Welcome to The PMG Family, Afraah Goshu: A Passionate Intern Ready to Learn and Grow!

pmgdirect July 20, 2023 Blog, PMG News 0
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  We’re thrilled to introduce Afraah Goshu, our talented intern for the summer of 2023! Afraah joins us as part of the Leading EDGE Internship Program by The Nonprofit Alliance. With her enthusiasm to learn about fundraising and her pursuit of an Information Studies degree from the University of Maryland, we’re confident Afraah will make a[...]

Did you miss out on this year’s National Postal Forum? The PMG Family has you covered with our top takeaways!

PMMAdmin3 July 4, 2023 Blog, PMG News 0
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This May, the National Postal Forum (NPF) was held in Charlotte, North Carolina and PMG and MailSmart Logistics representatives were on hand to engage with their fellow industry experts. The NPF partners with the USPS to produce this event each year which brings together the mailing industry for a one-of-a-kind educational and networking experience. This[...]

Act now to take advantage of the USPS Promotions to offset the July 9th postage increase

PMMAdmin3 June 21, 2023 Blog, Industry 0
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It is time to prepare for impacts to your mailings scheduled for summer and fall.  The USPS rates go into effect on July 9, 2023.  To view the updated USPS Rate Chart, please click here. The increases are substantial and we strongly urge you to take advantage of the discounts offered by the USPS Promotions[...]

List Bazaar Returns: Our Key Takeaways

pmgdirect May 24, 2023 Blog, Industry 0
Key takeaways from List Bazaar 2023, highlighting essential insights and highlights from the event, presented in a vibrant and engaging format.
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The ever-popular DMAW List Bazaar returned as a standalone event on May 11th in Washington, DC. MMI Direct’s Charlie Rice along with Polly Papsadore and Jaime Grams from PMG were on hand to spend the day engaging with nearly 100 fellow industry leaders and acquisition list professionals, including list managers, brokers, agency strategists, co-operative database representatives[...]

Save Money on Postage with these USPS Promotions

pmgdirect May 18, 2023 Blog, Postal Information 0
"Discover how direct marketers can save up to 4% on postage with the latest USPS promotions. Smart savings for your business!"
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Three USPS Promotions offer mailers potential postage savings and a great opportunity to mitigate the upcoming postage increase. 1) The Emerging Technology promotion began on May 1st and continues through November 30th.  This promotion provides up to a 3% or 4% postage discount depending on the technology used. Up to 3% discount technologies include: Mobile[...]

Welcome Melissa Iannitto to the Production Team

pmgdirect April 24, 2023 Blog, PMG News 0
"Smiling portrait of Melissa Iannitto, the newest member of the production team, showcasing her friendly and approachable demeanor."
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Melissa Iannitto We are thrilled to welcome Melissa Iannitto to the PMG Family! Melissa brings over 20 years of experience in print and direct mail to the PMG production team. For the last five years, she’s led a direct mail program for a nonprofit. Melissa is a problem-solver at heart, and she loves finding unique[...]

USPS Promotions to Help Offset 2023 Postage Increases

pmgdirect February 14, 2023 Blog, Postal Information 0
USPS promotions graphic highlighting strategies to offset 2023 postage increases, featuring a piggy bank, envelope, and postage stamp visuals.
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Offset Postage Expense by Using USPS Promotions There are two promotions that just began February 1 and run until July 31. We believe the most advantageous choice for nonprofits and commercial mailers is the Tactile, Sensory, and Interactive promotion. Mailers can achieve up to a 5% discount on postage for using various techniques that enhance[...]

Good News for Mailers: USPS Resumes Operations

pmgdirect January 27, 2023 Blog, Industry, Postal Information 0
Sunset view with palm trees reflecting in water, highlighting the announcement that USPS mail delivery operations have resumed.
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Mail Delivery Resumes to Several Zip Codes in South Florida It’s been four months since Hurricane Ian devastated southern Florida. As the areas on the Gulf Coast continue to rebuild the USPS has announced that it will begin to accept Marketing Mail letters and flats at several post offices. Mailers have been suppressing addresses in[...]

Exciting PMG Leadership News

pmgdirect January 11, 2023 Blog, PMG News 0
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We’re pleased to announce the promotion of Polly Papsadore to President of PMG, effective January 1, 2023. Polly takes on the company’s leadership role after serving as Senior Vice President of Business Strategy since 2020. Polly will lead the PMG Family’s four business units: PMG, MMI Direct, MailSmart Logistics and The Engage Group. Polly joined[...]

PMG Production Team Welcomes Beni Gibson, Account Supervisor

PMMAdmin3 January 4, 2023 Blog, PMG News 0
Portrait of Beni Gibson, the new Account Supervisor at PMG, smiling warmly in a light blouse against a soft green background.
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PMG is happy to announce a new Account Supervisor in our ranks. With 27 years successfully managing Direct Mail fundraising campaigns, print production and account management, Beni Gibson is the perfect addition to our Production team. Beni has previously worked at a nonprofit organization and is looking forward to using her experience as a client[...]