Building Your T-shirt Empire

We've just wrapped up an amazing recording discussing the merger of Inksoft and Printavo, two bigwigs of the garment printing software industry. Our guest, Craig Mertens, offered some brilliant insights on how these platforms are set to enhance the user experience.Even more so, Craig broke down the way these platforms can streamline the value chain, taking us from the birth of an idea to the final order. But that's not all. He made a compelling case for the importance of e-commerce for businesses today, urging businesses not to sit around waiting for orders, but to actively and effectively seek them out.Sounds interesting, right? If you're keen to learn more, sign up for their Decorator Academy. Come on in and have a listen! This is sure to be an episode you won't want to miss. #screenprinting #shopmanagementsoftware #printavo#inktavoGuest's Info Craig Mertens - Director of Product Education Business: InktavoBusiness Website: https://www.inktavo.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-mertens/ Cole L

"It was a brutal turnover!.. says Kimarie Hunt, the co-owner of custom apparel brand Clockwork Screen Print & Embroidery, as she talks about her journey of taking over a closing print shop and transforming it into a profitable enterprise with little to no experience in screen printing. Kimarie elaborates on the critical strategies she employed to make her enterprise stand out in a saturated market, including choosing cost-effective items to print on and a retail-centric business model. She also highlights the significance of understanding their customer base and engaging with them positively. Check out this episode full of invaluable advice, insights, and takeaways for anyone planning to penetrate the custom clothing industry.Note: Sorry about the audio.  The recording has audio glitches that we could not restore. #screenprintingshop #businesstips #screenprinting Guest's Info Kimarie HuntBusiness: Clockwork Screen Printing & Embroidery  Business Website: http://clockworkscreenprinting.com/ LinkedIn: h

“We don’t do drama…” Culture Studio’s CEO Rich Santo shared his straightforward management style where grit, attitude, and culture fit are more important than skills in his team. When it comes to his team, Rich's all about giving his skilled team members the reins and not micromanaging them.In this episode, Rich also discussed the company's heavy investment in their own API, and their effective use of automation, plus they're super into making sure their customers can personalize their products.Truly an episode you wouldn’t want to pass.#screenprinting #API #workculture #culturestudio #management #business------ Guest's InfoRich Santo - CEO of Culture Studio Website: https://culturestudio.net/Rich Santo's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-santo-901a714/ Cole Lundstrom Contact InfoBusiness: Shirt Agency Screen Printing - Los Angeles, CaliforniaBusiness Website:  www.shirtagency.comCole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colel/Cole's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-lundstrom-866b004a/Bu

Get ready to hang out with us in this super cool episode with the guys from Next Level Apparel, one of the biggest names in the blank apparel industry. Eric, Michael, and Brian are in the studio, dishing out the insider scoop on their company's amazing transformation from a retail brand to a wholesale giant.They're letting us in on their secret sauce - total control over their supply chain, which makes their products top-class. Discover their unwavering commitment to sustainable practices as they boldly address the future landscape of the apparel industry.So, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like in the apparel industry, here's your golden ticket! Trust us, you don't want to miss this!Guests' Contact InfoCompany: Next Level Apparel - https://www.nextlevelapparel.com/ Michael Alexander- President Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelevanalexander Eric Simsolo – VP, Business DevelopmentLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-simsolo-745a7656 Brian Gulino - Senior Account Executive  LinkedIn: https:/

In this illuminating episode of the Tshirt Empire, we are thrilled to have Marshall Atkinson as our special guest. Marshall is a well-recognized figure famed for his numerous contributions to Atkinson Consulting and involvement in many other impressive projects.The conversation navigates through an assortment of vital topics, such as the importance of clarity in managing employees, managing customer loss, and the risks of relying on a single client.Marshall shares a useful strategy called the 'Four Sheets of Paper Approach'. He also gives great advice on how to recognize your perfect customer. Plus, we talk about the 'Rule of Four with Halftones' and the cool idea of using 'Mid-Journey for Artwork Creation'. Join us in this episode packed with insightful tips and ideas! Marshall Atkinson's Contact InfoMarshall Atkinson Business: Atkinson Consulting Business Website: https://atkinsontshirt.com/ Marshall's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marshallatk... Cole Lundstrom Contact InfoBusiness: Shirt Agency Scre

Ever wondered how community and collaboration can shape an industry? Join our extra fun episode with Christy and Jeremy from the Last Call for Plastisol Podcast. These two rockstars draw on their experiences in their shop, creating awesome collabs with other screen printers, podcasting, and all things screen printing.This episode sees them sharing their journey and how their unique idea of fostering community over competition is shaping the screen printing world. They also give a cool lowdown on using AI tech to streamline their podcast and shop tasks.Christy and Jeremy share top tips on how screen printers can boost growth collectively. Jam-packed with industry insights, the power of working together, and a peek into the tech future of screen printing - this is a must-watch episode! #screenprinting #collab #networking #screenprintingshop Christy and Jeremy Contact Info - Last Call for PlastisolWebsite: https://www.lastcallforplastisol.com/Hosts:Christy Rossi: Snatch And Run Screen Printing Website: https://w

Join us in this exciting episode as we dive into the world of high-volume shipping with the expert himself—Cole Pinder from OC3PL! Discover how big companies ship thousands and thousands of T-Shirts daily.Whether you're a screen printing enthusiast or an entrepreneur looking for effective shipping partners, this episode is loaded with priceless insights. We go behind the scenes of what it's like to be a large-scale screen-printer. It's an eye-opening conversation you don't want to miss!Watch this episode now and take your business to the next level with our top-notch shipping tips and tricks.Watch this Episode: https://youtu.be/0uTzEdivkqQ  Cole Pinder Contact InfoFounder/ President of Orange County 3PL  Business Website: https://www.oc3pl.com/ Cole's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-pinder-29516739/ Cole Lundstrom Contact InfoBusiness: Shirt Agency Screen Printing - Los Angeles, CaliforniaBusiness Website:  www.shirtagency.comCole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colel/Cole's LinkedIn: https

Dive into this thought-provoking episode where Bruce Ackerman, Founder of Printavo, unveils compelling data, providing a detailed inside look at print shop operations. Derived from Printavo’s internal statistics on shop sales, this groundbreaking data promises to offer valuable insights.Check out Printavo's Open Data: https://printavo-data-dashboard.herokuapp.com/public/dashboard/fc02d954-6161-45a8-9b78-b0a388b3c23b Wondering how successful entrepreneurs build their empires and plan their exits? Bruce Ackerman takes us through his unique journey of creating, growing, and successfully exiting a company. This enlightening discussion is packed with exclusive knowledge tailored for T-shirt printing and print shop business owners, offering an unprecedented peek into the strategies that prove successful in the industry.Don’t miss out on this inspiring and informative conversation that’s set to revolutionize your approach to business!Watch this Episode:  https://youtu.be/KvZTGJOb1sA Bruce Ackerman Contact InfoBusine

In this episode, we had an interesting talk with the industry legend Ryan Moor.  We got to learn a little about his current projects, the state of the industry, and what he thinks the industry will look like in the next couple of months of the year going forward. It was an amazing conversation. Discover how data analysis can revolutionize your business and gain invaluable insights. Don't miss out on this captivating episode! Ryan Moor Contact InformationBusiness: MadeLab , Ryonet Business Website:  https://www.ryonet.com/https://madelab.io/ LinkedIn:  Ryan Moor - Founder of Ryonet + Allmade, Partner @ MADE Labhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanmoor/  Cole Lundstrom Contact InfoBusiness: Shirt Agency Screen Printing - Los Angeles, CaliforniaBusiness Website:  www.shirtagency.comCole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colel/Cole's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-lundstrom-866b004a/Building your T-Shirt Empire Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-your-t-shirt-empire/id1079078977Gav

Join us for an engaging conversation with Ross, President of ROQ.US and a seasoned expert in the t-shirt printing industry. Listen in as he candidly reveals the latest advancements in t-shirt printing equipment, breaking down barriers and making automation more accessible than ever.Discover how they're bringing down the prices of high-end automated machines, allowing mid-level shops to achieve remarkable output numbers without breaking the bank. Get ready to be inspired and equipped with the knowledge to take your screen printing business to new heights. Don't forget to like and subscribe as we dive into this exciting conversation! Let's dive in!Ross Hunter’s Contact Information Business: ROQ.USBusiness Website:  https://www.roq.us/ LinkedIn: Ross Hunter – President of ROQ.US https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-hunter-3b959827/ Cole Lundstrom Contact InfoBusiness: Shirt Agency Screen Printing - Los Angeles, CaliforniaBusiness Website:  www.shirtagency.com Cole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colel/ Cole's

Join us in this fantastic episode as we delve into the inspiring story of SupaColor, a rapidly growing company that has taken the industry by storm. Our special guests, Rum and Mike, the dynamic duo behind SupaColor, share their incredible journey of scaling their business and navigating through uncharted territory.Tune in as we uncover the fascinating details of Supacolor's journey and learn how embracing the unexpected and doing whatever it takes can lead to phenomenal success. Rum and Mike open up about their experiences and offer valuable insights on how they managed to handle the incredible scale of their operation.Join our community of curious minds and never miss an episode - subscribe to our YouTube channel and podcast today!Rum Walia and Mike Modgill Contact InformationBusiness: SupacolorBusiness Website:  https://www.supacolor.com/ LinkedIn: Mike Modgill - Supacolour CEO - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemodgill/?originalSubdomain=nz Rum Walia – President of SupaColor https://www.linkedin.com/in/rum

An intriguing episode of this series, this episode offers listeners an opportunity to learn from the experiences of Jared Grier. As the proprietor of Press Coverage Custom T-Shirts, Grier narrates the obstacles he has encountered in his journey within the print industry.In a deep dive into the often challenging beginnings of attracting clientele and the complex operations of managing a print shop, this episode touches on the myriad issues that small screen printing businesses often face. This valuable content is beneficial for newcomers to screen printing, as well as established shops aiming for expansion. The episode is full of actionable strategies and insights that can potentially revolutionize your business.Want to know more about our guests? Here's some contact information:- Jared Grier: Owner of Press Coverage Custom T-shirt Business. Find more about his business on his [website](https://www.mplsscreenprinting.com/) and connect with him on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-grier-21aab446/).-

In this episode, we sat down with sales and strategy expert Kevin Baumgart, who has transformed countless screen printing businesses with his sales and shop management techniques. Join us as Kevin shares his proven methods of managing a screen printing shop that requires a fine balance of organization, leadership, and efficiency. Kevin spills the beans on streamlining your operations, optimizing workflow, and achieving better productivity.Join our community of curious minds and never miss an episode - subscribe to our YouTube channel and podcast today!Kevin Baumgart's Contact InformationBusiness: Sales VP  of HologramBusiness Website: https://www.hologram.io/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baumgart_kevin/Business: Shirt Agency Screen Printing - Los Angeles, CaliforniaBusiness Website:  www.shirtagency.comCole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colel/Cole's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-lundstrom-8 66b004a/Building your T-Shirt Empire Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buildin

In this compelling episode of "Building Your T-Shirt Empire," hosted by industry experts Cole and Gavin, we dive deep into the story and secrets of Victor Peña, the driving force behind Omniprint International. Victor is an established entrepreneur, founder, and CEO of Omniprint International, a company that has revolutionized the direct-to-garment printing industry. With his insights and experiences, Victor shares his unique journey, including the challenges he faced and the successes he achieved in building his own t-shirt empire.Cole and Gavin kick off the conversation by exploring Victor's early career, his entrepreneurial mindset, and what led him to form Omniprint. Victor shares his vision of how direct-to-garment printing technology can empower creative entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life.The hosts delve deeper into the specifics of running a successful t-shirt business, as Victor shares invaluable advice on everything from understanding customer needs, optimizing printing processes, to implemen

On this episode of "Building Your T-Shirt Empire," we sit down with Rich Pulliam, a sales expert and the Vice President of Sales for Grimco, an apparel decorating supply distributor. With over 20 years of experience in sales, Rich has developed a successful sales strategy that has helped businesses in the apparel industry grow and thrive.*** Please LEAVE A REVIEW to Help Spread our podcasts to more Printers***In this episode, Rich shares his sales strategy secrets for success, including: The importance of building strong relationships with customers How to effectively leverage social media for sales Strategies for identifying and targeting your ideal customer Tips for staying ahead of the competition in the fast-paced world of apparel sales The role of customer service in building a loyal customer base Whether you're just starting out in the apparel industry or looking to take your business to the next level, Rich's insights and strategies are sure to help you succeed.This episode is sponsored by shirtagency.

In this episode of The Print Entrepreneur Show, we sit down with Dylan Gilligan, co-founder of Upstate Merch and co-host of the Shirt Show podcast. Dylan shares his journey of growing Upstate Merch from a small screen printing business to a large-scale, high-quality print shop. He discusses the challenges and triumphs he's experienced along the way and offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to scale their own businesses.Key Takeaways:Start small and grow gradually: Dylan emphasizes the importance of starting with a manageable workload and gradually scaling up as you gain experience and confidence. He explains how Upstate Merch began with a single manual press and eventually expanded to multiple automatic presses and a larger facility.Invest in your team: Hiring the right people and creating a positive work culture is crucial to the success of your business. Dylan shares how investing in his team helped Upstate Merch achieve new levels of success and customer satisfaction.Focus on quality: Dylan st

The key to success in screen printing is not just learning how to screenprint.  It is the ability to optimize your workflow so you are printing jobs efficiently.  In this episode Cole and Gavin discuss their favorite software tools and strategies to make your business run smoothly.  Topics Include-* Setting Accountability for your staff* Keeping up with constant sales* Hiring key staff* Gavin's favorite books on organization and workflowsPowered by Shirtagency.com and Seps.ioStart organizing your shop with Printavo https://www.printavo.com/r/e941c4

Join Cole and Gavin as they discuss the pros and cons of manual screen-printing and digital transfer printing (DTF) for small t-shirt printers. They will also explore what to consider when starting a new shop, how to outsource and maximize sales time, and more. ***This podcast is powered by ShirtAgency.com and Seps.io ***Check out Printavo - the leading shop management software for t-shirt printers. https://www.printavo.com/r/e941c4

Longtime industry buddies John Dubois and Cole chat about where the apparel and screenprinting industry stands today going into the fall of 2022. A wide range of topics include:* DTF emerging * Big Corporate Mergers* Price increases in 2023* Fall Sales Forecasts* Shipping and Production Lead Times***Check out LAT Apparel's full line www.latapparel.comThis Podcast brought to you by- ShirtAgency.com "The only print shop Cole owns" 

In this episode of Building Your T-shirt Empire Cole talks with Nicole Chang.A Harvard and Stanford Business and Law School alum,  PY Nicole has had a dynamic global career that has taken her from the the trading floors of Wall Street to the corporate offices of some of the world’s leading corporations, including McKinsey and LVMH. PY Nicole is also an active advisor and investor in socially-conscious and technology-driven companies, including a kid’s coding franchise initiative, and is mother to two college students at Harvard and Stanford. www.pynicole.comInstagram: pynicoleofficialtwitter: @pynicolechang