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How to Calculate the True ROIof Branded Merchandise

See the exact framework we use to help enterprise B2B teams turn their promotional spend from a sunk cost into a measurable customer acquisition channel.

Branded merchandise is often the black hole of marketing budgets. But when treated as a measurable acquisition channel by enterprise B2B teams in Michigan and globally, our custom promo products outperform digital ads.

The Hidden Costs

The price of the shirt is just the beginning. You have to factor in design time, procurement negotiations, shipping, storage, and the opportunity cost of bad merchandise that ends up in a landfill.

Merchandise ROI Estimator

Estimated Revenue Generated
$50,000
Implied ROI
900%

Measuring the Impact

We measure ROI across three vectors: Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) reduction through physical direct mail, Employee Retention metrics, and Brand Impressions.

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