Founded in 1993 by Ava DeMarco and Rob Brandegee, Little Earth Productions makes licensed fashion accessories and apparel for professional and college sports teams. The Pittsburgh-based company grew from a home business producing accessories from recycled materials and is known for manufacturing the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Terrible Towel.
KnotzlandFounded in Pittsburgh in 2015 by Nisha Blackwell, Knotzland makes handmade fashion accessories from reclaimed and rescued textiles. Its locally crafted, one-of-a-kind bow ties extend the life of discarded fabrics, with production supported by a regional network of sewists and designers.PITTSBURGH, PA
Philly Express AthleticsA South Philadelphia institution, Philly Express Athletics grew from Frank Ristagno’s one-room tailoring shop, founded in 1976, into a second-generation apparel manufacturer. Since Michael Ristagno took over in 1996, the company has become known for custom hockey jerseys made in Philadelphia for teams ranging from local professionals to organizations overseas. Its staff also provides on-site customization for team apparel.PHILADELPHIA, PA
Party Animal, IncSince 1989, Party Animal, Inc. has made officially licensed sports collectibles and fan gear that turn team spirit into something fans can hold, display, and share. The Westlake company is best known for its playful TeenyMates and SqueezyMates figures, while its products also bring team pride to tailgates and homes through partnerships with major professional and college sports organizations.WESTLAKE, OH
K&B OutfittersEstablished in 1985 as Signature Flags, K&B Outfitters provides professional appliqué and personalized services to wholesale and retail customers from Ambridge, Pennsylvania. It supplies sporting apparel and customized appliqué to the Tri-State area, and describes itself as a large supplier of uniforms and apparel to area hockey teams.AMBRIDGE, PA