The Five Minute Fix - Branded Merch?

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The Five Minute Fix - Branded Merch?

This week on The Five Minute Fix Ben & Patrick talk about branded merch. Is it a good marketing tactic? What is the best branded accessory? Are branded rucksacks a gateway to secret societies?

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Ben Collins

Director, TrueGroup

Patrick Lambert

Director, TrueGroup

Jac Evans

Director, HireChain

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