Facilisgroup Host Top Executive Event with Koozie Group

Facilisgroup, a leading software-as-a-service company and partnering community within the promotional products industry, recently hosted its latest Top Executive Event at the Koozie Group headquarters in Clearwater, Florida. The event brought together a select group of top distributor executives and supplier leaders for two days of collaboration, strategic insights, and industry connection. 

The exclusive event, held from September 9 to 11, featured a curated agenda focused on innovation, growth, and partnership in the promotional products space. Executives representing Midwest Promotional Group, Idlebrook Promotions, Delta Marketing, Shop Madden, and Imageworks gathered alongside Facilisgroup leadership and Koozie Group executives for an insightful visit to the West Florida facility. 

“Spending time with the teams at Koozie Group and touring their multiple facilities was truly inspiring. The energy and commitment from every leader, operations manager, and team member on the floor resonated deeply,” said Facilisgroup’s Director of Strategic Partner Development, Becki Heinen. “In addition, Koozie’s bold investment in AI and cutting-edge digital transformation tools to support their partners isn’t just impressive, it’s industry-leading and a clear signal of where the future is headed.” 

The agenda included a tour of Koozie Group’s two facilities as well as the Garyline facility, where attendees got a first-hand look at the latest automated innovations and other technological advancements. During their discussion with Koozie Group CEO, Pierre Montaubin, he highlighted Koozie Group’s evolving technology, including the launch of a new AI-powered chatbot for client-facing support, the introduction of GLEAN, a buyer trend analytics AI tool offered as a client benefit, Contract Decoration in partnership with SanMar, and the future of Print-On-Demand (POD) services.  

Cathy Houston, Vice President of Delta Marketing Group, said, “We truly appreciate the time, hospitality, and effort that went into making the visit both informative and enjoyable. It’s always great to strengthen our partnership and see the quality and innovation behind the products we share with our clients.” 

“It was a first for me, and I really appreciate the time and effort your teams put into them to provide us with a better understanding of all you do,” said Steve DeBoer, Chief Financial Officer for Midwest Promotional Group. “Loved the passion and joy each of the workers showed in their jobs. Glad I was able to join the group and look forward to improving our relationship moving forward!” 

This gathering is part of an ongoing series of Top Executive Events hosted by Facilisgroup in collaboration with key supplier partners, aimed at fostering collaboration and advancing the industry through shared insights and meaningful partnerships. 

“These events are a powerful reminder of how strategic partnerships and shared vision can drive meaningful transformation within our community and in the industry as a whole,” said Michele Dando, Facilisgroup’s Senior Vice President of Supplier Relations.