Ogio messenger bag

This premium wine opener set includes a wine opener and foil cutter. Ergonomically designed handles and lever allow for one–step wine opening.

Great for outdoor events and travel. Classic boat tote shape in durable heavy weight 18oz cotton canvas. Open main compartment. Open front pocket. 12" handle drop down.

A padded laptop sleeve and ample storage makes this tote all business, but the contrast welded Swoosh and team logo gives it athletic appeal. Fits most 15" laptops.

This large messenger is actually a mobile office which keeps multimedia organized and ready. Fits most 17" laptops.

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other Popular donor gifts:

donor gifts acknowledge and appreciate your donors Finding that special donor gift and recognizing the contributions your donors make is not just important to your fundraising success, it is crucial! Our Donor Loyalty Program is completely customized to your institution or organization’s needs to ensure that a connection is made and your donors feel appreciated. We work with your budget and specifications to find the right recognition items for your donors as we fully appreciate their importance to your institution. PPI Sports is a leading provider of mailer and donor gift solutions to collegiate development offices and alumni groups.

For these and many other donor gifts, visit us at:

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Our service builds strong relationships In 2008 the NCAA named PPI Sports as its provider of championship mementos. The NCAA also named PPI Sports along with Nike as the providers of its championship apparel.

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Championship Mementos Celebrate your STudent–athlete’s achievements In 2007 the NCAA conducted a national search for a company to take over its NCAA Championship memento and apparel needs. PPI Sports was a significant provider of mementos and apparel the previous decade. We were humbled when the NCAA selected and awarded us a long term agreement to provide their championship mementos and along with Nike to provide all its championship apparel. We also value our loyal partners in some of the most prestigious athletic conferences in the country with some of our relationships spanning more than a decade. Utilizing our international and domestic resources we find the right memento every time in an ever changing marketplace.

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skor 4 stores Your custom apparel and merchandise store PPI Sports designs, hosts and maintains custom online apparel and merchandise stores that deliver your embellished logo on a library of products 24/7—365 days a year. Enjoy quality apparel and merchandise options with absolutely no inventory, no ongoing cost and none of the hassles associated with payment collection, returns, chargebacks or processing and shipping!

Easy setup We take care of everything from store setup, product selection and custom apparel design. Our turnaround time also separates us from the competition as your group will have a full featured custom online apparel store live and ready for your website within two weeks!

No inventory You will no longer have to buy, store and manage your inventory. Our advanced ordering system enables us to manage inventory and provide order fulfillment on an order-by-order basis. When your members place an order, we decorate and ship the item, while providing your members with ongoing customer support every step of the way.

Custom branding No generic design here. We use your logo and colors to create custom apparel artwork designed specifically for your organization. Your members will feel an affinity for your group or organization.

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skor 4 stores Built­­­­­–in–fundraising Receive 15% from every purchase. Earn revenue for your organization without dealing with the hassles associated with apparel management and maintaining an online store.

Great Selection Apparel found on mycarolina.skorfanshop.com

Never again will you be forced to choose a limited number of items for the sake of cost. Your store comes equipped with the best brands and latest styles of t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, shorts, pants, hats and more!

Guaranteed availability Your members desire the ability to buy what they want, when they want it! We guarantee garment availability at any quantity. There is no offseason for online sales. Your store is available year-round and around the clock!

Customer service and returns After an order has been shipped, we handle all returns, charge backs, order tracking and customer interaction. Your members will be dealing with a professional, dedicated staff through the entire process. Apparel found on ufalumni.skorfanshop.com

Project reporting We develop and provide online reporting customized to your needs. Our custom websites monitor order activity, track orders and provide custom activity reports to always keep you up to speed, because you can’t manage what you don’t measure.

Apparel found on pbc.skorfanshop.com

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Essential t-shirt

ESsential long sleeve t-shirt

Sport-tek® colorblock raglan jersey

Sport-tek® pullover hooded sweatshirt

Sport-tek® Side blocked micropique sport-wick® polo

nike golf dri-fit polo

cutter & buck® Tattersall woven

Port authority® fleece jacket

ogio® endurance fulcrum full-zip

Port authority® 3-in-1 jacket

Assorted Winter beanies / headband

assorted ball caps / visors

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Custom Apparel dress your best PPI provides you with a wide variety of high–quality screen printed and embroidered apparel and promotional products customized with your designs. Our technology and infrastructure allows us to provide the best quality and the ability to meet just about any lead time. Have something specific in mind? We can custom manufacture many garments and accessories to fit your brand’s exact vision and needs.

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Our premium Brands nothing but the best

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Commissioned art are you experiencing the yearly struggle to reward your top donors? We have developed a Commissioned Art Program that will provide you with a unique solution. Working with our staff and artists, we developed an iconic print and then with extreme care, we prepared the print utilizing a superior Giclee printing process. We then created custom packaging with a personalized message to your donor. This is a superior gift that lets your donor know how important he or she is to you and your organization.

university of florida gator boosters, inc. Original art by Guy Harvey for the University of Florida Gator Boosters, Inc..

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in–house production Superior production technology Our commitment to new media and personalization allows PPI Sports to stand out among other relationship marketing companies. By placing focus on utilizing superior technology through DME, our Daytona Beach, Florida facility, we allow you to always put your best foot forward.

video production innovative communication PPI Sports Studios and video production team is housed at the DME Studios in Daytona Beach, Florida. We offer a full service creative agency specializing in innovative forms of communication and entertainment. With a diverse blend of creative talent, ranging from experienced producers, project managers, editors and designers, PPI Sports Studios can help make the imagined become reality.

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anybody can play the game we can change it

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