LeaderPromos Purpose-Driven 2025-2026 Impact Report

Purpose-Driven

2025-2026 Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Report(

A Message from Stephanie Leader

As we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the impact we aspire to create, I am proud to introduce

LeaderPromos' 2025 Purpose-Driven Corporate Social Responsibility Impact Report.

This report is more than a summary of initiatives and accomplishments. It reflects who we are, how we do business,

and the values that guide our decisions every day.

At LeaderPromos, we are Purpose-Driven. We believe business success and responsible leadership go hand in hand.

The strongest outcomes are achieved when growth creates value not only for our company, but also for our

employees, clients, supplier partners, and communities.

Our commitment to Conscious Promotions shapes every aspect of our business. We strive to operate responsibly and

ethically while meeting all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Across our global supply chain, we

continually seek opportunities to reduce environmental impact, strengthen transparency, and promote accountability.

From sourcing and production to distribution and end-of-life solutions, we view sustainability not as a destination, but

as an ongoing responsibility and opportunity to lead with intention.((

This report highlights the progress we have made, the lessons we have learned, and the opportunities that lie ahead.

None of this would be possible without the dedication of our employees, the partnership of our suppliers, and the

trust of our clients.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we will continue creating meaningful impactthoughtfully,

collaboratively, and with purpose.

Stephanie Leader Founder, LeaderPromos

Table of Contents

Its what on EARTH we can do"

Our Story & Committment

What We Do

How We Do It

Responsible Sourcing

Quantifying Our Social Impact

The Future in Focus

Positive Impacts: Client Success Stories

Our Story

Our Mission(

We provide Purpose-Driven Branded Merchandise while doing our part to make the world a better place.(

Our Vision(

To be THE Promotional Marketing Agency of Choice for THE Best Brands in the World.

We lead with purpose, intention, and Impact

LeaderPromos is more than a promotional merchandise distributor. We are a strategic partner that helps

organizations unify brand engagement, employee experience, and operational excellence through scalable

merchandise and marketing solutions.((

Our values guide every decision we make:

Lead(

with Care &

Confidence

Do the

Right Thing

Embrace(

Change & Grow

Eager

to Serve

Resilence

Attitude is

Everything

Our B Corp mandate and focus

OUR(

IMPACT(

AREAS

The B Corp(

Movement & Certification

A brand is much more than a logo. It is a set of core

beliefs. It is a vision. It is a promise. It engages with tone

and voice. And it is both inspired and constrained by

guiding principles that inform our actions and speech.((

B Corp certification is a designation for for-profit

companies that meet high standards of social and

environmental performance, accountability, and

transparency, verified by the nonprofit B Lab.

We are proud of the recognition we have received but we still have work to do.

While these recognitions validate our efforts, they also reinforce our

responsibility to continue improving, measuring, and leading with purpose.

EcoVadis recognizes

organizations that

demonstrate strong

sustainability

management systems

and measurable

commitments across

environmental, labor,

ethics, and

procurement practices.

Certified B

Corporations are

leaders in a global

movement advancing

an inclusive, equitable,

and regenerative

economy.

Ranked among the

Top 40 distributors

out of more than

28,000 distributors

in North America.

Ranked #20 among

the promotional

products industry's

leading companies by

Promotional Products

Association

International.

We place significant focus on supplier diversity

22%

Greater equity through meaningful partnerships

We believe supplier diversity strengthens innovation, creates opportunity, and

drives meaningful economic impact throughout the communities we serve.

22% of our expenditures are directed

toward women-owned, veteran-owned,

and minority-owned businesses.

TIER 1 (

DIVERSE SPEND

LeaderPromos is the largest

WBENC-certified and wholly

woman-owned business in the

promotional marketing industry.

TIER 2 (

DIVERSE SPEND

We actively monitor, measure,(

and report our diverse supplier

spend as part of our commitment

to accountability and continuous

improvement.

70%+

More than 70% of our workforce is made

up of women, reflecting our commitment

to diversity throughout every level of our

organization.

20+

LeaderPromos has proudly

maintained WBENC certification

for more than 20 years.

We are a proud sponsor of the WBENC National Conference,

bringing together many of the world's leading corporations and

supplier diversity advocates.((

We actively mentor and support women-owned businesses by

sharing expertise, guidance, and growth opportunities.

Proud of our partnerships

Creating meaningful impact requires strong partnerships,

shared values, and ongoing accountability.

Certifications

Certified B Corporation

Certifited WBENC

Certified QCA

Ethically Correct Certified Company

Occupartional Health and Safety 18001

ISO 140001

ISO 9001:2018

ASI

PPAI

PPAI Product Safety Aware

WBENC

CTPAT

WBEC ORV

PPAI Product Safety Aware

Womens Business Development

Networks

ASI Top 30 Distributor 2024

PPAI Top 50 Distributor 2024

EcoVadis Bronze Metal

These partnerships, certifications, and recognitions help reinforce

our commitment to responsible business practices, operational

excellence, and continuous improvement.

Recognition

What we do

We create Purpose-Driven Branded

Merchandise, employee and client engagement

solutions, brand activations, and corporate

webstore programs for enterprise organizations.(

Every solution is designed to strengthen brand

connection, elevate engagement, and create

measurable impact.

Promotional merchandise is(

a more responsible marketing channel

8x<

When measuring both effectiveness and environmental impact, promotional merchandise

continues to demonstrate strong performance compared to many traditional and digital

media channels.

Research conducted by 51toCarbonZero evaluated promotional merchandise alongside

out-of-home advertising, digital advertising, television, radio, and print media.

The findings showed that promotional merchandise delivered one of the lowest carbon

impacts among the channels evaluated while maintaining strong performance in both

impressions and brand recall.

An 8x lower carbon impact when compared to digital advertising, promotional

merchandise generated significantly lower carbon emissions while continuing(

to create meaningful brand engagement

For organizations seeking both marketing effectiveness and environmental responsibility,

branded merchandise represents a powerful and measurable solution.

Average carbon

equivalent

expended per

memorized

impression

Promotional merchandise ranked among(

the most emissions-efficient channels for

generating memorable brand impressions.

The research demonstrates that promotional

merchandise delivers strong recall while requiring

significantly less carbon expenditure per

memorized impression than many(

traditional advertising channels.

Carbon equivalent

emitted per media

campaign

Promotional merchandise generated the

second-lowest average emissions per media

campaign among the channels evaluated.

Measured in metric tons, the findings

demonstrate that branded merchandise(

can create meaningful engagement(

while maintaining a comparatively =(

low environmental footprint.

For organizations seeking measurable

marketing performance alongside

responsible business practices, this

represents a compelling advantage.

Carbon equivalent

emitted by amount

spent

Promotional merchandise ranked among

the lowest-emission channels when

measuring carbon output relative to

marketing investment.(

The study found that promotional

merchandise consistently delivers efficient

engagement while maintaining a lower

carbon impact per dollar spent than many

traditional media alternatives.

These findings reinforce the value of

integrating branded merchandise into a

broader, purpose-driven marketing strategy.

How we do it responsibly

Our approach is simple:

Whenever possible, we recommend, develop,(

and deliver products, services, and solutions(

that support both business objectives and

environmental responsibility.

From product selection and sourcing to

fulfillment and distribution, we seek opportunities

to reduce impact, increase transparency, and help

our clients make more informed decisions.

Responsibility is embedded throughout(

the entire merchandise lifecyclenot(

treated as an afterthought.

We design merchandise the same way we think about waste;(

Nothing unnecessary. Everything with purpose.

Design for(

reuse over

replacement

Our sustainability strategy focuses on reducing waste,

encouraging innovation, supporting circular solutions,

and developing customized programs that meet the

evolving needs of our clients and communities.

Our Driving Principles:

We are committed to advancing(

practical sustainability solutions that(

help organizations create positive impact

while meeting real business needs.

Our sustainability focus is on

waste reduction, innovation,

circular solutions, and

customized programs

designed to meet the

evolving needs of both our

customers and communities."

Minimize

packaging(

waste

Stephanie Leader

Encourage(

multi-use(

products

Our sustainable product curation process

Every brand is unique. Our

product curation process is

designed to align merchandise

selections with each client's

goals, values, and audience.

Step three:

We curate(

with purpose.

Guided by our

commitment to

sustainability, diversity,

equity, and inclusion, we

prioritize products made

from sustainable

materials, renewable

resources, and

responsible

manufacturing practices

whenever available.

In Addition

LABELING: Whenever possible, we provide transparency(

around materials, sourcing, and sustainability attributes

PACKAGING: Whenever possible, we recommend responsible

packaging solutions that align with sustainability goals while

maintaining product quality and presentation.

Step one:€

We begin(

with your brand.

We work within your brand

guidelines, organizational

values, and business

objectives to identify

products that authentically

reflect who you are.

Step two:€

We stay ahead(

of the market.

Our team continuously

researches consumer

trends, retail innovation,

industry insights, and

product developments to

identify relevant and

impactful merchandise

solutions.

We believe that whats good for your

brand should also be good for the planet

As expectations around sustainability, responsible production, and

material stewardship continue to evolve, we continually evaluate and

refine our sourcing, manufacturing, and product selection practices.

Conscious Promotions begins with thoughtful material choices.

Whenever possible, we prioritize products made from recycled materials,

renewable resources, responsibly sourced inputs, and materials designed

for long-term use and recovery.

At the same time, quality, functionality, and performance remain

essential considerations.((

Our goal is not simply to offer more sustainable products.

Our goal is to help clients make smarter, more responsible choices

without compromising quality or brand experience.

A key part of this commitment is supporting supplier partners that invest

in innovative materials, responsible manufacturing processes, and

programs that create positive environmental and social impact.

We provide transparency throughout the purchasing journey

Material Content & Product Labeling

Transparency is essential to responsible sourcing.

We support informed purchasing decisions by providing

visibility into product materials, manufacturing attributes,

sustainability indicators, packaging details, and online

shopping experiences whenever available.

Our commitment to transparency extends across the

merchandise lifecycle, helping clients better understand the

products they select and the impact those choices can make.

Examples include:

" Material content labeling

" Sustainability icons and certifications

" Carbon footprint indicators

" Recycled content identification

" Packaging transparency

" Product-level sustainability attributes

By making information more accessible, we help organizations

align purchasing decisions with their values and goals.

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CARBON(

NEUTRAL

We drive better choices

Every merchandise decision is an opportunity(

to create positive impact.

We encourage clients to align their brand programs with

products and solutions that support both organizational

goals and responsible business practices.

Green solutions

Reusable materials

Recycled materials

Natural materials

Ethical fabrics

Sustainable custom products

As client expectations continue to evolve, we remain committed(

to helping organizations make informed choices that support(

their people, their brands, and their sustainability objectives.

Many of the success stories featured later in this report demonstrate(

what is possible when purpose and strategy work together.