Entries by PelHughes

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Merch for Influencers & Content Creators 

Branded apparel and promotional products are invaluable to influencers and content creators. In the Digital Age, micro- and mega-influencers alike utilize merchandise as a powerful branding tool in both their content and as a source of additional income. Pel Hughes, a woman-owned full-service printing company, offers a vast assortment of branded merch for influencers, content creators, organizations, and businesses.   In the last few […]

Home Improvement Businesses Benefit from Direct Mail 

Did you know that home improvement businesses benefit from using direct mail as part of their marketing strategy? Whether your business provides professional contracting for roofing, remodeling, flooring, carpentry, or painting, direct mail could help you reach more customers in your area.   Economists are forecasting that home improvement businesses will continue to expand in the coming year. Estimates indicate about a 3.5% increase in growth […]

Do You Use Canva for Print Campaigns? 

Do you use Canva for your print campaigns such as flyers or direct mail? If so, there are some things you need to keep in mind when it comes to printing digital designs. Canva provides phenomenal templates and design possibilities—particularly for small business owners and graphic design novices. While Canva is affordable, user-friendly, and accessible, it’s important […]

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Generative AI & Direct Mail 

Generative AI is transforming the way brands communicate with their audiences in digital and print formats. This useful technology can reduce labor costs, increase the ROI on marketing campaigns, and improve customer experience.   What is generative AI in marketing?  Generative AI involves the creation of original content such as music, images, computer code, and marketing copy. Content generated by AI […]

How to Measure Success with Direct Mail 

Measuring success with direct mail campaigns can be a bit cumbersome when compared to the accessibility of reliable metrics associated with digital marketing and advertising. Fortunately, there are methods to evaluate the success of direct mail with implementation of QR codes, discount codes, and PURLs.   When developing a direct mail campaign, it is wise to look at direct mail as […]

Informed Delivery App and Promotion Helps Marketers 

Informed Delivery (ID) is a powerful tool for marketers, and the USPS just made it that much more helpful by launching a mobile app. The USPS is also running an Informed Delivery promotion to help businesses and organizations save a little money with their direct mail campaigns.   Why Informed Delivery Matters  It’s indisputable that ID matters to consumers. Over 77 million […]

Distance-Based Pricing with the USPS is a Possibility 

Marketers may see some changes in postage prices in the next year or two. Currently, marketing mail is shipped across the United States at a flat rate, but this may change under the Delivering for America overhaul with the USPS. While there are no concrete details yet, the USPS will soon begin to explore zone-based or distance-based pricing with marketing mail.  What will […]

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Holiday Marketing Ideas for 2025 

Holiday marketing is a great opportunity to reconnect with existing customers and reach new ones. Everyone knows that the holiday season involves much more consumer activity when compared to the rest of the year, but not everyone takes advantage of all the marketing tools at their disposal to maximize revenue and engagement.   Following are five easy and affordable holiday marketing tips.  5 Holiday Marketing […]

Digital Flipbooks Enhance Cross Media Marketing 

Digital flipbooks are wonderful additions to any cross media marketing strategy. They’re interactive, cost-effective, and drive engagement with consumers. Online flipbooks can be used by businesses in a number of industries as well as with non-profit organizations and educational institutions.   What are digital flipbooks?  A digital flipbook can be used to replicate printed materials like brochures, magazines, and catalogs online. A flipbook can be used to […]

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Personalized Video from Pel Hughes 

Personalization in marketing isn’t going anywhere. In fact, this approach to reaching customers is likely here to stay because it is engaging and effective. Pel Hughes now offers personalized video, which is an easy and cost-effective way to build relationships with consumers.   On average, households in the United States watch nearly 44 hours of video on devices each week. Video is a wonderful format for reaching new […]