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Michelle Kajan

Merchandise Marketing Consultant

Specializing in stylish promotional product concepts

Swag: In the marketing industry refers to articles of merchandise that are used in marketing and communication programs. These items are usually imprinted with a company's logo or slogan and given away as a part of guerilla marketing campaigns.

Also referred to as in slang terms: swag- Stuff We All Get. $19.6 billion in marketing dollars was spent last year on clever branded corporate swag.

Stop wasting your marketing dollars on unstimulating and dull promotional products. Captivate your target audience and let Michelle Kajan create a styled promotional branding experience for you.

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Michelle Kajan is a native of California and a graduate of The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Los Angeles. After graduation Michelle went on to build her resume as a buyer for a popular juniors clothing chain, a manager for the retail giant Westfield Corporation overseeing and implementing customer service loyalty programs and a merchandiser for Toshibas online incentive company store. Michelle has established herself as a resource for clever marketing concepts and created her own unique style of promotional product merchandising. Her signature “personal shopper” approach combines budget, functionality, style and common sense to create a tailor made promotional concept for your brand. In a very cohesive way Michelle packages your promotional project, emphasizes your branding message and leaves a lasting impression on your target market. Her distinct style blends product knowledge, trend forecasting and her fashionista sensibility. As a resource for product Michelle is often invited to collaborate on very recognizable campaigns and celeb-worthy events that we read about in popular media. Michelle’s work has recently been recognized in “Promotional Products Business Magazine” where she was awarded as a “Rising Star”. She was also honored in “The Advertising Specialty Institutes -Counselor Magazine” where she was an honoree of the “Hot List” industry trend-setters successful for introducing new, fun, and innovative things in the marketplace.

It is a pleasure to work with a prestigious award winning promotional product design firm like Jack Nadel International (JNI). I take great pride in working with an industry leader who has been in the Advertising Specialty Industry for over 51 years. JNI has over 20+ offices all over the US and abroad in Europe and Hong Kong. JNI allows me to provide quality product, competitive pricing, and superb customer service to my clients. Check us out www.nadel.com

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Services and Catalogs

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Stylish promotional products

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Eco products available for green campaigns

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Product design and import

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Corporate wearables: tee's, polos, sweatshirts & more

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Luxury PR, media kits and packaging

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Unique Influencer outreach kits

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Custom awards & recognition

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Point of purchase displays

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Branded Corporate Gifts

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Brand name gifts

Tumi, Bvlgari, D & G, Dooney & Bourke, Baume & Mercier, Bose, Monte Blanc, TAG Heuer, Ray Ban, Reidel Wine and many many more...

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Logoed Confections

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Digital rewards and downloads

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Stylish promotional products

Eco products

Product design

Product import

Gift with purchases

Corporate wearables

Custom packaging

Luxury press and media kits

Influencer outreatch kits

Product launch kits

E-commerce stores

Art & logo design

Point of purchase displays

Printing services

Awards & recognition

Incentive programs

Digital rewards

Brand name gifts

Branded golf gear

Warehousing

Fulfillment

Distribution

Logoed confections

Holiday corporate gifts

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What's all the buzz about?

Buzz..buzz...Buzz:

2011- PPB MagazineMichelle Kajan featured as a Rising Star in Promotional Product Business Magazine. http://www.ppbmag.com/Article.aspx?id=7138#Michelle Kajan2011 - Book TestimonialMichelle Kajan writes a testimonial for Author Marley Machjer's new book "But are you making any money?" http://butareyoumakinganymoney.com/baymam/testimonials.html 2010 - Michael Stars Joyful Heart TeesMariska Hargitay's Joyful Heart Foundation and Michael Stars LA Healing and Wellness Kit Service Event, which raised awareness about domestic violence. The exclusive "Shelter" branded shirts specially screen-decorated for this promotion were created by Michelle Kajan for Michael Stars. 1)http://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org/lahealing.htm2)http://www.michaelstars.com/press_charity.php2010 - Step Up Mentoring Program Step Up Photo Journalism Mentoring Program features Michelle Kajan. Congratulations to Mirca Mora! http://stepupphoto.wordpress.com/2010/01/27/mircas-i-dream-to-be/2009 - Gatorade Jordan ProgramCommemorative gift honoring the partnership between Gatorade and Michael Jordan. Gatorade project makes "Sports Biz News on CNBC" for commemorative "Hall of Fame Induction Gift."1) http://www.cnbc.com/id/31783427Other media: 2)http://www.nicekicks.com/2009/07/nice-kicks-giveaway-michael-jordan-gatorade-cooler-set-2/3) http://solecollector.com/shoes/nike-shoes/jordan-shoes/exclusive-gatorade-cooler-4-of-23/4)http://solesirius.com/2009/07/03/michael-jordan-x-gatorade-limited-edition-collection/5)http://www.kicksonfire.com/2009/07/06/michael-jordan-x-gatorade-limited-edition-collection/2008 - Holiday New York TimesClient Dabney Lee Home makes the New York Times Hot List. Lucite Tray sourced custom by Michelle Kajan. http://www.dabneyleeathome.com/press/NYtimes.pdf2008 - Advertising Specialty MagazineMichelle Kajan honored as an industry trendsetter by The Advertising Specialty Magazine. http://blog.nadel.com/

Gatorade-Jordan
Avon Lotus Sheild
CO3 Cannes Film Festival
Playboy Gift Basket
Frederick's Ornaments
Fredericks Editor Giftings
Avon Euro Shoppers
Att Mask
T-Mobile
Samsung
Guess
FIDM
Michael Stars Screened Tee
Gatorade Celeb Warehousing
Memorial Care Embroidery
Guess
VIBE
Custom Tote
Custom GWP
Custom Packaging

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Tips from a promo expert!

Read these helpful flyers for other tips!

When planning a successful promotional purchase it's important to simplify the details and get organized.

Ask yourself a few questions:

1) How many products will I need?

2) What is my budget per product?

3) When is my ideal "in hands date"?

4) What product ideas do I like and dislike, why?

THEN...call me to create you a customized stylish promo product concept!

How to import products
Silk-screening style sheet
How to build a notebook
Embroidery style sheet
How to build a webstore
Riedel wine experience
Hot to have custom press kits
Ray Ban fitting experience

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Visit my boutique, shop luxury clothing and create your own red carpet swag style.

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Testimonials

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The swag suite

One girls social diary of all things swag related and the vip events where you can find it.

"Michelle, you are a valued partner and we appreciate your hard work and collaboration on our projects."-L.Lore, President and CEO, Frederick's of Hollywood"I've had the pleasure of working with Michelle for several years now. Because of her dedication, patience and reliability I've recommended and used her services at every company I've worked for. I have had nothing but exceptional results. She is a resource and her hard work is an greatly appreciated."-J.Berridy, Marketing Manager, SEGA/GAMEWORKSWe are so delighted that we found Michelle. Her vision from concept to finished product is exactly what we needed. Working with someone who truly understands our needs, wants and budget is a breath of fresh air. Our donors will absolutely love the custom commorative pieces she designed for us; they are very unique and fitting!-N. Whiteman, Vice President, Western Region Officer | The Jackie Robinson FoundationMichelle is a pleasure to work with. I always know that we're in good hands when we work together. She's thoughtful, prompt, and always delivers exactly how we want it, and on time.”-J.Kichaven, Senior Account Executive Brand Marketing and Communications , PMK*BNCMichelle has consistently provided me with great branded product ideas to enhance my marketing and recruitment activities. She is very detail-oriented, has creative strategies to bolster my business and is a pleasure to work with.”-L. Hartman, Marketing Manager, Playboy TV "It was a pleasure working with Michelle. She provided options and solutions from inception to final production of our custom press kit folders. We definitely appreciated her patience and consultative approach. We love our marketing premiums!"-B.Mayo, Experian Interactive and Lower my Bills.com "Michelle, our custom shirts are awesome! I love how they turned out. Thanks so much for your support and I must say, these t-shirts are literally flying off the shelf, I have to lock them up!"-S.Bilyew, Owner, Soul Studios "Michelle, we received our rush order early! Thanks for your great customer care. You are amazing!"-A.Sosa, Vice President of Marketing, ImpreMedia and La Opinion Latin Newspaper Michelle went over and beyond expectations to help us meet our project goals. She brought a new sense of energy and passion to our promotions and we look forward to continued work with her in the future!-L. Mundell, Communications Manager, Sexy Hair Concepts “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Michelle Kajan for more than a year. She has been a great asset when it comes to fulfilling all my promotional item needs. Not only has she provided me with an efficient, cost effective product but she has also provided great ideas to help market my company successfully. I recommend her with enthusiasm and will definitely hire her services again for future work.”-L.Perez, Marketing, NERO INC. “Michelle is a wonderful resource for all things swag! She is client centered, knowledgeable and a consummate professional. I've worked with her on several occasions and her attention to service & detail is awesome. Highly recommend!”-P.Simmons, President, Limelight Media and Image Consulting

Contact me

Call me: 310-815-5414

Email: michelle.kajan_nadel.com

Fax me: 424-603-5616

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