Hi everybody! It was exactly one-half century ago today that ASI's President and CEO Tim Andrews was just an adorable newborn. So let me start by saying "Happy Birthday," Tim. You will always be "more mature" than me and grayer than me (as long as my hair stylist is in business), and you'll always be adorable. Enjoy your fun in Argentina! In honor of Tim's birthday and Valentine's Day tomorrow, I am making this my all-hearts edition (and these products are not just for V-Day). Enjoy! And send your feedback directly to me at: khuston@asicentral.com. It may be published in a future issue of Advantages magazine. For free information on products featured in Advantages, click here: www.advantagesinfo.com.
– Kathy Huston, editor

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The Joe Show: Get A Grip
In this episode of The Joe Show, Managing Editor Joe Haley highlights five new products that'll help you offer clients more creative ideas. Need an especially cool item for an upcoming party or gala? Always on the lookout for the latest iPad accessories? Already planning for corporate golf outings in the spring? Check out the video.

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Swell Swivel
The Pitch: Here's a fun twist on your usual purse hanger (you know, those metal hooks that hold your bag off the germy, dirty floor and on top of the table?). It's a heart-shape swivel hanger from EMT (asi/52263). It's great for restaurants, retailers and more. It makes a cute purse-strap accessory when closed too. It includes a full-color custom imprint epoxy dome. Pricing starts at: 50; $6.60. See it here: http://www.emteasy.com.
The Bottom Line: Let's hang on.

Some Comfort
The Pitch: Years ago, when I had my appendix removed, I remember some of my editorial co-workers visited with a very silly handmade card. I couldn't help but laugh, and let me tell you, that hurt! Well, if you are searching for a product to pitch to healthcare clients and hospitals, Prominent Concepts (asi/79895) offers a heart-shaped post-surgical "coughing pillow." Patients are supposed to hold it against the incision site to ease the pain. For pricing and other information, call: 860-648-0408.
The Bottom Line: Hold on tight.

Hubba, Hubba
The Pitch: Points of Light (asi/78825) has a new addition to their ever-expanding line of Goofy pens. Squeeze the head of this particular goofy-looking guy, and his heart pops out. It's very cute and just right for any number of promotions. Pricing starts at: 100; $1.94. Check him out: http://www.polpromo.com/.
The Bottom Line: Heart-popping detail.

Attack Watch
The Pitch: And now for something more serious: If you feel anxiety, nervousness and/or cold/sweaty skin, call 9-1-1. That's one of the symptoms/warnings of a heart attack on this Info Magnet from The Magnet Group (asi/68507). This should be on every refrigerator and you can get it for as low as 17 cents. See it here: http://www.magnetllc.com.
The Bottom Line: To your health!