Executive Advertising Named to 2026 PPAI 100

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Executive Advertising Named to PPAI 100 Distributor List

Hendersonville, TN [May 26, 2026] Executive Advertising has been named to the PPAI 100 list for 2026, earning the #69 ranking among the industry’s top distributors. This recognition highlights the top performers in the branded merchandise industry, selected through a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation that measures overall business strength, innovation, growth, workplace culture and industry impact.

Executive Advertising’s inclusion on the PPAI 100 list reflects the company’s continued momentum across several key performance areas evaluated by PPAI, including sustained business growth, investment in professional development and industry education, and the strength of its digital and online presence. The recognition highlights not only operational performance, but also the company’s commitment to building a knowledgeable team, maintaining an active voice within the promotional products industry and continuing to evolve alongside the changing expectations of clients and the marketplace.

PPAI’s senior director of media, research and public affairs, Josh Ellis, emphasized the significance of this recognition, noting: “PPAI is proud to recognize every company earning recognition through this ultimate measure of industry leadership.” He adds, “The firms that have earned this status do business right. They represent the leading edge of the branded merch industry through their commitment to innovation and responsibility, their business practices and philosophy. PPAI 100 takes a well-rounded approach to measuring business performance – the companies earned their ranking through careful consideration of every aspect of their organization – and it identifies the best of the best.”

For Executive Advertising, this recognition comes at a defining moment as the company celebrates 20 years in business. What began as a traditional promotional products distributor has evolved into a technology-driven organization focused on simplifying and modernizing the way companies source, manage and distribute branded merchandise.

“We are honored to be named to the PPAI 100 list,” said Stewart Switzer, President of Executive Advertising. “This recognition is a testament to the commitment of our entire team and the high expectations we set for ourselves each day. It also reaffirms our view that the systems and technology driving the work are every bit as critical as the results they produce.” 

Over the past two decades, Executive Advertising has continuously refined its approach to promotional marketing by investing in smarter systems, streamlined workflows and scalable infrastructure designed to support the changing needs of modern organizations. The company’s growth reflects not only its ability to adapt to an evolving marketplace, but also its commitment to delivering thoughtful solutions that help clients discover, manage and distribute branded products more effectively.

Reaching the 20-year milestone also serves as an opportunity to recognize the relationships, employees and clients who have contributed to the company’s continued success. While the business has grown significantly over the years, its core philosophy has remained the same: combine strong service, dependable execution and forward-thinking technology to create a better experience for every client interaction.

As Executive Advertising looks ahead, the company remains focused on continuing to innovate, strengthen client partnerships and invest in the technology and processes that drive long-term success. Being recognized among the promotional product industry’s top organizations reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering a smarter, more efficient branded merchandise experience while building on the foundation established over the past 20 years.

About PPAI

Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) is the world’s largest and longest-serving international not-for-profit branded merchandise association with a 120-year history of serving a membership, that has grown to more than 15,000 corporate members and advocating for the $27+ billion merch industry with its more than 33,700 businesses and more than 500,000 professionals.

About Executive Advertising

Executive Advertising is a full-service promotional products distributor based in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The company offers over 35,000 customizable products designed to help businesses increase brand visibility and engagement through high-quality merchandise and creative marketing solutions.