PLI Awarded 2023 RGCA Company of the Year
Dallas, TX – October 10, 2023 – PLI was presented with the prestigious 2023 RGCA Company of the Year award by RGCA President and Director of Disney Gift Card Services and Co-branded Credit Card at The Walt Disney Company, Pete Davison, during the 2023 RGCA Forum western theme event last night.
PLI was nominated by the membership base and selected by the Executive Board of Directors for their significant contributions and involvement in the gift card industry as well as RGCA. The competitive landscape for this award included brands and supporting members.
This honor recognizes the strong engagement of PLI team members, including Stephanie Schneider-Thompson, VP of Business Development, who has recently been elected as co-chair of the RGCA Membership Committee and is also the newest Board of Directors member for the new term.
PLI is excited to continue with their commitment as an integral partner, leader, and expert in the ever-evolving gift card industry and RGCA organization by paving the way with innovative solutions, quality products and service, and engaged support.
About PLI Card Marketing Solutions
PLI is the largest Closed Loop Gift, Loyalty, and Hospitality card manufacturer in North America. PLI has been in business for over 30 years, specializing in end-to-end card marketing solutions including card production, design, packaging, displays, consulting, and fulfillment services and capabilities. PLI has three manufacturing facility locations including two in Las Vegas, NV, and one in Asheville, NC.
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Las Vegas, NV – September 10, 2025 – PLI today announced that Chief Financial Officer Perry Morgan will retire effective November 21, 2025. Morgan has served as CFO since 2021, building a strong finance organization and contributing to the company’s growth and success well beyond the finance function.
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Las Vegas, NV – September 10, 2025 – PLI today announced that Leeton Lee, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, will retire effective December 31, 2025, after more than four years of service with the company.
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Asheville, NC – September 2, 2025 - PLI is excited to announce an important new addition to the HEAT division: Phil Traywick will be joining us as Vice President of Sales for HEAT, effective Tuesday, September 2. Phil will report directly to our CEO, Mark McEachen and be based in Asheville, NC.
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Asheville, NC – July 28th, 2025 - PLI is excited to announce an important new addition to the HEAT division: Matt Pegg joined us as Director of Sales, reporting directly to our VP of Sales for HEAT. Matt brings a strong background in leadership and sales within the hospitality and event sectors. He will be onsite, working closely with the sales team, and operations.
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PLI’s Stephanie Thompson Elected to RGCA Board of Directors
Las Vegas, NV – September 17, 2025 – PLI is proud to announce that Stephanie Thompson, VP of Business Development, has been elected to the Retail Gift Card Association (RGCA) Board of Directors! The RGCA is the premier organization for the gift card industry, made up of retailers, vendors, and industry experts who are passionate about promoting best practices, driving innovation, and ensuring the long-term success of the gift card space. | 17 Sep 2025
PLI Welcomes Shawn Howard to Strategic G&L Team
Las Vegas, NV – September 16, 2025 – PLI is excited to announce a new addition to the Strategic G&L team. Shawn will report to Mary Parks and will be Director of Strategic Sales. With more than 18 years of experience in enterprise sales, business development, and corporate marketing, Shawn Howard is a proven leader in driving substantial growth and innovation. | 16 Sep 2025
Celebrating Our Greatest Asset: The PLI Family
Las Vegas, NV - September 11, 2025 – What makes a company truly exceptional? At PLI, the answer is simple: our employees. Behind every breakthrough, milestone, and success story is our PLI family—an extraordinary group of individuals who bring passion, creativity, and dedication to work every single day. | 12 Sep 2025
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Las Vegas, NV – September 10, 2025 – PLI today announced that Chief Financial Officer Perry Morgan will retire effective November 21, 2025. Morgan has served as CFO since 2021, building a strong finance organization and contributing to the company’s growth and success well beyond the finance function. | 10 Sep 2025
PLI Announces Retirement of Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Leeton Lee
Las Vegas, NV – September 10, 2025 – PLI today announced that Leeton Lee, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, will retire effective December 31, 2025, after more than four years of service with the company. | 10 Sep 2025
PLI Marketing Organizational Announcement
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PLI HEAT Organizational Announcement
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Asheville, NC – July 28th, 2025 - PLI is excited to announce an important new addition to the HEAT division: Matt Pegg joined us as Director of Sales, reporting directly to our VP of Sales for HEAT. Matt brings a strong background in leadership and sales within the hospitality and event sectors. He will be onsite, working closely with the sales team, and operations. | 9 Sep 2025