Corner Brook was buzzing with excitement as crowds gathered for the 50th Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games this week. The local business responsible for supplying all the event merchandise is MegaTrends, a company in Corner Brook specializing in embroidery, screen printing, and signs. MegaTrends has produced thousands of T-shirts, 3,000 lanyards, and around 1,400 medals for the occasion.
Owner Rob Marche shared his experience with CBC News, describing the process as both fun and challenging, attributing it to the nature of entrepreneurship. Having been in the T-shirt printing business since the early 2000s, Marche expressed his satisfaction with creating merchandise for the event, stating that it has been a rewarding experience to see participants proudly wearing the branded apparel.
Marche emphasized the impact of the N.L. Games logo on the T-shirts, noting that it instills a sense of unity and belonging among wearers, likening it to the way wearing a jersey can enhance performance in sports. To manage the surge in orders leading up to the games, Marche launched an online store a few weeks prior, which helped streamline the ordering process.
Utilizing an automatic screen printer significantly aided MegaTrends in fulfilling the high volume of orders efficiently. Marche acknowledged the crucial role played by his team in achieving this feat, expressing pride in their dedication and teamwork. He emphasized that being part of a cohesive team leads to better outcomes.
For those interested in the behind-the-scenes look at the making of the N.L. Summer Games merchandise, the CBC’s Corner Brook provided an insightful view into MegaTrends’ operations. Marche’s sentiments echoed the significance of being involved in creating the event merchandise, underscoring the pride and fulfillment it brings.
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