How We Work

The world doesn’t
need more swag.

Let’s be honest. Most merch is made to be thrown away.
It’s not thought through. It ends up forgotten, unused,
or quietly working against the brand it was meant to represent.

We believe merch should do more than show up. It
should build culture. Strengthen brands. Create
connection. And drive real business impact.

That’s what merch looks like when it’s done smarter.

We exist to turn merch into a strategic advantage

Origin Brand Merch is here to change how brands think about merch.

We don’t see it as a giveaway or a last-minute add-on.
We see it as a strategic channel. One that lives in real life,
travels with people, and shows up long after a moment has passed.

When merch is built with intention, it becomes a growth tool.
A culture builder. A conversation starter.
A reason people remember your brand.

That belief drives everything we do.

Branded merchandise wall featuring speakers, T-shirts, and hats.

Born in a basement. Built by craft.
Evolved by strategy.

Our belief in smart merch didn’t appear overnight. In 1978, we started by making jerseys for local youth sports teams. What began as a commitment
to quality and pride in what athletes wear has carried us forward for more than four decades. As brands, teams and expectations evolved,
so did we. Today, Origin Brand Merch is a premium, strategy-led merch partner helping companies build culture,
strengthen brand expression, and move their business forward through merch that actually works.

Our Philosophy

Great merch has a job to do. It should feel good, look good, and work hard for your brand.
Our philosophy is simple. Create with purpose. Deliver with craft. Focus on impact.

We deliver merch that works by bringing strategy, creativity
and execution together under one roof.

Merch Strategy

Understanding goals, audiences,
and opportunities to build
merch that drives results.

Product Curation

Sourcing premium, trend forward
items your people and customers
will want to keep and use.

Design and Branding

Apparel design, product decoration,
kit design, packaging, and presentation.

Pop-Up Stores

We design, build, and manage
online pop-up stores that make it
easy for your teams or customers
to order curated merch collections.

Kitting and Assembly

Thoughtful, cohesive merch
experiences built to
surprise and delight.

Warehousing and Fulfillment

Inventory management, storage,
shipping, and seamless delivery
across teams and locations.

Merch Programs

Ongoing drops and kits that support
culture, brand building, sales
motions, and customer engagement.

Corporate Gifting

Premium, personalized gifts
for employees, customers,
partners, and events.

The people behind the work

OBM is more than a merch partner. We are a team of thinkers, builders,
strategists, and creatives who believe in building merch with purpose.

Andrea Tohlen, Sales Assistant at Origin Brand Merch.

Andrea Tohlen

Sales Assistant

Austin Knight

Fulfillment Manager

Brian Mitchell, Creative Director at Origin Brand Merch.

Brian Mitchell

Creative Director

Chad Wilson, Sales Representative at Origin Brand Merch.

Chad Wilson

Sales Representative

Chris White

Senior Account Executive

Dave McKeon, Chief Sales Officer at Origin Brand Merch.

Dave Mckeon

Chief Sales Officer

Jen Langston

Sales Assistant

Kayla Meehan, Sales Assistant at Origin Brand Merch.

Kayla Meehan

Sales Assistant

Kenadee Armstrong, Sales Assistant at Origin Brand Merch.

Kenadee Armstrong

Sales Assistant

Kevin Rosen, Director of Marketing at Origin Brand Merch.

Kevin Rosen

Director of Marketing

Lilly Parry, Sales Assistant at Origin Brand Merch.

Lilly Parry

Sales Assistant

Marc Wilson, Chief Operations Officer at Origin Brand Merch.

Marc Wilson

Chief Operations Officer

Miguel Martinez, VP of Business Development at Origin Brand Merch.

Miguel Martinez

VP of Business Development

Mitch Hatch, Chief Revenue Officer at Origin Brand Merch.

Mitch Hatch

Chief Revenue Officer

Patrice Whitfield

Product Merchandiser

Steve Harper, Chief Financial Officer at Origin Brand Merch.

Steve Harper

Chief Financial Officer

Shaun Wilson, Chief Executive Officer at Origin Brand Merch.

Shaun Wilson

Chief Executive Officer

Travis Stringam, Sales Representative at Origin Brand Merch.

Travis Stringam

Sales Representative

Great merch starts with great products.

These are the brands we trust to help deliver elevated, premium merch.

Aloha Collection logo, representing premium water-resistant bags and accessories available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Blackstone logo, representing premium outdoor griddles and cooking products available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom CamelBak drinkware and hydration products available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Greyson apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Kershaw logo, representing premium knives and cutting tools available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom NOMATIC bags and travel gear available from Origin Brand Merch
PONCHO logo, representing premium outdoor apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom The North Face apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Apple products available from Origin Brand Merch
BrüMate logo, representing premium insulated drinkware and coolers available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom Cotopaxi apparel and gear available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Ghost Golf accessories available from Origin Brand Merch
Legends logo, representing premium performance and lifestyle apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom Oakley eyewear and apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Primo products available from Origin Brand Merch
Thule logo, representing premium bags, backpacks, and travel gear available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom AS Colour apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Bose speakers and audio products available from Origin Brand Merch
CUTS logo, representing premium apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom Gucci products available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom melin hats available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Owala drinkware available from Origin Brand Merch
Rhone logo, representing premium performance apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Asher logo, representing premium golf gloves and accessories available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Buck Knives logo, representing premium knives available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Columbia logo, representing outdoor apparel and accessories available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom HydroJug drinkware available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Minky Couture blankets available from Origin Brand Merch
Custom Patagonia apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Sony logo, representing premium electronics and audio products available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
TravisMathew logo, representing premium golf and lifestyle apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Benchmade logo, representing premium knives available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom BYLT apparel available from Origin Brand Merch
Columbia logo, representing outdoor apparel and accessories available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom JBL speakers and audio products available from Origin Brand Merch
Nike products available from Origin Brand Merch
Polaroid logo, representing cameras and photography products available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Stio logo, representing premium outdoor apparel available for customization through Origin Brand Merch.
Custom YETI drinkware and coolers available from Origin Brand Merch

Your brand deserves merch that works.

Let’s build experiences that move your people and your business forward.

Start your smart merch