Our Story

STRATEGY FIRST.
EXECUTION SECOND.

Founded in 2018, The Promo 4th Group is a hybrid brand accelerator with in-house production, fulfillment, and strategic expertise. We don't just coordinate between vendors—we design all four pillars to work together by design.

PURPOSEFUL EXTENSIONS OF YOUR BRAND

We blend creative design with strategic thinking so the pieces we create aren't just products with your logo – they're purposeful extensions of your brand's mission and values.

"Most brands treat promotional products as an afterthought. We believe physical products are most powerful when they're designed into the strategy — not added at the end."

Located in Plain City, Ohio (minutes from downtown Columbus), The Promo 4th Group offers an uncompromising level of top-end customer service while providing unique, conversation-starting apparel, electronics, and curated hard goods to promote your business.

Our Core Values

  • CreativityInnovation in every project, from concept to execution.
  • IntegrityHonest partnerships and transparent communication.
  • PartnershipWe walk alongside you from concept to delivery.
  • ExcellenceUncompromising quality in every deliverable.

INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS

We're committed to staying at the forefront of the promotional products industry through continuous education and professional development.

MASI Certified

Masters in the Promotional Products Industry through ASI. Demonstrating expert-level knowledge and commitment to the field.

PPAI Member

Active member of the Promotional Products Association International, the largest trade association in our industry.

Central Ohio Based

In-house production and fulfillment at our Plain City facility. We make it here, so we can deliver it fast.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Michael Torem

CEO & Founder

Michael leads with over a decade of experience in promotional marketing. He founded The Promo 4th Group in 2018 to merge creative design with seamless in-house production. Michael is the driving force behind our strategy-first approach, ensuring every client's campaign is both innovative and effective.

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Carlos Molina

Customer Relations

Carlos brings years of customer service and supply chain relations expertise to the Promo 4th Group. He serves customers bilingually in both English and Spanish to increase our reach for a wider array of customers' needs.

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Omar Alfonzo Hernandez

Art & Creative Director

Omar's degrees and certifications in graphic design ensure our in-house print operations run smoothly for the highest quality output. He ensures customers' logos and artwork are print-ready for all levels of the supply chain.

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David Szeltner

Customer Relations

David brings years of corporate experience working at companies like OhioHealth and TopGolf. He is renowned for his personable customer service style and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.

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Alexander Hallowell

Operations & Production

Alex's experience in music production and equipment management made him an expert at running our in-house production and fulfillment divisions. He always strives for—and delivers—excellent results for every project.

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Patrick Lanane

Interior Sales Manager

Patrick brings extensive sales experience and a deep understanding of client needs to the team. He focuses on building strong relationships and ensuring every client finds the perfect solution for their brand.

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