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Exhibition & Event Planning Checklist: Everything You Need to Remember
Last updated 24 Sep | By Jenni Burton
Exhibitions, conferences and business events can be a great way to meet new customers, catch up with existing ones and get your brand in front of the right...
Artwork Formats Required For Branded Merchandise
Last updated 13 Mar | By James Biggin
When ordering branded products, most people send us the logo file they have to hand – usually a PNG or JPEG, without realising it’s not always the best...
Welcome Pack Ideas for New Employees
Last updated 21 Jan | By Jenni Burton
First impressions count, and a thoughtful welcome pack can help new employees feel comfortable, included, and part of the team from day one. More than just a...
Why Useful Branded Products Deliver Better Value
Last updated 7 Jan | By Jenni Burton
When investing in branded products, one question matters more than any other: Will people actually use it day to day? Branded merchandise works best when it...
7 Corporate Gift Ideas For The New Year
Last updated 6 Jan | By Jenni Burton
One way to differentiate your brand from competitors in 2026 is to offer a New Years business gift. Whilst many will have sent their business connections a...
The Best Branded Merchandise Products
Last updated 6 Jan | By Jenni Burton
Are you on the look out for an outstanding promotional gift? An item that stands out for quality, usefulness and is relevant? Well look no further. In this...
How to Choose High-Volume Event Giveaways That Maximise Exposure
Last updated 4 Dec 2025 | By Jenni Burton
When you’re exhibiting at an event, high footfall, quick conversations and a crowded environment make it challenging to ensure your brand stands out....
How to Choose Event Merchandise To Qualify Leads & Win Business
Last updated 3 Dec 2025 | By Jenni Burton
If you’ve ever exhibited at a trade show, you’ll probably know this feeling: You’ve invested a chunk of budget, spent hours planning, sorted travel, designed...
Steel City Celebrates Double Honour at BR Chamber Awards 2025
Last updated 27 Nov 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Press Release: Steel City Marketing is delighted to share that the business was shortlisted for Small Business of the Year at the 2025 Barnsley & Rotherham...
How to Avoid Greenwashing in Branded Merchandise
Last updated 26 Nov 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Sustainability is a major priority for businesses – and naturally, branded merchandise has followed the trend. But with so many “eco”,...
Why Quality Matters in Branded Merchandise
Last updated 12 Nov 2025 | By Jenni Burton
When it comes to branded merchandise, quality says everything about your brand. It’s one of the first things people notice – not just how a product...
Branded Product Colours: How to Match Merchandise to Your Brand
Last updated 5 Nov 2025 | By Jenni Burton
When it comes to promotional products, colour is one of the first things people ask us about, and for good reason. Your colours are a key part of your brand...
Lead Times: How Long Does Branded Merchandise Take to Deliver?
Last updated 22 Oct 2025 | By Jenni Burton
It’s Monday morning, and your event is next week. You need branded products fast. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. At Steel City Marketing, we get...
How to Choose Branded Products: Our 3-Step Shortlist
Last updated 15 Oct 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Struggling to choose branded products? You’re not alone. With thousands of options, it’s easy to get stuck. In our video above, MD James Biggin explains how we...
6 Branded Office Product Ideas (UK) That Get Used Every Day
Last updated 30 Sep 2025 | By Jenni Burton
When it comes to branded office product ideas, the workplace is full of opportunities to keep your logo in sight. The best branded office products aren’t...
Celebrating 45 Years: The Steel City Sapphire Anniversary
Last updated 6 Aug 2025 | By Jenni Burton
This year, Steel City Marketing celebrates a major milestone – 45 years in business. Back in 1980, when fax machines were the future and office phones...
Steel City Marketing Reveals New Sheffield Mural by Street Artist Kid Acne
Last updated 12 Jun 2025 | By Jenni Burton
A bold, refresh for our city centre office Back in 2021, we teamed up with internationally recognised and Sheffield-based street artist Kid Acne to transform...
Branded Pride Merchandise
Last updated 2 May 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Looking for rainbow Pride merchandise branded with your logo? You are in the right place! Steel City Marketing offers a personal service, free visuals, and a...
Top Sustainable Corporate Gifts
Last updated 30 Apr 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Choosing sustainable branded merchandise not only helps to reduce waste and carbon emissions – it also shows your audience that your brand genuinely...
How Is Merchandise Made? A Guide to Branding Techniques
Last updated 1 Apr 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Ever wondered how your merchandise is made? Or how your logo is applied to a promotional drinks bottle, pen or t-shirt? Most people only see the finished...
10 Promotional Products To Keep Up Your Team Morale
Last updated 12 Mar 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Keeping your team’s morale high is essential for productivity, motivation, and workplace satisfaction. A simple yet effective way to help morale is by...
New and Different Promotional Products
Last updated 7 Feb 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Are you searching for a new and different promotional product to make your next marketing campaign stand out? We recently attended Merchandise World, the UK’s...
Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winners!
Last updated 13 Dec 2024 | By Jenni Burton
James Biggin MD of Steel City Marketing awarded Entrepreneur of the Year at the unLTD Business Awards 2024 Press Release: Steel City MD, James Biggin, Named...
Steel City’s Volunteer Day at Blend Culinary Foundation
Last updated 5 Dec 2024 | By James Biggin
What an amazing volunteer day we had with Blend Culinary Foundation, here in Sheffield. Debbie, Georgia, Jenni, David, Rowan and Lisa from Steel City Marketing...
Definition of Promotional Materials: A Comprehensive Guide
Last updated 5 Dec 2024 | By James Biggin
In this guide, we’ll define promotional materials, explore the different types, analyse the benefits and potential drawbacks, and share the best...
James Biggin Awarded Highly Commended Business Person Of The Year!
Last updated 13 Nov 2024 | By James Biggin
James Biggin MD of Steel City Marketing with Luke Hammill of Sky High Tree & Ground Maintenance Services. Both awarded Highly Commended Business Person of...
Promotional Gift Packaging Can Make All the Difference
Last updated 10 Oct 2024 | By Jenni Burton
Why Use Promotional Gift Packaging? Today marketing is all about seeing your brand from the customers point of view. Why do you matter to them? What makes your...
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