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Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Hunter Ceiling Fans

Co-op for Hunter Ceiling Fans - 75% co-op reimbursement program for dealers, 3% accruals
1. To research co-op dollars, get the co-op authorization letter signed, and get the vendor number - Yes! Co-op can be found!
2. Ad specs: Trademark name, logo, product illustration, model number. Clearly separated; prorate multiple product ads. Prior approval required! Mfr ad materials preferred available on adbuilder.com.
Since 1886 oval logo and the Limited Lifetime Logo must also be included.
See the lighting & fans list for additional co-op plans.

Google hunterfan.com for local retailers.

Friday, June 15, 2007

Elk Roofing

Co-op for Elk Roofing - 50% co-op reimbursement program -
Accruals earned per box or bundle of Elk shingles purchased
Co-op dollars are based on material purchases during the 120-day period prior to the advertising. Dealer must be enrolled in the program by Elk District Sales Manager.
Get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor #.
Ads are available on adbuilder.com. See copy of co-op plans and advertising specifications.
See the building materials list for additional brands with good co-op programs.

Google elkcorp.com for Everest Peak Performance Contractors

Honeywell Anso

Honeywell Anso – 75% co-op reimbursement program with mfr prepared ads; 50% reimbursement with dealer prepared ads.
2-6 month programs – co-op earnings based on prior 6-month qualification period.
To research co-op dollars for Honeywell Anso (carpet fiber) – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.

See the carpet/flooring list for more brands. Ads available at adbuilder.com.

Google dealers at ansonylon.com

Brother Sewing Machines

Brother Sewing Machines – 100% co-op reimbursement program; 5% accruals based on current year purchases!!
To research co-op dollars for Brother – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.
Yes, Recas finds co-op $$ with a vendor #!
E-mail ad for pre-approval to: dee.sannazzaro@brother.com.
See the vacuum sewing list for more brands.
Brother Sewing is also approved for internet advertising! Just e-mail for pre-approval!

Google above for local dealers at brother-usa.com.

Monday, June 04, 2007

What? More brands co-op approved for online advertising?

Manufacturer - Product - Acc % - Reimb%
Alumax Bath Enclosures - Alumax Bath enclosures - 1% - 50%
Ambassador Cards - Everyday cards & gift wrap - 5% - 100%
American Standard - Faucets and toilets - see plan - 60%
Ariens Company - Lawn & garden tractors, equipment - see plan - 50%
Best Block - Retaining wall systems - $2500-5000 - 50%
Boise Cascade Corp - Trex Wook-Polymer decking lumber - .75% - 50%
Briggs & Stratton Corp - Air cooled engines or parts varies - 50%
Broilmaster Gas Grills - Broilmaster Gas Grills - 3% - 50%
BSN-Jobst Inc - Stockings and socks - 5% - 50%
Burwin’s - Men’s Dress & Casual Shoes - 2% - 100%
Carson-Dellosa - Teacher’s Eucational products - 2% - 100%
Casablanca Fan Company - Signature Collection Fans - 5% - 50%
Clopay Corp - Garage doors - see plan - 50%
Conair Corp - Cuisinart cookware - varies - 100%
Couristan Inc - Couristan area rugs - 4% - 50%
CP Films - Llumar window films - 3% - 50%
Craftmade International - Ceiling Fans - 1.5% - 50%
Crestline Windows/Doors - Crestline windows & doors - 1% - 50%
Cyma Watch - Cyma watches - 5% - 50%
Dansko, Inc - Shoes - 3% - 100%
DC Comics, Inc - Comic books and magazines - 5% - 50%
Disney Publishing World - Disney Editions children’s books - 3-5% - 100%
Ex Officio - Buzz Off apparel - 2% - 100%
Fisher-Price, Inc - Toys - varies - 100%
Futurebiotics, Inc - Natural Vitamins & supplements - see plan - 50%
Gilmour Manufacturing - Lawn & garden products - 3% - 100%
Guardian Fiberglass Inc - Fiberglass insulation - Up to 2% - 100%
Hartco Flooring Co - First grade Hartco flooring - 1.5% - 50%
Hartmarx Corp - Austin Reed Men’s suits - 2% - 50%
Hon Company - Hon office furniture - 1-2.5% - 50%
Horizon Hobby - Hanger 9, Hobby Zone kits - .75% - 50%
Hunter Douglas Inc - All window fashions - varies - 50%
Hunter Fan Co - Hunter Ceiling fans - 3% - 75%
Hurd Millwork Co - Windows and patio doors - 1% - 50%
Invacare Corp - Invacare Scooters - varies - 50%
Jamison Bedding Inc - Mattresses and box springs - varies - 50%
Jasper Engines & Transmis - Automitive, marine transmissions, eng - see plan - 50%
JCA Inc - Paternayan yarns - 10% - 50%
K-Swiss Sales Corp - Athletic Shoes - 1% - 100%
Karman Inc - Men’s and ladies’ western wear - 2% - 50%

Friday, June 01, 2007

Classified Brands that are co-op approved for on-line advertising!

Classified Brands that are co-op approved for on-line advertising!
Manufacturer - Product - Acc % - Reimburse %
American Suzuki Motor- New Suzuki autos - see plan - 100%
Arima Marine Int’l - Boats - 2% - 50%
BMW of North America - New BMW Automobiles - see plan - 50%
Carolina Skiff - Boats and accessories - see plan - 100%
CRS Council of Res Sp - Real Estate designation - Fixed - 100%
DaimlerChrysler - Certified Pre-owned vehicles - $100ea -100%
EZ Loader Boat Trailer - Boat trailers - 2% - 50%
Featherlite, Inc - Featherlite Trailers - 2% - 50%
Four Winns - Four Winns Boats - 1% - 75%
Glastron Boat Co - Glastron boats - 5% - 50%
Home/Park Motor Home - Roadtreks motor homes - $200ea - 50%
Isuzu Motors America - GMC & Chevrolet medium duty - $150ea - 50%
Jaguar Cars, Inc - Jaguar New cars - see plan - 100%
Leisure Life Limited - Boats - 2% - 50%
Lindal Cedar Homes - Lindal & solid cedar homes - 2% - 50%
Maurell Products, Inc - Crest pontoon boats - 1% - 50%
Mazda Motor of Am - New Mazda cars - 1.25% - 75%
Mazda North Am Oper - Mazda parts and services - see plan - 50%
Nautic Star Boats - Nautic Star Boats - 1% - 100%
Pro Line Boats - Boats - varies - 50%
Subaru of America - Subaru new vehicles - see plan - 50%
Taylor Machine Works - Big Red heavy duty fork lifts - varies - 50%
Volkswagen of America - Volkswagen automobiles - 1% - 100%
Volkswagen/Audi Parts - Audi parts and service - varies - 50%
Volvo Penta of the Am - Engines - varies - 50%
Volvo Trucks - Volvo trucks - 1/20th of - 1% - 50%

Google brand for local dealers!

Garmin International GPS Systems

Co-op for Garmin International

Help your individual dealers advertise – this Global Positioning System product (also used for Geo-Caching! check out geocaching.com - this is so much fun!) is also carried at Walmart, Target & other big brick stores!!
50% co-op reimbursement program, 2%-3% accruals based on current year purchases
Garmin International – aviation and marine products like premature descent alert simulators, flight instruction navigation & weather products; marine, outdoor, mobile electronics maps & charts, global positioning systems.
Logo, product illustration, prorate multiple product ads.
Get the co-op authorization letter signed and get the vendor #.

Google at garmin.com for local dealers.

Donald J Pliner Shoes, Boots and Handbags

Donald J. Pliner Shoes, Boots and Handbags – 100% co-op reimbursement program, Contact mfr directly. 3% accruals of the total net seasonal purchases.
To research co-op dollars for Donald J. Pliner footwear and handbags – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.
Contact: Cathleen T. Gillen. Donald J Pliner, Customer Service Supervisor. 646-485-8001. Fax: 646-485-7990.
Use the Donald J Pliner logo and current fall or spring images. Prior approval required. You may not accrue co-op dollars from one season to the next.
Claim requirements: 3 hard copies of the final ad, original printed billing information, a sales adjustment form completed and approved by DJP office.

Google above at donaldjpliner.com for local dealers.

Tuesday, May 29, 2007

More brands approved for on-line advertising!

Manufacturer - Plan # - Product - Acc% - Reimburse %
Aearo Company - Health & beauty products - up to 5% - 100%
Alden Shoes - Alden shoes - 3% - 50%
All-Clad Metalcrafters - All-Clad or Emerilware cookware - 5-7% - 100%
Alps Sportswear Mfg Co - Alps sportswear - 2.5% - 50%
Alu-Mont Furniture Mfg - Patio sets - 2% - 100%
Ambar Diamonds - Jewelry - 5% - 50%
American Security Products - AMSEC Gun - Safes - 2% - 100%
American Water Heater Gp - Water heaters - 2% - 50%
Aquatic Industries Inc - Whirlpool baths & Soaking baths - 2% - 50%
B & K Mueller - Plumbing equipment - 2% - 100%
Baldor Generators - Baldor Generators - 1-2% - 50%
Barron’s Educational Series - Books and publications - 1-5% - 75%
Benchmark Doors - Benchmark doors and frames - 2% - 50%
Bertch Cabinet Mfg - Bertch vanities & cabinets - 1.5% - 100%
Brewster Wallcoverings Co - Wall coverings and wallpaper - 5% - 50%
Calphalon - Calphalon cookware - 10% - 100%
Carson Industries, Inc - Wind chimes, dinnerware, garden - 5% - 100%
Casio Inc - Televisions - varies - 100%
CITGO Petroleum Corp - All Citgo cased lubricants - $.15/gal - 50-100%
Continental Sports Supply - Soccer balls - 2% - 50%
Danaher Tool Group - Hand tools - 2% - 100%
Dave Grossman Creations - Collectible figurines - 5% - 50%
Delta Industries - Hand sprayers, plant waterer - varies - 100%
Do It Best (Valspar Paint) - Valspar Paint at Do It Best Stores - 4% - 50%
Droll Yankees Inc - Bird feeders - 4% - 50%
Easy Street Shoe Corp - Easy Street shoes - 2% - 50%
Evan-Moor Corp - Teachers resource materials - 2-5% - 100%
FLA Orthopedics Inc - Back and wrist supports - 1-3% - 50%
Guardian Personal Security - Bodyguard Pepper Spray - 3% - 100%
Gund, Inc - “Gund” stuffed animals - 5% - 100%
Hasa Inc - Pool chemicals and spa products - 5% Fix - 100%
Hickey-Freeman Co - Suits, sports coats for men - 3% - 50%
Honora Jewelry Co - All Honora jewelry - 5% - 100%
Insulate Windows - Vinyl windows and doors - .005% - 50%
Justin Boot Company - Justin Western boots & leather pdts - 3% - 75%
K-D Tools - Automotive tools - 2% - 75%
Landau Uniforms - Medical Uniforms - 1-2% - 50%
Magic Circle Corp - Dixie Chopper lawn mowers - 3% - 50%
Nature’s Bounty, Inc - Nature’s bounty vitamins - see plan - 50%
Optronics, Inc - Hand held spotlights - 5% - 50%
PaceSaver/Leisure Lift Inc - Scooters - 5% - 50%
Raynor Garage Doors - Raynor garage doors & openers - 1% - 65%
Sealy, Inc - Sealy—mattresses, box springs - varies - 50%

Google above for local dealers!

Friday, May 25, 2007

Dickies Medical Uniforms

Co-op for Dickies Medical Uniforms – medical fashion line (excluding everyday scrubs) – 50% co-op reimbursement program – co-op accrues from 2-5% based on current year purchases – 2007 co-op expires 3-31-08!
To research co-op dollars for Dickie’s Medical Uniforms – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.
Use mfr ad slicks-available thru sales rep. Prior approval is required for all print advertising – use advertising pre-approval form. Fax to 214-459-1059 or e-mail to: bmccloskey@dickiesmedical.com.
Check the medical list for more great co-op programs.

Google above at dickiesuniform.com for local dealers.

This brand is approved for internet advertising.

Hayward Pool Products

Hayward Pool Products – 50% co-op reimbursement program based on current year purchases
To research co-op dollars for Hayward Pool Products – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.
See the pool/spa co-op list with more co-op plans.
Ads available on www.adbuilder.com. Logo only in the ad receives 17.5% co-op reimbursement. To receive 50% co-op reimbursement, must use logo above 1.25 inches long, product illustration combo and a second logo, Hayward circle at least ½ inch across in size.

Google above at haywardnet.com for local dealers.

This brand is also approved for interent advertising.

Thursday, May 24, 2007

Hon Office Furniture

Hon Office Furniture-50% co-op reimbursement program. And they reimburse 50% for color costs!
Co-op $$$ are available now – because accruals are based on prior year purchases.
To research co-op dollars for Hon– get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number.
See the office/art/accessories co-op list with more co-op plans.
* Hon Diamond Showcase dealers definitely have co-op!

Google above at honcompany.com for local dealers! This is a good one! Yoou may have over $10,000 in co-op depending on the market and the dealer's business!

This brand is also approved for internet advertising!

Zodiac Pool Cleaners

Zodiac Pool Cleaners – 75% co-op reimbursement program for exclusive ads featuring Baracuda & Nature2. 5% accruals; 50% reimbursement for prorated ads.
Co-op $$$ are available now – Expires 11-30-07.
To research co-op dollars for Zodiac Pool Cleaners – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number. Get the distributor contact name and phone # also.
See the pool & spa co-op list with more co-op plans.
Ads are available at www.adbuilder.com.

This brand is also approved for internet advertising!

Google above at baracuda.com for local dealers. I came up with almost 2 pages of listings (each a single line) of local dealers! There's lots of opportunity here in my market!

P. S. Our newspaper BLITZED and sold over $1 million in internet advertising! We're #1!

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

755 Brands are co-op approved for on-line media - here are just some of those brands!

These brands are co-op approved for on-line media!
Manufacturer - Plan # - Product - Acc % - Reimburse %
Access Lighting Corp - 23895 - Access lighting products - 2.5% - 50%
AC Delco - 24851 - Batteries - varies - 100%
Action Industries-Lane - 04858 - Lane recliners, furniture - varies - 50%
Aerosoles - 19605 - Shoes - 2% - 50%
Allstate Insurance - 13420 - Insurance - Fixed - 50%
Amarr Garage Doors - 25774 - Garage Doors - 1% - 50%
Bardahl Mfg - 04666 - Auto Additives & lubricants - varies - 100%
Bekaert Specialty Films - 24551 - Solar Gard Window films - 3% - 100%
Beltone Electronics - 12664 - Hearing Aids - varies - 100%
Benjamin Moore & Co - 01966 - Benjamin Moore Paints - 2% - 75%
Bike Athletic Co - 05267 - Sportswear - 1.5% - 50%
Bio-Lab, Inc - 22297 - Bio-guard pool products - 3% - 100%
Bradington-Young - 08760 - Recliner chairs & sofas - varies - 50%
Bushnell Corp - 04537 - Bushnell Performance Optics - 3% - 100%
Caldera Spas - 21397 - Utopia spa models - $75/ea - 50%
Canon USA - 04423 - Canon Cameras - 3% - 100%
Castrol/Quick Lube -18477 - Castrol quick lube oil change - varies - 100%
Chamberlain Group - 04833 - Liftmaster garage door openers - 4% -100%
Charmant USA - 08598 - Eyewear - 5% - 50%
Cleveland Chair Co - 01152 - Recliners & Catnapper chairs - $3/ea - 50%
Dee Zee Mfg - 05533 - Running boards & truck access - 2% - 100%
Dickies Medical Unif - 25896 - Medical uniforms - 5% - 50%
Dixon - 04933 - Dixon ZTR riding mowers - 7.5% - 50%
Firestone Agric Tires - 23509 - Firestone agricultural tires - 2% - 100%
Four Seasons Solar Pdt - 16628 - Sunrooms - up to 5% - 50%
Franklin Mutual Insur - 20536 - Life Insurance - varies - 50%
Golden Technologies - 21581 - Power lift chairs, scooters - 3% - 50%
Goodyear,Dunlop Tires - 04623 - Goodyear brand tires - 5% - 75%
Grasshopper Company - 22413 - Lawnmowers - 2% - 50%
Hayward Products - 18257 - Hayward pool cleaning, heaters - see plan - 50%
Janome America - 20713 - Janome sewing machines - $35/ea - 50%
L’Amy Inc - 10180 - Groupe L’Amy eyewear - 5% - 100%
Lennox Industries - 09151 - Central air & heating units - varies - 60%
Makita USA Inc - 05479 - All Makita power tools - 3% - 50%
Michelin Tires - 22773 - Michelin tires - see plan - 100%
Okidata Corp - 07371 - ColorNet printers - 3% - 100%
Pirelli Tires - 20777 - Auto & light truck tires - 3% - 90%
Pittsburgh Paints - 04417 - Pittsburgh Paints - see plan - 75%
Rheem/Ruud - 14724 - Air Conditioning units - see distr - 50%
Sharp Electronics - 25363 - Digital color TVs - see plan - 100%
Suzuki, Am Motor Corp - 02488 - Motorcycles, ATVs - 2% - 50%
Timex Corp - 03269 - Timex watches - 3% - 100%
Unilock—Chicago - 23680 - Paving stones - 2% - 50%
Voluntary Purchasing - 11484 - Fertilome lawn & garden prdts - 6% - 100%
Wedgestone Automotv - 14091 - Truck bumpers - see plan - 50%
Wrangler PRCA - 19125 - Wrangler jeans - see plan - 65%
Zodiac Pool Care - 014921 - Zodiac pool care products - see plan - 75%

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Rain Bird

Rain Bird Lawn & Garden Irrigation Products -
100% co-op reimbursement program, accruals vary based on current year purchases from 01/01 to 11/30
To research co-op dollars for Rain Bird – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number. Also get the distributor contact and phone #.
Logos available on www.adbuilder.com – no competing products. Co-op Funds are based on a percentage of Rain Bird net purchases during the current season, Jan 1 – Nov 30th. Exact accrual terms are determined by the Rain Bird sales rep. Ads must be directed towards consumer advertising. Product illustration, logo, product description, reason for consumer purchase; feature current products listed in Consumer Product Catalogs; clearly separate from other products.
See the lawn & garden list for more brands.

Google above at rainbird.com for local dealers!

Thursday, May 17, 2007

Ferti-lome

Ferti-lome Fertilizers and Garden Care by Voluntary Purchasing Group –
100% co-op reimbursement program, 6% accruals based on current year purchases from calendar year (performance 1/1-10/15)
To research co-op dollars for Fertilome – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number. Also get the distributor contact and phone #.
Prior written approval is required by the Regional Sales Manager. VPG is a lawn care co-op. Advertising is available to their professional lawn care members.
Ads available on www.fertilome.com– Click on dealer tools and go to ad slicks - no competing products. Product illustration, logo; prorate multiple product ads. Adbuilder.com has ad elements.
See the lawn & garden list for coop!

Google above at v-p-g.com for local dealers!

Hartmann Luggage

Co-op for Hartmann Luggage -
- 50% co-op reimbursement program when mfr ads are used.
25% reimbursement for dealer produced ads
Accruals 1% based on prior year purchases
Get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor #.
Mfr’s prior approval form must be completed and submitted prior to advertising. Use current suggested retail prices or no retail listing.
Ads elements are available from the mfr sales rep.
See the travel list for additional brands with good co-op programs.

Google above at hartmann.com for local stores!

Tuesday, May 15, 2007

Aveda

Aveda Co-op – 50% co-op reimbursement program for Concept Salons & Lifestyle Salons
-CO-OP EXPIRES 06-30-07
Aveda does have a co-op program that is administered by the distributor (Neill Corp - Hammond, LA 1-888-634-5570.)
Kathy McDonald at Aveda (763-783-4000) said that only Lifestyle & Concept Salons qualify for co-op advertising. Salons must have a marketing plan in place arranged with the Aveda Distributor/ Sales Rep. Prior approval is required for all advertising. Fax number: 763 783-4275. kmcdonal@aveda.com
Ads must be exclusively Aveda – unaltered Aveda ad slicks must be used (note expiration dates – do not use any ad past the expiration date – subject to usage right laws with photographer/models.) Any ad changes must be submitted to Aveda for written prior approval.
Order Aveda ad materials on line through the Professional connections web site. The salon should have a log on and password to access the site. The color or black & white ads are located by clicking the Marketing Library tab.

google above at aveda.com for local salons!

Monday, May 14, 2007

Weber and Ducane Barbecue Grills

Co-op for Weber & Ducane Barbecue Grills – 100% co-op reimbursement program – co-op accrues at 4% based on current year purchases-co-op expires 09-30-07.
To research co-op for Weber – get the co-op authorization letter signed and the vendor number. Use mfr ad slicks- available at www.adbuilder.com.
See the outdoor list for more good co-op plans!

Google above at weberbbq.com for local dealers.