Tuesday Learning Lab: "An Inside View: Integrating commonsku with QuickBooks Online" (11/10/2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Promotional Product Distributors excel at driving sales, but managing orders and accounting behind the scenes is just as critical—even if it’s often the least favorite part of the job. While QuickBooks Online (QBO) is used by 60–80% of small to medium-sized businesses, it isn’t built specifically for the unique needs of the promotional products industry. That’s where specialized order management software comes in.

In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into one of the industry's leading order management platforms, commonsku, and explore how it connects seamlessly with QBO.

Key Takeaways:

Behind-the-Scenes Integration: See exactly how the integration works from inside the commonsku interface.
Seamless Data Flow: Learn how order details and financial data transfer directly into QBO to eliminate double entry.
Real-World Examples: Review live exports of invoices and bills moving directly from commonsku into QBO.

Presenter Bio:

Harriet Gatter is an independent consultant dedicated to helping Promotional Product Distributors streamline their back-office operations. A former distributor and accounting professor, Harriet sold her business in 2013 to become a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and found Accounting Support, LLC. Her mission is to provide distributors with practical, affordable solutions that integrate QuickBooks with industry-specific order management systems. She brings deep software expertise across QuickBooks, commonsku, SAGE Workplace, ProfitMaker, and OrderMaster.

Wild Wednesday Webinar: "Generating Recurring Revenue through Stores, featuring Matt Parisi, SAGE" (11/18/2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

As we progress towards a more digital world, end-users are looking for easier and more efficient ways to shop, especially online. Join Matt Parisi from SAGE for a deep dive into online stores, including best practices, practical examples, and common pitfalls distributors may face.

Learning Outcomes:

Setup: Learn what questions to ask your customers to determine the right store setup and what to consider internally to ensure expectations are aligned from the start.
Approaches: Explore key considerations such as payment options, product selection, branding and design, and logistics.

About the Presenter

Matt Parisi is the new Corporate Programs Manager at SAGE as of 2026! He has five years of experience in the promo industry working with SAGE as a Distributor Account Advisor in his previous role. After growing up in Fayetteville, Arkansas, he graduated from Texas A&M and currently resides in Houston, Texas.

Gold Coast Promotional Products Association upcoming events

Tuesday Learning Lab: "An Inside View: Integrating commonsku with QuickBooks Online" (11/10/2026)

Wild Wednesday Webinar: "Generating Recurring Revenue through Stores, featuring Matt Parisi, SAGE" (11/18/2026)