Case Studies

A holiday gifting project of customized footwear for 2,000+ NBA employees

• Created a special assortment of Nike footwear to be ordered via webstore by employees
• Each shoe was logoed with various colorways of the NBA logoman
• Individually labeled and packed for easy distribution at league offices
• Resulted in truly unique gift for each employee with high perceived value

An exclusive high-end “Ownership Collection” for the Pistons’ leadership group to launch their new logos

• Developed a catalog of ideas from multiple vendors
• Utilized unique decoration methods for a one-of-a-kind result
• Quick turnaround to meet their logo unveiling timeline
• Shipped out individual packages to each member of the leadership team around the country

A unique fan gift pack sold to benefit charity and kick-off the Kansas City Chiefs playoff run

• Started with the vessel – the fanny pack came as an idea to label the project as a “run it back pack”
• Provided options for themed items to fill the pack
• Fulfillment handled entirely by ADPRO – shipping out 5000 fanny packs to Chiefs fans across the country
• Quick turnaround – project was put in place the first week of December when playoffs were clinched, and packs shipped out the final week of December prior to the start of the postseason

A custom hoodie packaged in its own box to give players and Alumni their first piece from the Rams rebrand

• ADPRO involved in the initial idea generation – the goal was to provide something unique modeled after the new jerseys that could be produced in a quick turn fashion
• Created a custom box in the new Rams blue and bone colors
• ADPRO shipped out each box directly to players and alumni at the start of the COVID pandemic

After the 2019 NFC Championship Game the LA Rams needed a total of 210 travel suits in less than one week to wear on their flight to the Super Bowl in Atlanta.

• Jacket and pants for the entire travel party (players, front office, coaches, etc.)
• Order received on 1/22 and had to have in LA by 1/26
• A true team effort from production/art/etc.

CBS was set to host the Super Bowl LV and was in need of a unique and recognizable piece of apparel for all employees to wear the week leading up to and during the big game.

• Researched and provided samples for silhouettes with a unique decoration method
• Produced over 1600 insulated vests, decorated, poly bagged, sized labeled, and sealed to ship to dozens of CBS individuals at their home addresses across the country

M&T Bank is a sponsor of the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills and needed licensed, co-branded merchandise for their branch locations and each stadium’s premium seating partners.

• Sourced product and ordered both promotional items and apparel
• Branded the merchandise in-house and applied NFL hologram licenses
• Fulfilled and distributed to individual M&T locations and ensured timely delivery for each event

Each year, we work with our professional sports partners to create memorable game day experiences for fans.

• Developed ideas for game day giveaways
• Researched products within a set budget and quantity
• Incorporated cobranded sponsor activation
• Sourced and fulfilled products for the promotion
• Ensured timely delivery for each event

• The Ask- Find a unique graduation gift for medical residents and fellows to be presented at a graduation ceremony
• The Challenges- Low quantities, some need drop ship, prefer personalization if possible, in-hands 10 days
• The Solution- In just 5 days, we had customized glass prints that came individually packed and elegantly presented so the reveal was special for the ceremony and safe to drop ship. Their accomplishments were commemorated by receiving a personalized gift depicting where their careers began.
• The Added Bonus- This is a carbon neutral company that uses only sustainable products from glass, to production, to packaging.

• The Ask-A local hospital was looking to make cancer treatments easier for their pediatric patients with logoed apparel.
• The Solution- We sourced and partnered with a company that produces portal access shirts designed by oncology nurses. The ease of dual zippers for medicinal port access allows patients to remain clothed during treatment and to go about their day when a session is finished. No change of clothes needed. We decided to imprint on the sleeve so the hospital logo could always be seen.

• The Ask-Carolinas Golf Association needed event giveaways for multiple tournaments. They preferred non-golf related ideas geared towards the specific end users at each event.
• The Challenges-Different budgets, different quantities, different ages for each tourney, and a 9-color logo
• The Solution- Usable and relatable gifts were found for each event to help best showcase their logo

Backpacks for Intern/Staff traveling between tournaments/office.

Carolinas Women’s Amateur- In lieu of a trophy, we selected the Golf Partee Gift Set for two college age winners.  The Swig tumbler and skinny can cooler both have a dimpled design that looks and feels like a golf ball. Customized box and card insert complete the gift.

Carolinas Women’s Four Ball Championship is a mix of college age players and senior women. The Midday cooler in “Carolina blue” can be used as a 12-can cooler and/or lunch bag both on and off the course.

Virginia-Carolinas Women’s Team Matches has participants from NC, SC, VA and WV that are college aged-65+. The sublimated MobiStand can hold your phone or tablet perfectly while at your desk, working from home, traveling, or for videoing the putting stroke.

Carolinas Cup Tournament in December-wrap yourself in a trendy blanket post event and recharge before the next one.

• The Ask-Our customer asked for a tank top, t-shirt, sweatshirt and water bottle to sell at a summer cycling event
• The Challenge- Find basic pieces that would appeal to the masses at a price point that could turn a profit for our customer, grab attention of buyers, and highlight the event
• The Solution- We paid special attention to their logo colors, imprint locations, and sought a decoration technique that would create a one-of-a-kind item. We used a seamless infusion method on the sweatshirt that allowed us to work around the zipper and take full advantage of the imprint size. We turned ordinary every day apparel into unique pieces that could only be purchased at the event. Using full color does make a difference.