Sonya Beam Receives MAS Certification

Sonya Beam Receives MAS Certification

Sonya Beam recently received the Master Advertising Specialist (MAS) designation.  Beam achieved certification through 250 hours of education credits, 10+ years experience, industry service and two certification examinations administered by Promotional Products Association International. Individuals with MAS certification designation are recognized as industry leaders who have  attained a superior standard of professionalism, knowledge and experience.  MAS can only be achieved by first obtaining a CAS (Certified Advertising Specialist) designation, which Beam achieved February 2008.  “These individuals are committed to professional success. Making the commitment to pursue MAS is a benchmark of the effort individuals are willing to make to ensure their future business success and the overall professionalism of the industry,” said Steve Slagle, CAE, PPAI president and CEO.

Only 1800 industry professionals hold a CAS or MAS designation, which is less than 2% of the entire industry.  Geiger, The POP Shop’s parent company, claims approximately 10% of the CAS/MAS Designations through their associates and independent sales partners.  This is the most of any one company in the industry, using education to strengthen their ability to serve clients with strong industry knowledge, as well as service, quality and buying power.