--- title: Zagwear Joins the British Promotional Merchandise Association and Completes the BPMA’s StepForward Pledge description: Zagwear joins the BPMA and commits to the StepForward Pledge, enhancing sustainability, transparency, and accountability in branded merchandise. image: https://zagwear.com/hubfs/BPMA%20(Blog%20Banner)%20(1).png --- [Skip to content](https://zagwear.com/blog/zagwear-joins-the-british-promotional-merchandise-association-and-completes-the-bpmas-stepforward-pledge#main-content) - [ Join Our Team ](https://www.zagwear.com/join-our-team) - [ Contact ](https://www.zagwear.com/contact) [ Close ](https://zagwear.com/blog/zagwear-joins-the-british-promotional-merchandise-association-and-completes-the-bpmas-stepforward-pledge#) - [ ABOUT ](https://www.zagwear.com/about) - WHAT WE DO - [ BRANDED MERCHANDISE ](https://www.zagwear.com/branded-merchandise) - [ CUSTOM KITTING ](https://www.zagwear.com/custom-kitting) - [ POINT OF SALE ](https://www.zagwear.com/point-of-sale) - [ AWARDS & RECOGNITION ](https://www.zagwear.com/awards-recognition) - [ PRINT SOLUTIONS ](https://www.zagwear.com/print-solutions) - [ POP UP & RETAIL ](https://www.zagwear.com/pop-ups-retail) - HOW WE DO IT - [ CREATIVE SERVICES ](https://www.zagwear.com/creative-services) - [ GLOBAL SOLUTIONS ](https://www.zagwear.com/global-solutions) - [ GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS ](https://www.zagwear.com/global-partnerships) - [ COMPANY STORES ](https://zagwear.com/technology#stores) - [ TECHNOLOGY ](https://www.zagwear.com/technology) - [ SUSTAINABILITY ](https://www.zagwear.com/sustainability) - WORK - [ Gallery ](https://www.zagwear.com/our-work) - [ Case Studies ](https://zagwear.com/blog/tag/case-studies) - [ INSIGHTS ](https://zagwear.com/blog) - [ BLOG ](https://zagwear.com/blog) - [ Webinars ](https://lp.zagwear.com/unboxed-by-zagwear-webinars) - [ COLLECTIONS ](https://lp.zagwear.com/collections) - [ Press ](https://www.zagwear.com/press) - [ RESOURCES ](https://lp.zagwear.com/resources) - [ ZAGX ](https://www.zag-x.com/) [![logo](https://zagwear.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ZagwearLogo-Primary-color-1.png?width=1452&height=369&name=ZagwearLogo-Primary-color-1.png "logo")](https://www.zagwear.com)[![Zagwear logo](https://zagwear.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ZagwearLogo-Primary-color%20(9).png?width=2178&height=553&name=ZagwearLogo-Primary-color%20(9).png)](https://www.zagwear.com) - [ ABOUT ](https://www.zagwear.com/about) - WHAT WE DO - [ BRANDED MERCHANDISE ](https://www.zagwear.com/branded-merchandise) - [ CUSTOM KITTING ](https://www.zagwear.com/custom-kitting) - [ POINT OF SALE ](https://www.zagwear.com/point-of-sale) - [ AWARDS & RECOGNITION ](https://www.zagwear.com/awards-recognition) - [ PRINT SOLUTIONS ](https://www.zagwear.com/print-solutions) - [ POP UP & RETAIL ](https://www.zagwear.com/pop-ups-retail) - HOW WE DO IT - [ CREATIVE SERVICES ](https://www.zagwear.com/creative-services) - [ GLOBAL SOLUTIONS ](https://www.zagwear.com/global-solutions) - [ GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS ](https://www.zagwear.com/global-partnerships) - [ COMPANY STORES ](https://zagwear.com/technology#stores) - [ TECHNOLOGY ](https://www.zagwear.com/technology) - [ SUSTAINABILITY ](https://www.zagwear.com/sustainability) - WORK - [ Gallery ](https://www.zagwear.com/our-work) - [ Case Studies ](https://zagwear.com/blog/tag/case-studies) - [ INSIGHTS ](https://zagwear.com/blog) - [ BLOG ](https://zagwear.com/blog) - [ Webinars ](https://lp.zagwear.com/unboxed-by-zagwear-webinars) - [ COLLECTIONS ](https://lp.zagwear.com/collections) - [ Press ](https://www.zagwear.com/press) - [ RESOURCES ](https://lp.zagwear.com/resources) - [ ZAGX ](https://www.zag-x.com/) ![BPMA Step Forward Pledge 2025](https://zagwear.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BPMA%20(Blog%20Banner)%20(1).png?width=300&name=BPMA%20(Blog%20Banner)%20(1).png) [Alexis Johnson](https://zagwear.com/blog/author/alexis-johnson)(May 27, 2025)1 min read # Zagwear Joins the British Promotional Merchandise Association and Completes the BPMA’s StepForward Pledge [Previous ](https://zagwear.com/blog/introducing-unboxed-by-zagwear) [Next ](https://zagwear.com/blog/zagwear-climbs-to-32-on-the-2025-ppai-100-top-distributors-list) *White Plains, NY – May 27, 2025* – Zagwear, a global leader in promotional products and branded merchandise, announced it has officially become a member of the British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) and has taken the BPMA’s StepForward Pledge, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and positive social impact. The StepForward Pledge guides members through 13 clear commitments across three pillars—Products, People, and Planet—and provides practical support, tools, and resources to help businesses measure, report on, and improve their environmental and social performance. By embracing this pledge, Zagwear will: - **Enhance Transparency:** Share measurable goals and progress reports on sustainable materials, fair labor practices, and waste reduction. - **Foster Accountability:** Implement internal frameworks that ensure every project meets defined social and environmental standards. - **Drive Continuous Improvement:** Leverage BPMA’s network and resources to stay at the forefront of best practices in responsible sourcing and community engagement. “We’re proud to partner with the BPMA and commit to the StepForward Pledge,” stated Toby Zacks, CEO of Zagwear. “This initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver creative, high-quality merchandise solutions that not only showcase our clients’ brands but also respect people and the planet every step of the way.” By joining the BPMA and completing the StepForward Pledge, Zagwear is strengthening its promise to clients to deliver branded merchandise that is both impactful and responsible—whether it’s a small-batch gift for a corporate event or a large global campaign. **About Zagwear** Zagwear is a leading provider of promotional products and branded merchandise, known for its creative solutions and exceptional customer service. With a focus on quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, Zagwear delivers customized products that enhance brand visibility and drive business success. To learn more, visit [www.zagwear.com](https://www.zagwear.com/). **About BPMA and the StepForward Pledge** The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) is the UK’s foremost trade body for the promotional merchandise industry. The StepForward Pledge sets a clear, 13-point roadmap for members to advance their environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and product transparency. For details on BPMA’s StepForward Pledge, visit: [https://bpma.co.uk/sustainability/stepforward-pledge/](https://bpma.co.uk/sustainability/stepforward-pledge/). **Media Contact** Zagwear Marketing Team marketing@zagwear.com ![avatar](https://zagwear.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Alexis%20Johnson%20Headshot.jpg?width=290&name=Alexis%20Johnson%20Headshot.jpg) #### [Alexis Johnson](https://zagwear.com/blog/author/alexis-johnson) ## RELATED ARTICLES [![ZagwearLogo-Primary-PMS428-1](https://20155768.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20155768/hubfs/New%20Brand%20Logos/ZagwearLogo-Primary-PMS428-1.png?width=250&name=ZagwearLogo-Primary-PMS428-1.png)](https://www.zagwear.com) - [ About ](https://www.zagwear.com/about) - [ Solutions ](https://www.zagwear.com/solutions) - [ Technology ](https://www.zagwear.com/technology) - [ Sustainability ](https://www.zagwear.com/sustainability) - [ Our Work ](https://www.zagwear.com/our-work) ###### New Business Inquiries ###### [hello@zagwear.com](mailto:hello@zagwear.com) ###### Career Opportunities ###### [careers@zagwear.com](mailto:careers@zagwear.com) ###### Newsletter Signup   ![PPAI-GreatestCos_2023](https://20155768.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/20155768/hubfs/PPAI-GreatestCos_2023.png?width=300&name=PPAI-GreatestCos_2023.png) - © 2024 ZAGWEAR.COM. 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The StepForward Pledge guides members through 13 clear commitments across three pillars—Products, People, and Planet—and provides practical support, tools, and resources to help businesses measure, report on, and improve their environmental and social performance. By embracing this pledge, Zagwear will: Enhance Transparency: Share measurable goals and progress reports on sustainable materials, fair labor practices, and waste reduction. Foster Accountability: Implement internal frameworks that ensure every project meets defined social and environmental standards. Drive Continuous Improvement: Leverage BPMA’s network and resources to stay at the forefront of best practices in responsible sourcing and community engagement. “We’re proud to partner with the BPMA and commit to the StepForward Pledge,” stated Toby Zacks, CEO of Zagwear. “This initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver creative, high-quality merchandise solutions that not only showcase our clients’ brands but also respect people and the planet every step of the way.” By joining the BPMA and completing the StepForward Pledge, Zagwear is strengthening its promise to clients to deliver branded merchandise that is both impactful and responsible—whether it’s a small-batch gift for a corporate event or a large global campaign. About Zagwear Zagwear is a leading provider of promotional products and branded merchandise, known for its creative solutions and exceptional customer service. With a focus on quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, Zagwear delivers customized products that enhance brand visibility and drive business success. To learn more, visit www.zagwear.com. About BPMA and the StepForward Pledge The British Promotional Merchandise Association (BPMA) is the UK’s foremost trade body for the promotional merchandise industry. The StepForward Pledge sets a clear, 13-point roadmap for members to advance their environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and product transparency. For details on BPMA’s StepForward Pledge, visit: https://bpma.co.uk/sustainability/stepforward-pledge/. 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