PPAM is a non-profit organization made up of Suppliers, Distributors and manufacturers representatives to support its members in the promotion and advancement of the Promotional Products Industry. The Midwest Association was originally established more than forty years ago as the St. Louis Association of Advertising Specialist, SLASA.  Members are predominately from Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska areas.

PPAM sponsors educational opportunities, social events and trade shows where members can meet and network with their peers.

PPAM is a sponsor of the Tomorrow Fund, an ongoing fund raising effort of the Promotional Products Continuing Education Foundation. PPAM is the first Regional Association to establish a chair with PPCEF and have aptly named it PPAM to ensure our ongoing legacy. Members of PPAM and children of members may apply for scholarships to fund their college education.

Additional benefits of membership include but are not limited to free admission to trade shows and education programs.

Please contact our Executive Director Kathy Fleming, if you have questions or comments.  Her phone number is: 636-282-9700. Email: admin@ppam.org

The Promotional Products Association of the Midwest welcomes you.

Mission Statement:  To support and strengthen our membership by providing professional development, networking opportunities, and resource and benefits to enhance business success.  To promote the highest level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.