Consolidus, founded in 2006, is a leading provider of branded merchandise management solutions. The company specializes in streamlining the procurement of promotional products, branded apparel, print materials, banners, displays, and PPE for multi-location organizations such as universities, government agencies, nonprofits, and corporations. Consolidus is known for its innovative approach to branded merchandise, combining advanced technology with exceptional customer service.

• Aggressive discounts, volume rebates, prompt pay discount, early adoption bonus, free shipping (exclusive to E&I)
• Custom portals, SmartSites, or integrated eProcurement capabilities (JAGGAER, Workday, Unimarket)
• Dedicated account team for each member
• Eco-friendly products, supplier partnerships with give-back programs, and sustainability tagging - ESG reporting supports sustainable initiatives
• Free design services, and waived SmartSite setup for qualifying members
• Robust analytics and reporting capability 

Smile Promotions has been enhancing trademark visibility for their clients since 2003. As a family-owned, minority-owned, and women-owned business, they are dedicated to excellence and innovation. Their mission is to provide high-quality promotional products and services that drive brand recognition and support strategic goals. Over the years, Smile Promotions has become a trusted partner for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations nationwide, offering tailored solutions to meet unique needs.

• Track-record of success in the higher education market
• Family-owned, certified women and minority owned business
• Strong relationships with top-tier domestic and international suppliers
• Commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and compliance
• Creative, client-focused team committed to excellence
• Distributes to all regions beyond the continental US, including Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories
• Comprehensive end-to-end full-service solutions from design through reporting
• Customization at-scale, with tailored options from small orders to large bulk
• Advanced technology features like webstore SSO, automated workflows, and detailed reporting
• Annual volume rebate incentive

Pinnacle Promotions believes in providing customers with promotional products that are on-trend, of quality, and that serve a purpose all at the right price. With more than 14,000 items on their award-winning website, they've developed an intuitive search system to help customers find the promotional marketing items they need fast. Industry experts are also available for branding ideas to complement any institution.

• One-stop shop for branded merchandise, creative services, and fulfillment, with dedicated support and discounted pricing for E&I members
• Custom storefronts and eProcurement capabilities
• Eco-friendly products - partners with B-Corp and EcoVadis suppliers and supports carbon offset initiatives
• Set-up and embroidery fees waived, with artistic services included in product pricing
• Orders can be placed via custom webstores, punchout catalogs, or direct coordination with the account team
• Incentive rebates and volume discounts
• Physical presence in Georgia and ships to over 68 countries
•  Proprietary technology, creative services, and fulfillment capabilities