PPAI Names New President, CEO

June 24, 2011

The Promotional Products Association Intl. (PPAI) has named Paul Bellantone as its new president and CEO, effective July 1.

Bellantone succeeds Stephen Slagle, former president and CEO, who announced his intention to retire in January 2012, after serving PPAI for more than 15 years.

In his new role, Bellantone will work directly with the senior management of the association to lead the growing promotional products association. He will play a pivotal role in the further advancement of the promotional products industry and work closely with the leadership team and the board of directors to enhance the association's strategy, operations, project management and performance improvement.

For more information, visit ppai.org. — S.G.



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