Entries by PelHughes

Postage Rate Increases for 2023 

Last month, the USPS filed for a proposed rate increase with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) in an effort to mitigate the effects inflation has had on its operations. This proposal involves raising the price of postage three cents domestically and five cents internationally. If the PRC approves this proposed postage rate increase, the new […]

Using Coupons with Direct Mail 

Do you want higher response rates with your direct mail campaigns? If so, the pros at Pel Hughes strongly encourage you to use coupons with direct mail to incentivize consumer action. Using coupons with direct mail has always been a great way to elicit a response from your campaign’s recipients but now with record levels […]

Higher Education Content Marketing: 5 Tips for 2023 

Higher education content marketing is a competitive game. Universities and colleges throughout North America have stepped up their content marketing efforts to attract quality prospective students. Since the competition is steep, it’s important to develop a robust content marketing strategy that speaks to prospective students of various backgrounds, age groups, and academic interests. The pros […]

Book Design for Self-Publishers at Pel Hughes 

If you’re looking into book design for self-publishers, look no further than Pel Hughes. Our full-service printing company pairs the latest printing technology with client-forward service. We offer an array of services from book design and printing to post-print marketing and merchandising. Our dedicated team of printing and marketing experts can help make your dreams […]

USPS Discounts for Direct Mail in 2023 

Did you know that the USPS offers discounts for direct mail that utilizes components that invoke a sensory experience? In 2023, marketers can save five percent on USPS-delivered direct mail when they develop campaigns that offer a tactile, sensory, or interactive (TSI) mail piece. This promotion runs from February 1st, 2023 to July 31st, 2023. […]

Higher Education Marketing Strategies: 3 Tips for 2023 

It’s no secret that COVID-19 affected enrollment in universities and colleges around the world, including the United States. This reality paired with economic uncertainty and a highly specialized labor force, has made attracting students in higher education far more competitive than in years past. One way to combat these stark realities is to utilize robust […]

Marketing Trends to Watch in 2023 

When it comes to attracting customers, having a great product or service is just half the battle. Today’s consumer favors companies with strong values and a great customer experience. Marketing trends in 2023 show that developing a robust content strategy, prioritizing open communication, and delivering a unique customer experience attracts new clientele and fosters brand […]

Sustainable Print Marketing and Advertising 

Print marketing and advertising can be more sustainable than many people think. Pel Hughes offers an array of resources to help you develop sustainable print marketing and advertising campaigns. From our digital interface, Storefront, which allows for seamless ordering to our cross media marketing services and consumer databases, you can ensure that your enterprise operates […]

Dental Marketing with Direct Mail: Increase Patient Loyalty 

Did you know that dental marketing with direct mail increases patient loyalty? It’s true. While digital marketing has its place and all dentists should have social media accounts and websites, there’s still a very real need for print advertising. Direct mail is a powerful tool for dentists that adds legitimacy to your business, improves patient […]

Higher Education Marketing: Communicating with Students 

The landscape of higher education has changed. Today, higher education marketing is more important than ever.  In the past, prospective students would request a course catalogue and pamphlets to be delivered via mail. Many students of yesteryear selected colleges based on where their family members attended. In the digital age, however, more students are selecting […]