Innovative Strengthens Branded Solutions Category with Strategic Addition

Promotional Products Industry Veteran Joins to Deepen Branded Merchandise Expertise Across Innovative’s Upper Midwest Client Base

Twin Cities, MN — August 2026 — Innovative, one of the Midwest’s leading independent workplace solutions providers and part of the Facilisgroup, has welcomed promotional product industry veteran Nick Augustine as a Branded Solutions Category Specialist. In this role, Nick will partner with Innovative’s sales team and clients to expand branded merchandise opportunities across existing customer relationships. This addition reflects Innovative’s continued investment in expanding its Branded Solutions capabilities throughout the Upper Midwest.

Nick brings a background rooted in both the supplier side of the promotional products industry and distributor business operations. Having built strong partnerships throughout the industry, he brings a collaborative approach to category strategy, vendor relationships, and client solutions. That experience informs his ability to develop the frameworks that drive promotional product growth while delivering impactful brand messaging for end-user clients.

“What excites me most is helping clients discover the full value of partnering with Innovative,” said Nick. “Branded merchandise isn’t a separate conversation; it’s another way we help organizations strengthen their brands. When clients can source through one trusted partner, the experience is simpler, more strategic, and ultimately more valuable.”

Through Innovative’s participation in the Facilisgroup network, Nick will leverage preferred supplier relationships, marketing programs, and industry-leading technology platforms to bring best-in-class branded solutions to clients across Innovative’s Upper Midwest footprint. Nick can be reached at nick.augustine@innovativeos.com or 612-895-7952

About Innovative Office Solutions

Innovative is a forward-thinking, women-founded workplace partner, helping organizations equip, inspire, and support the environments where people do their best work. Through our comprehensive solutions, including Furniture and Design, Technology, Lighting, Branded Solutions, Janitorial and Sanitation, Safety and Industrial, and Workplace Essentials, Innovative brings together the products, expertise, and service you need from one trusted partner. With personalized support, we simplify operations, solve complex workplace challenges, and help organizations create spaces where people can thrive. Guided by our belief that Relationships Matter, we’re committed to delivering Real People. Real Service. Real Solutions.