Sterling, IL – October 22, 2025 – HALO, the leader in branded merchandise, corporate apparel, uniform programs, and recognition and incentive solutions, is pleased to announce its acquisition of What’s Happening Promotions, a dynamic promotional marketing agency based in Gainesville, Florida.
Marc Douglass, President of What’s Happening Promotions, shared his excitement about joining HALO: “Partnering with HALO enables us to expand what we deliver to our clients – offering greater access to creative talent, advanced technology, and unmatched operational strength. It also creates exciting opportunities for our team to grow and collaborate within the industry’s leading organization. This partnership reinforces our core mission of helping brands connect, engage, and grow through impactful promotional and brand engagement solutions.”
Jim Stutz, Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Business Development at HALO, added: “Marc and the What’s Happening Promotions team have built a successful business defined by service, creativity, and strong client partnerships. We’re thrilled to welcome them to HALO and look forward to supporting their continued growth with our scalable solutions, technology, and operational capabilities.”
What’s Happening Promotions will maintain its current team and will operate under the name What’s Happening Promotions Powered by HALO.
About HALO
HALO is the global leader in branded merchandise, uniform programs, and recognition and incentive solutions. We collaborate with our clients to make a tangible impact in a media-saturated world, connecting brands with their customers, employees, and other essential audiences. HALO employs over 1,900 employees across 37 global offices, offering unmatched creative services, technology solutions, logistics, and global sourcing. Our client roster includes over 156 Fortune 500 companies, along with thousands of mid and small-sized organizations striving to make significant brand impacts and enhance their employee experiences.
Contact:
Jeffrey Wurtzel
Senior Vice President of Marketing
Jeffrey.Wurtzel@HALO.com