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Katrina Salenga

Katrina Salenga is a Product & Marketing Expert at Cubic Promote, with over 5 years of experience in client service and over four months in Australia's promotional products industry. She helps businesses select, customise, and distribute branded merchandise that aligns with their marketing objectives, ensuring every product maximises brand visibility and engagement. With a proven track record of managing bulk orders for events, corporate giveaways, and expos, Katrina is trusted for her data-driven insights on how to effectively leverage branded merchandise to drive results. Her writing, featured in industry blogs, shares her strategic approach to creating impactful campaigns, making her a trusted voice in the promotional products industry.

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The Day Before the Australasian Gaming Expo

Last Updated: 13 May 2026 Key Points Cubic Promote prepared for the Australasian Gaming Expo 2025 with a booth of branded merchandise. Setup day involved unpacking stock, building displays, arranging merchandise, and preparing for thousands of venue owners and hospitality managers who would attend the expo. We know strong event preparation attracts more visitors and […]

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What’s New in July 2025 at Cubic Promote

Last Updated: 8 May 2026 Key Points New conference planning tools and resources were added to help businesses organise branded events, giveaways, and promotional campaigns more efficiently. Fresh podcast episodes, case studies, testimonials, and product releases were launched to share practical branding ideas and real client success stories. July also marked the introduction of Mark […]

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Why Intellectual Property Protection Matters for Your Promotional Products: A Guide to Safeguarding Your Brand

Last Updated: 8 May 2026 Key Points Trademark protection helps businesses protect their branding, avoid customer confusion, and reduce the risk of legal disputes over logos or designs. Registered trademarks offer stronger protection than common law trademarks, especially when branding is printed on promotional products and merchandise. Confirm if you have permission or ownership rights […]

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We Talk Merch & Marketing: Insights from Nathan at Realtime Results

Last Updated: 7 May 2026 Key Points Nathan Tripolone believes successful marketing campaigns must be measurable, especially for small and medium businesses with tighter budgets. Interactive campaigns, giveaways, and gamified merchandise can create stronger audience engagement and make brands more memorable. Physical merchandise still stands out because people are more likely to notice and remember […]

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Why I Love Receiving Scented Candles as Promo Gifts (And Why Your Brand Should Too)

Last Updated: 7 May 2026 Key Points Scented candles create feelings of relaxation and comfort, which can help people form a stronger emotional connection with a brand. Custom candles work well as corporate gifts, wellness packs, housewarming gifts, and premium giveaways because they feel thoughtful and personal. Our account managers recommend branded scented candles for […]

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Top 10 Best-Selling Promotional Products in May 2025 

Last Updated: 7 May 2026 Key Points Sticky notes, notebooks, mugs, and bottles remained top sellers in May 2025 because they’re practical products people use every day. Power banks, backpacks, caps, and custom socks continued growing in demand as businesses looked for useful branded giveaways instead of disposable items. We suggest choosing promotional products people […]

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What If Money Was No Object? Exploring Creative Promotional Product Ideas

Last Updated: 7 May 2026 Key Points Swami imagined a branded hoverboard with LED lighting and projected logos, inspired by the movie Back to the Future. Wendy suggested co-branding with popular collectable character Labubu to create exclusive merchandise. Our team loves exploring big and unusual branding ideas because it is often what gets people talking […]

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5 Ways EOFY Promotional Gifts Can Boost Employee Engagement in 2025

Last Updated: 7 May 2026 Key Points EOFY gifts give employees a mid-year boost, helping remote and hybrid teams feel motivated, connected, and appreciated. Thoughtful items like wellness products, branded drink bottles, office accessories, and tech gadgets can support staff wellbeing and improve retention. Cubic Promote suggests using EOFY merchandise to strengthen company culture and […]

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