Entries by PelHughes

Political Postcards Make for Great Voter Outreach 

Reaching voters can be tough—particularly because local and federal elections in the United States often have low voter turnout. Today’s political candidates need robust campaigns that merge digital outreach with print and in-person canvassing. One great method for reaching voters is through political postcards. A form of direct mail, political postcards can help get your […]

Secrets to Great Automotive Direct Mail Campaigns 

In automotive marketing, direct mail is your friend. Great automotive direct mail campaigns can boost sales, increase traffic to dealerships or service centers, and help your enterprise stay afloat in tougher economic times. If you’ve ever wondered how to make great automotive direct mail campaigns, the friendly printing pros at Pel Hughes have compiled some […]

USPS Retargeting Promotion for 2023 

The USPS Retargeting Promotion commences September 1st and ends November 30th. Eligible campaigns can receive a significant 5% discount on postage. There are several requirements’ marketers must follow to be eligible for the USPS Retargeting promotion. Direct mail retargeting is an effective method for increasing sales, enhancing your customers’ digital experience, and maintaining thoughtful contact […]

Traditional Printers vs. Online Printing Companies 

Working with online printers can be tempting—after all, some do offer lower prices. Often times, working with online printing companies instead of traditional printers can leave a lot to be desired. While lower prices might be tempting, the downsides of online printing companies can end up costing more money in the long run because their […]

Data Management from Pel Hughes: Key Benefits 

Did you know that Pel Hughes offers database services including data management? In today’s highly competitive business climate, one way to inch past your competition is to harness the power of technology—specifically data. Data management gives illuminating insights on all your marketing and advertising efforts along with assessing the strength of your customer experience. It […]

Direct Mail for Political Campaigns  

Have you considered using direct mail for political campaigns? From local to federal elections, the stakes are high. A good political campaign needs a robust outreach strategy that includes in-person events like townhalls along with digital and print marketing. While it’s important to have active social media channels, a well-written website, and video content, younger […]

Jumbo Postcards are Ideal for Direct Mail Campaigns 

When it comes to eye-catching direct mail, bigger is better. Jumbo postcards measure 6 x 11 inches and make for memorable direct mail campaigns. Ideal for dental and medical practices, retailers, restaurants, and service-based businesses, jumbo postcards offer plenty of space for stunning designs, high resolution photos, and copy to sell your goods or services […]

How to Use QR Codes with Direct Mail 

Using QR codes with direct mail offers unique advantages for marketers. While QR codes have ebbed and flowed in popularity over the years, recent trends indicate that marketing with QR codes is here to stay. This is likely because QR codes make for a robust cross media marketing strategy, provide reliable metrics on response rates, […]

Zip Code Targeting with Direct Mail 

The days of sending out enormous direct mail campaigns to every residential address in a city are long gone. Not only is this direct mail tactic ineffective, but it is also costly. Today, helpful tools allow for zip code targeting on your direct mail campaigns where mailers are only sent to residents who fall into […]

Marketing with Large Graphics: Windows, Walls, Floors, & Doors 

Your walls, floor, windows, and business vehicles are a blank canvas with which you can improve your marketing efforts. Marketing with large graphics is ideal for brick-and-mortar locations including salons, cafes, boutiques, health and dental clinics, and automotive shops. This form of marketing is also great for higher education institutions and non-profit organizations like nature […]