Why We Love RUPT

In an industry flooded with forgettable giveaways and landfill-bound merchandise, RUPT is rewriting the rules. Founded by promotional product trailblazers Jason Lucash and Mike Szymczak, RUPT isn’t just a brand—it’s a movement. With a bold commitment to sustainability, design innovation, and radical transparency, RUPT is setting a new standard for what branded merchandise can—and should—be.

A Manifesto Against the Ordinary

RUPT was born from a powerful observation: the promotional products industry needed a shake-up. Lucash and Szymczak, known for their success with Origaudio, envisioned a brand that fused avant-garde design with eco-conscious practices. Their answer? A company that transforms everyday items into bold, design-driven brand experiences—crafted from recycled materials, radiating transparency, and redefining packaging as an art form.

Sustainability at the Core

RUPT’s sustainability strategy is foundational—not an afterthought. Every product is:

Made from recycled materials: including recycled ABS plastic, stainless steel, PC, and polyester.

Carbon neutral: with a commitment to full lifecycle transparency from raw material to delivery.

Packaged with purpose: using second-life packaging that transforms into functional items like desk organizers, spice racks, clocks, and even greenhouses. These FSC-certified boxes are designed to be reused, not discarded.

This isn’t just eco-friendly—it’s eco-intelligent. RUPT’s packaging becomes part of your everyday life, extending the brand experience far beyond the unboxing.

Design That Sparks Connection

RUPT’s products are made to be used, loved, and remembered. Whether it’s a sleek water bottle, a tech accessory, or a lifestyle item, each piece is crafted with bold aesthetics and thoughtful utility. Their design-first approach ensures that branded merch isn’t just functional—it’s aspirational.

Global Reach, Local Impact

RUPT offers one-piece minimums, 48-hour turnaround, and multi-continent decoration and fulfillment, making sustainable swag accessible to brands of all sizes—from startups to global enterprises.

Partnerships That Matter

RUPT collaborates with purpose-driven brands to extend its impact:

Desk Plants: Sustainable, low-maintenance greenery in upcycled pots, designed for corporate gifting. [deskplants.com]

Swanky Badger: Personalized leather goods with a give-back program supporting children’s hospitals across the U.S.. [swankybadger.com]

Sweeter Cards: Woman-owned brand combining fair-trade chocolate and greeting cards, with inclusive employment practices and recyclable packaging. [sweetercards.com]

These partnerships amplify RUPT’s mission—turning merchandise into moments of meaning, generosity, and connection.

Why RUPT Matters Now

In a time when consumers and employees demand more from the brands they support, RUPT offers a compelling answer. Their model proves that sustainability and style are not mutually exclusive—and that branded merchandise can be a powerful tool for expressing values, building trust, and sparking joy.

Final Thoughts

RUPT isn’t just disrupting the promotional products industry—it’s redefining what it means to give. With every item, they invite brands to make a statement: we care, we innovate, we lead. For companies looking to align their merchandise with their mission, RUPT is more than a vendor—it’s a partner in progress.

*All images courtesy of RUPT