Episode 20 :Early in her printing career, there was a time when Joselyn Santiago was planning on telling her boss that she would soon be leaving Black Knight Press. But he had other plans for her. Now, after 18 years, Joselyn is the new owner of this Collierville, TN printing company. Listen as Joselyn describes her fears and opportunities as she embarks on this new journey.

Learn more about Black Knight Press here: https://bkpress.com/

Episode 19 :Ever wondered what magic happens when you bring Nathaniel Grant (GAM), Kevin Hebert (St. Charles Printing/FASTSIGNS), Paul Strack (CustomXM) and Sarah Barr (Konhaus Print & Marketing) together live in a podcast studio in North Little Rock, Arkansas? Tune in and join the fun as we press play on the upcoming 2025 NPSOA Owner’s Conference through the vibrant perspectives of the Planning Committee. In this episode, we spill the peaches on the Closing Party location and unveil our inaugural Community Service Project.

You won’t want to miss it! This conference will be LIT.

Episode 18 :Have you ever considered the idea of leaving the world of print sales behind? Surely many of us have. In this episode, we listen to the story of Lemay Sanchez, Co-Founder and CEO of Plan Prophet. After 20 plus years of selling print, Lemay is now selling to Printers. Join us as we hear some common traits that software sales and print sales share. And more importantly, listen as Lemay explains how technology will continue to rapidly affect both.

Episode 17 :How does experience working in a coffee shop prepare you for success as an owner of a printing company?

As Lacy Evrard, owner of Peacock Printing in Mt. Vernon, IL explains, it all begins with customer service. Listen as Lacy, a third-generation owner, tells her story of her recent rebranding and new role at Peacock. Learn more about Peacock Printing at https://www.peacockprinting.com/

Episode 16 : After spending more than a decade teaching High School AP Science, Jessica Kuehn decided it was time for a career change. Listen as Jessica shares her story of why she decided to leave teaching, but is continuing her career as an educator, and more, at Kuehn Printing. Learn more about Kuehn Printing here:: https://www.kuehnprinting.com/

Episode 15 : We’re back! After a brief hiatus, our Forty Under 0:40:00 returns for the 2nd half of our season. In this episode, we hear from Ryan Kuehn, president of Kuehn Printing in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Listen as Ryan shares how he became part of the family business, in spite of it not being his first choice. Learn how running a printing operation is, in many ways, like managing equipment for a Division 1 college football program! Learn more about Kuehn Printing here: https://www.kuehnprinting.com/

Episode 14 : In this episode, our guest has nearly a decade of experience in the industry. And yet, he is only 25 years old.  Austin Martin of CopyQuik in Hagerstown, MD began his career with his family business at the age of 16. Listen and learn how his vocation has evolved over the years, and hear his take on the future of our industry. Learn more about Copyquik here: https://www.hasslefreeprinting.com/

Episode 13 : How many times a week do you encounter printing “emergencies?” In this episode, we hear the unique perspective of a former ICU nurse turned business owner. As Cassie Bailey describes it, “at least with printing emergencies, no one ends up dying.” In addition to being a new business owner, Cassie is also celebrating her first year of marriage and motherhood. Learn more about Printing Image here: https://www.printingimage.com/

Episode 12 : Does gender bias exist in the printing industry? In this episode we speak with three industry veterans who share their experiences on this topic. Sarah Barr, Michelle Lackey Maynor and Samantha Lake join us to discuss their first-hand encounters and provide tips on how improvements in this area can be made.

Episode 11 : Jesse Safir : Imagine being a young, successful member of a private investment firm working in the heart of New York City. Then imagine you decide to expand your entrepreneurial spirit further. So you purchase a printing company. And imagine that you do this 9 months prior to the pandemic shutting down your entire city. In this episode, you don’t have to imagine any of this. Listen as Jesse Safir tells his story of perseverance and determination and is now the owner of ABG Print in NYC. Learn more about ABG Print here: https://abgprint.com/

Episode 10 : Francesca Colasanto of DocuPrintnow in New Haven, CT knew from a very young age that she would some day take ownership of her family’s printing business. However, in this episode, we learn how this came about much earlier than anticipated due to the passing of Francesca’s father in 2020. Listen as Francesca describes how she continues to deal with this heartbreak while at the same time rises to the challenges of business ownership.  Learn more about DocuPrintnow at https://www.docuprintnow.com/

Episode 9 : The Very Special Thanksgiving Podcast : Is it stuffing or dressing? What exactly is cranberry sauce? These hot topics and more are discussed during this entertaining episode. Eight of our previous podcasts guest join us from around the country to talk about their favorite (and not so favorite) Thanksgiving traditions. Listen and enjoy what is sure to be a holiday classic!

Featuring Special Appearances By : Sarah Barr • Chelsie Schmid • Jeremiah Schmid • Marni Smith • Chris Gardner • Wilson Howe • Janel Thomas • Brianne Garner

Happy Thanksgiving!

Episode 8 : Janel and Kurt Thomas : One began as a graphic designer and one has a background in machining. Today, Janel & Kurt Thomas are the proud owners of PNCC in Elko, NV. Listen in as we discuss gold mining, Mormon crickets and all things print! Learn more about Janel, Kurt and PNCC here: https://pnccelko.com/

Episode 7 : Chris Gardner : While Chris has grown up in the printing business, he’s technically not working in it. But even as a process engineer for Microsoft, Chris offers insight to his father, David Gardner and Boyd’s Direct on how to improve efficiencies and profits. Listen as Chris explains his role as VP of BS for Boyd’s Direct.

Episode 6 : Wilson Howe : While not involved in print company ownership, Wilson is definitely a rising star in our industry as he has gone from intern to Asst. Product Manager in 4 short years. Konica Minolta is a proud sponsor of this podcast. Learn more at KonicaMinolta.us.

Episode 5 : Brianne Garner : With its beginnings as a local storage unit facility, The Print Biz has grown to a full-service print and sign business in Fruitland, Idaho. Ind Episode 5 of Forty under 40:00, Brianne tells how a former teacher and dancer is now fully involved in  her family business.

Episode 4 : Chelsie Schmid : After spending over 18 years working nearly every piece of equipment at IntegriPrint, Chelsie Schmid became its owner a little over a year ago. Listen as she takes us on her journey, conquering her biggest fears, while balancing an active family life. All while carrying on the traditions of its founder, Jackie Wurm. Learn more about IntegriPrint and Chelsie by visiting https://integriprint.com/

Episode 3 : Jeremiah Schmid : During this episode we talk with Jeremiah Schmid, marketing manager for IntegriPrint in Buffalo, MN. Listen as Jeremiah discuss how content creation, social media and even AI can impact a printing business. And you’ll enjoy how Jeremiah describes his work/life balance with his boss, and wife, IntegriPrint owner, Chelsie Schmid. Visit https://integriprint.com/ to learn more about Jeremiah and IntegriPrint.

Episode 2 : Marni Smith : In this episode, we talk with Marni Smith of Curry Printing and Copy Center in Baltimore, MD. While her educational journey included Political Science and Art History, Marni is now in business development for Curry Printing. In this role, Marni explains she doesn’t really sell printing, she sells knowledge!

Learn more about Marni and Curry Printing by visiting their website at https://curryprint.com/.

Episode 1 : Sarah Barr : Join us as we talk with Sarah Barr, owner of Konhaus Print and Marketing. Listen as Sarah takes us on her journey from team member to eventual owner of her own company. To learn more about Sarah and Konhaus Print and Marketing, visit https://konhaus.com/.

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