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Recognizing the Importance of National Uniform Day
National Uniform Day: Celebrating the People Who Keep Our World Running
When you think of a uniform, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a firefighter’s gear, a nurse’s scrubs, a construction worker’s safety vest, or the polished attire of someone serving your favorite meal. The reality is that uniforms are all around us and the people who wear them are among the most diverse, dedicated, and essential members of our communities.
On National Uniform Day, we celebrate the tens of millions of uniform wearers who span industries, backgrounds, and skill sets. What unites them is a shared commitment to…
Honoring the Hispanic Influence on Patch Design and Decoration
In the world of emblems, embroidery, and decoration, some of the most striking, meaningful, and enduring inspiration comes from a heritage rich in craftsmanship, color, and cultural pride: Hispanic culture. In September, as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are acknowledging the historical contributions but also honoring the influence that continues to shape our industry…
Penn Emblem Receives Cintas Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award
Penn Emblem Company was recently recognized by Cintas ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) with the Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award for meeting Cintas supplier compliance Code of Conduct standards in relation to social and environmental responsibility, human rights, and fair labor practices. Cintas sets high expectations for their suppliers in that those they do business…
Penn Emblem Receives TRSA Award for their recognition of the Cintas Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award
Penn Emblem Company is proud to be named the recipient of TRSA’s 2025 Clean Green Sustainability Award based on recognition by Cintas ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) with the Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award. “We are beyond honored,” says President, Randi Blumenthal-Joseph, “Penn Emblem works diligently to find continual improvements to our processes to create…
Penn Emblem’s Southeast Territory Sales Manager, Tom Higgins, retires after 36 years – Son, Patrick, to carry on legacy at Penn
Penn Emblem’s Southeast Territory Manager, Tom Higgins, retired at the end of 2024. It isn’t often that a company gets to celebrate an employee’s successful career of over thirty-six years and it’s even more rare to have their accomplished career become generational, carrying timeless knowledge into the next era with family. Tom went to work…
Embroidery vs. PennBroidery®? What’s the difference?
If you’re interested in the timeless aesthetic of direct embroidery on your garment but want the ability to remove it and reuse it on other surfaces as the years go by, PennBroidery® is the perfect solution. While direct embroidery is the most traditional form of garment decoration available and is well known in all markets…
Richard Hirsh joins Rick Levine on the Uniformer Podcast
Penn Emblem’s Richard Hirsh, National Sales Manager, spoke with NAUMD Executive Director, Rick Levine on The Uniformer podcast to discuss Penn Emblem’s role and distinct operations in the rental uniform industry. Rich speaks about the major differences between the rental uniform side and direct sales side of the business as well as the many diverse…
Recent Posts
- Recognizing the Importance of National Uniform Day
- Honoring the Hispanic Influence on Patch Design and Decoration
- Penn Emblem Receives Cintas Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award
- Penn Emblem Receives TRSA Award for their recognition of the Cintas Bronze Supplier Sustainability Stewardship Award
- Penn Emblem’s Southeast Territory Sales Manager, Tom Higgins, retires after 36 years – Son, Patrick, to carry on legacy at Penn