Promotional Products Association International (PPAI), Irving, Texas,recently named Minnesota congressman Erik Paulsen as its 2013 Legislator of the Year.
The PPAI Legislator of the Year Award recognizes members of Congress who have given their support to critical industry issues, shown a commitment to small-business interests and success, and displayed a willingness to meet with industry professionals.
“Congressman Paulsen has championed the cause of small business and met face-to-face with industry leaders,” says Paul Bellantone, PPAI president and CEO. “He has established a history of being available and listening to the concerns of promotional products businesses, and supporting or opposing legislation that impacts the industry.”
The PPAI Legislator of the Year Award was presented during PPAI Legislative, Education and Action Day (L.E.A.D.), which was held April 10-11 in Washington, D.C. Advocates met with senators, congressional representatives and their legislative staffs on Capitol Hill to discuss pending legislation and issues relevant to the promotional products industry.
For more information, visit ppai.org. — L.M.
