Our Partners

After graduating from Wharton and getting a job as a financial analyst, Eric was searching for something that he was passionate about. In August of 1992, he took a cruise to the British Virgin Islands. While aboard a boat on the Caribbean Sea, he experienced a severe case of seasickness and was forced to stay on land for a few days to recover. He came across a small screen-printing shop while exploring St. Thomas.

He went inside and met the owners, who were in their early twenties just like him. After getting a tour and seeing how it all worked, Eric was intrigued and wanted in. He spent the rest of his vacation selling shirts from the screen-printing company to tourists on the cruise ship docks. After learning the tricks of the trade from his new friends, he was inspired to start his own business back home in Charlotte, NC.

Action Plus Ideas provides companies with branded merchandise and apparel. Located in Charlotte NC, we have proudly served the community and beyond for over 30 years. API is well known for our exceptional service, high-quality products, and on-time delivery.

We excel by building long-term relationships with clients. Many customers have worked with us since our beginning in 1992. API’s continued success speaks to our consistency and dependability in terms of service and commitment to our corporate partners.

Our many years as a leading promotional products distributor allow us to give back to the community we have been working with for so long. Action Plus Ideas is incredibly honored to be able to give back to Charlotte and beyond.