P&I Postscripts

HYATT HOTELS CORP.: has rolled out Hyatt Gift Cards, which can be used toward overnight stays and hotel services, including spa treatments, golf and restaurants. The gift card, which launched last week, can be loaded with up to $500. Starting today, Hyatt Gift Cards will be available for purchase online at Hyatt.com.

PETER PIPER PIZZA: is out with a new gift card program at participating restaurants in Arizona, San Diego and Los Angeles. The electronic cards can be reloaded at any time. The gift cards are available in nearly 40 restaurants, and may be purchased online at Peterpiperpizza.com. The company plans to extend the program chain wide in early 2006.

THE PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL: has reached 7,000 member companies, the highest in its history. This represents a 22% increase in three years, PPAI said.