About Us
Branded Merchandise That Builds Businesses And Changes Lives.
Why Choose Social Imprints?
Since 2008, Social Imprints has been the trusted partner for custom branded merchandise and promotional swag solutions for top tech companies and corporate brands. We’re more than just a corporate swag vendor — we are a mission-driven brand merchandising company that delivers sustainable promotional products while creating second-chance employment opportunities.
Why Choose Social Imprints?
The Merch Partner of Silicon Valley: We create custom promotional products and company swag for some of the biggest tech companies in the world.
Full-Service Branding Solutions: From screen-printed apparel and corporate swag boxes to custom employee gifts, e-commerce stores, live printing, and kitting and fulfillment services – we handle it all in-house.
Eco-Friendly & Socially Responsible Swag: Choose from the industry’s widest range of sustainable swag ideas, including products made by refugee-run, minority-owned, and green-certified vendors.
Global Fulfillment & Logistics: Our international distribution and fulfillment services ensure your branded merch reaches employees and customers around the world.
Certified Fair Chance Employer: We proudly hire and support individuals overcoming barriers such as addiction recovery and incarceration, offering high-paying jobs and a pathway to stability.
Enterprise-Grade Data Security: We are SOC 2 certified, ensuring your e-commerce swag store and customer data remain secure and compliant.
At Social Imprints, our mission is simple: to deliver the best corporate swag and promotional merchandise — while creating positive social impact. Partner with us for your next employee recognition program, trade show, or corporate gifting campaign.
case studies
Real Results. See Our Work In Action.
asana
Employee Web Store + Tradeshow Swag
Asana needed swag that reflected their values – sustainability, empowerment, and creativity – for both internal employee use and external brand visibility.
- Curated a collection of eco-friendly, low-waste products
- Sourced exclusively from socially responsible manufacturers
- Blended on-brand design with planet-first materials
- Managed fulfillment for their internal web store and events
By combining environmental responsibility with personality, we proved that sustainable doesn’t have to be boring, and that branded merch can align with a brand’s deeper mission.
dropbox
Tech | Long-Term Strategic Partnership
As Social Imprints’ very first tech client, Dropbox needed a vendor who could grow with them: from simple orders to complex, branded experiences.
- Delivered onboarding kits, event swag, marketing materials, and more
- Supported everything from live printing activations to a branded T-shirt museum
- Built a relationship that evolved alongside Dropbox’s brand
Our partnership with Dropbox proves that great merchandise is built on trust, creativity, and real relationships.
Our History
2000 – The First Seeds Are Planted
Jeff Sheinbein, leading a nonprofit printing company that employs recovering addicts and the formerly homeless, hires Kevin McCracken as an admin assistant. Kevin’s drive and work ethic make him an invaluable team member.
2008 – Investors Circle Conference
Social Imprints wins a nationwide business plan competition, earning the opportunity to present to top angel investors.
2009 – Social Imprints Is Born
Jeff and Kevin officially launch Social Imprints, determined to build a company that delivers premium merchandise while creating life-changing careers. Social Imprints wins San Francisco Magazine's "start Up of The Year" Award
2013 – The Tech Industry Takes Notice
Social Imprints becomes the go-to print partner for Silicon Valley’s elite firms. Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Bloomberg Business Week
2015 – Growth & Expansion
A move to a 10,000 sq. ft. facility in San Francisco’s high-tech SOMA district marks a new chapter of growth.
2016 – The Printmobile Revolution
Social Imprints wins Fast Company & Mercedes-Benz’s “Drive Your Business Forward” Contest, securing a fully loaded Printmobile for on-the-go printing experiences.
2017 – Going Global
Through strategic partnerships, Social Imprints begins offering promotional products and logistics services across North America, Europe, and Asia.
2019 – Doubling Down on Growth
We relocate to a 20,000 sq. ft. facility in San Francisco’s Bayview district.
2020 – Adapting to a Changing World
The COVID-19 pandemic reshapes our industry – but Social Imprints evolves and innovates to meet new demands by creating one of the industries largest technology divisions- e Stores, Gifting portals and external stores.
2021 – A Record-Breaking Year
Social Imprints bounces back stronger, hitting new business milestones and one of our best years to date.
2022 – The Best Year Yet
We achieve our highest growth ever and commit to expanding our Workforce Development Program to create more jobs.
2023 – The Next Level
We launch industry-leading sustainability initiatives, set the standard for data security, and continue our global expansion.
2025- A Fresh New Look
We are now SOC II certified!! We are launching our new branding, Website and updated technology department. More to come!
What’s next? Building a future where business and social good go hand in hand.
For Over 16 Years, We’ve Worked With Silicon Valley’s Biggest Names