Today’s guest on the Success Stories podcast is Erich Campbell, and we’ll focus on all things embroidery.  Erich is a prolific writer, content creator, and a fantastic teacher.You may have seen him at a trade show, on the 2 Regular Guys podcast, or on his own podcast, The Takeup.  But what do you actually know about Erich?  How did he get into this business?  What is he interested in?  We’ll dig into all that and more in this edition of the Success Stories podcast.  So buckle up and get ready for an amazing episode!

Today’s guest on the Success Stories podcast is Erich Campbell, and we’ll focus on all things embroidery.  Erich is a prolific writer, content creator, and a fantastic teacher.You may have seen him at a trade show, on the 2 Regular Guys podcast, or on his own podcast, The Takeup.  But what do you actually know about Erich?  How did he get into this business?  What is he interested in?  We’ll dig into all that and more in this edition of the Success Stories podcast.  So buckle up and get ready for an amazing episode!

Success Stories Ep 74 - "Embroidering Success One Thread at a Time"

Since 2009, Corvallis Custom has been a mainstay in the Oregon region for custom-printed apparel, promotional items, and large-format print production. They have served in the collegiate market since day one, with a recent name, image likeness, or ni l movement they have been helping athletes was customized merchandise that reflects their unique personalities and viewpoints. Today we'll dig into how Corvallis custom has grown over the years and moved into the NFL market in a major way on this episode of Success Stories, get ready to have some fun.

Since 2009, Corvallis Custom has been a mainstay in the Oregon region for custom-printed apparel, promotional items, and large-format print production.  They have served in the collegiate market since day one, with a recent name, image likeness, or ni l movement they have been helping athletes was customized merchandise that reflects their unique personalities and viewpoints.  Today we'll dig into how Corvallis custom has grown over the years and moved into the NFL market in a major way on this episode of Success Stories, get ready to have some fun.

Success Stories Ep 73 - "Touchdown on Print!"

If one person in the decorated apparel industry has been leading the charge on innovation, it is Michelle Moxley Hruby.  She always seems to be at the forefront of the next big thing.But where did all of that start?  On this episode of Success Stories, we’ll chat with Michelle about her roots and career journey and what she is excited about now.So, go grab a fresh cup of coffee and sit back and enjoy the show!

If one person in the decorated apparel industry has been leading the charge on innovation, it is Michelle Moxley Hruby.  She always seems to be at the forefront of the next big thing.But where did all of that start?  On this episode of Success Stories, we’ll chat with Michelle about her roots and career journey and what she is excited about now.So, go grab a fresh cup of coffee and sit back and enjoy the show!

Success Stories Ep 72 - "How to be the Next Big Thing?"

How do you grow from a germ of an idea into a partnership and a flourishing business? That’s the subject of today’s podcast with guest Marckendy Jean and Jabir Ducasse with Somerville Printing by Villeside Customs. They partnered up in 2018 and have been a leading apparel decoration shop in the Somerville, Massachusetts, area since. We’ll learn what it takes go get momentum and some partnership tips from two guys who have figured it out. Get a cup of coffee and be ready for a fun show! 

How do you grow from a germ of an idea into a partnership and a flourishing business? That’s the subject of today’s podcast with guest Marckendy Jean and Jabir Ducasse with Somerville Printing by Villeside Customs. They partnered up in 2018 and have been a leading apparel decoration shop in the Somerville, Massachusetts, area since. We’ll learn what it takes go get momentum and some partnership tips from two guys who have figured it out. Get a cup of coffee and be ready for a fun show!

Success Stories Ep 71 - "Partners in Print"

Behind the oil industry, fashion is the second leading global polluter.  As part of the decorated apparel industry, this is something that we should be concerned about.One person who cares is our guest today on the Success Stories podcast.  His name is Ben Grossman, and he’s leading the charge at SwagCycle.  Their mission is to help companies repurpose, recycle, and donate their obsolete branded apparel merchandise in a sustainable way.  They do this with a network of charitable and recycling partners.We’ll learn all about that and more on today’s show, so get ready to get a hand cramp taking some notes on how you can get involved and thinking about how to make a sustainable difference.

Behind the oil industry, fashion is the second leading global polluter.  As part of the decorated apparel industry, this is something that we should be concerned about.One person who cares is our guest today on the Success Stories podcast.  His name is Ben Grossman, and he’s leading the charge at SwagCycle.  Their mission is to help companies repurpose, recycle, and donate their obsolete branded apparel merchandise in a sustainable way.  They do this with a network of charitable and recycling partners.We’ll learn all about that and more on today’s show, so get ready to get a hand cramp taking some notes on how you can get involved and thinking about how to make a sustainable difference.

Success Stories Ep 70 - “Wait! Don’t Toss That Swag in the Trash Yet”

Starting out in his parent’s garage, Jeff Meilander has built a thriving contract apparel decoration business in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.  They serve a variety of businesses and decoration types, where literally no job is too big or too small.We’ll dig into all of that with Jeff and learn how he has built his company from the ground up into a major player in the industry with over 100,000 square feet of combined production and on-demand facilities.

Starting out in his parent’s garage, Jeff Meilander has built a thriving contract apparel decoration business in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.  They serve a variety of businesses and decoration types, where literally no job is too big or too small.We’ll dig into all of that with Jeff and learn how he has built his company from the ground up into a major player in the industry with over 100,000 square feet of combined production and on-demand facilities.

Success Stories Ep 69 - “Give employees that ownership mentality”

You're in for a real treat on today's Success Stories podcast. In 1978, Greg Muzzillo began to start in the industry by starting his own company perform up with a $200 investment and an answering machine and some business cards. He started franchising, his distributorship model in 1986. And fast forward today, the company has over 650 offices with over $650 million in annual sales. We'll talk to Greg about all that and more. So buckle up and get ready to hear some great stories on tips on success. 

You're in for a real treat on today's Success Stories podcast.  In 1978, Greg Muzzillo began to start in the industry by starting his own company perform up with a $200 investment and an answering machine and some business cards. He started franchising, his distributorship model in 1986.  And fast forward today, the company has over 650 offices with over $650 million in annual sales. We'll talk to Greg about all that and more. So buckle up and get ready to hear some great stories on tips on success.

Success Stories Ep 68 - “Don’t Postpone Your Success”

One of the leading process-driven shops in the industry is Tiny Fish Printing in Rochester, NY.  Tony Esteves has worked diligently to create a fantastic shop, and on today’s Success Stories podcast, he’ll share his journey and what makes his shop tick.So, if you are interested in learning more about how to build a process-driven shop that uses SOPs, training, and a fanatical dedication to positive outcomes…this is the episode for you.

One of the leading process-driven shops in the industry is Tiny Fish Printing in Rochester, NY.  Tony Esteves has worked diligently to create a fantastic shop, and on today’s Success Stories podcast, he’ll share his journey and what makes his shop tick.So, if you are interested in learning more about how to build a process-driven shop that uses SOPs, training, and a fanatical dedication to positive outcomes…this is the episode for you.

Success Stories Ep 67 - "Find the Right People for the Right Job"

When do you decide to start your own shop?  That’s the subject of today’s Success Stories podcast with guest Ray Markey with Evrik Imprints in Flint Township, Michigan.Ray has always believed in himself and what he brings to the table.  Gathering resources and pushing out to begin his entrepreneurial journey was the next evolutionary step for him.  We’ll discuss that and more on this episode, so stay tuned!

When do you decide to start your own shop?  That’s the subject of today’s Success Stories podcast with guest Ray Markey with Evrik Imprints in Flint Township, Michigan.Ray has always believed in himself and what he brings to the table.  Gathering resources and pushing out to begin his entrepreneurial journey was the next evolutionary step for him.  We’ll discuss that and more on this episode, so stay tuned!

Success Stories Ep 66 - "Avoiding the Pizza Party Mentality"

On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll take a hard look at retail merchandising with industry veteran Seth Anderson with Westside Merchandising.  You might not know their name, but you’ve seen their work in virtually every mall or concert venue in the United States.With over 160,000 square feet of combined production space in Mexico and the US, Westside cranks out over one million monthly shirts for their clients.  Seth will share his journey into the business of licensed products.  Buckle up; it’s going to be a great episode today!

On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll take a hard look at retail merchandising with industry veteran Seth Anderson with Westside Merchandising.  You might not know their name, but you’ve seen their work in virtually every mall or concert venue in the United States.With over 160,000 square feet of combined production space in Mexico and the US, Westside cranks out over one million monthly shirts for their clients.  Seth will share his journey into the business of licensed products.  Buckle up; it’s going to be a great episode today!

Success Stories Ep 65 - "Licensed Apparel Printing 101"

Success Stories is a podcast that is focused on the decorated apparel and promotional marketing industry.  We highlight successful companies and people in these industries.  What are they doing?  How can you learn from them?  Hearing their stories of success, you can apply those same ideas to your business situation and have success too.

What happens when a few college buddies get together and start hosting local events?  Sooner or later, they will need t-shirts.  That’s what happened back in 1984 when Steve Taylor with Native Sons Apparel Printing begin printing and selling their own merch.A lot has evolved for Native Sons since then, and we’ll get into that and more on this next episode of the Success Stories podcast.  So, grab some coffee and sit back and hear how Steve has worked to evolve his company into a South Carolina staple.

What happens when a few college buddies get together and start hosting local events?  Sooner or later, they will need t-shirts.  That’s what happened back in 1984 when Steve Taylor with Native Sons Apparel Printing begin printing and selling their own merch. A lot has evolved for Native Sons since then, and we’ll get into that and more on this next episode of the Success Stories podcast.  So, grab some coffee and sit back and hear how Steve has worked to evolve his company into a South Carolina staple.

Success Story Ep 64 - "Should You Work With Big Brands?"

We all talk about alignment with our customers.  One shop, in particular, has taken that to another level with its focus on sustainability, company culture, and branding, and that is Dom Rosacci’s shop Superior Ink in Denver, Colorado.On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll speak with Dom and learn about his shop and its focus on doing things correctly for the outdoor brands and customers they serve.  You don’t want to miss this one!

We all talk about alignment with our customers.  One shop, in particular, has taken that to another level with its focus on sustainability, company culture, and branding, and that is Dom Rosacci’s shop Superior Ink in Denver, Colorado.On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll speak with Dom and learn about his shop and its focus on doing things correctly for the outdoor brands and customers they serve.  You don’t want to miss this one!

Success Stories Ep 63 - "GainingTraction towards Sustainability"

One mark of success is how you inspire or help other people on this planet. On today's Success Stories podcast, we'll chat with King Tilley about his life's journey has helped him focus on giving back to the world. Buckle up and get ready for a moving and inspirational journey that also has a business edge to it too

One mark of success is how you inspire or help other people on this planet. On today's Success Stories podcast, we'll chat with King Tilley about his life's journey has helped him focus on giving back to the world.  Buckle up and get ready for a moving and inspirational journey that also has a business edge to it too

Success Stories Ep 62 - "Act Like a Fly on the Wall"

One of the true treasures in this industry has to be Richard Greaves. He started in this industry in 1979, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and has held many roles and shops and companies in the supply chain.During his career, Richard has traveled the world, assisting shops with improvement and changes, and as always open to assisting someone new to resolve their problems.So get ready to get a hand cramp from the knowledge bombs that he's gonna be dropping today on this episode of Success Stories, and don't say that I didn't warn you.

One of the true treasures in this industry has to be Richard Greaves. He started in this industry in 1979, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and has held many roles and shops and companies in the supply chain. During his career, Richard has traveled the world, assisting shops with improvement and changes, and as always open to assisting someone new to resolve their problems. So get ready to get a hand cramp from the knowledge bombs that he's gonna be dropping today on this episode of Success Stories, and don't say that I didn't warn you.

Success Stories Ep 61 - “Why Aren’t We Printing?”

What if you built your business on some core positive attributes like Love and Sustainability?  That’s what Citrus Heights, California shop owner Jessica Tillery has done with her business, All Quality Graphics.She turned her background in corporate wellness into a business that is all about giving back and enriching others.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, get ready to feel good and learn more about how Jessica and her team are transcending the simple t-shirt into something more.

What if you built your business on some core positive attributes like Love and Sustainability?  That’s what Citrus Heights, California shop owner Jessica Tillery has done with her business, All Quality Graphics.She turned her background in corporate wellness into a business that is all about giving back and enriching others.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, get ready to feel good and learn more about how Jessica and her team are transcending the simple t-shirt into something more.

Success Stories Ep 60 - "Printing More than a T-shirt"

Occasionally in business, we have to take a “Leap of Faith” and trust that things will succeed.  That’s the background story with today’s Success Stories podcast guest, Josh Wylie, with IGG Screen Printing and Graphics in El Reno, Oklahoma.  It is a family business, and you’ll learn all about how their dedication to doing things the right way has proved to be the winning ticket.So buckle up, sports fans; this one will be a lot of fun!

Occasionally in business, we have to take a “Leap of Faith” and trust that things will succeed.  That’s the background story with today’s Success Stories podcast guest, Josh Wylie, with IGG Screen Printing and Graphics in El Reno, Oklahoma.  It is a family business, and you’ll learn all about how their dedication to doing things the right way has proved to be the winning ticket. So buckle up, sports fans; this one will be a lot of fun!

Success Stories Ep 59 - "The Right Print To Do"

How do you know when it is right to shift your business from one strategy to another completely?  That’s the focus of today’s Success Stories podcast, as we’ll talk to Josiah Blackmore with Red Threads in Midland, Michigan.Red Threads went from a retail focus and in-house production company to one that outsources the work and has brought in a different strategy for B2B work.Josiah will share his thoughts and tips on why not being afraid to shift his business was the correct choice.  So get ready for a great show!

How do you know when it is right to shift your business from one strategy to another completely?  That’s the focus of today’s Success Stories podcast, as we’ll talk to Josiah Blackmore with Red Threads in Midland, Michigan.Red Threads went from a retail focus and in-house production company to one that outsources the work and has brought in a different strategy for B2B work.Josiah will share his thoughts and tips on why not being afraid to shift his business was the correct choice.  So get ready for a great show!

Success Stories Ep 58 - "Designing On-Demand with Clients"

As everyone should know by now, the fundamentals of business matter.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, LaTonna Roberson - also known as the Lady Print Boss, will share her thoughts on the industry, what are the key fundamentals for running a profitable business, and her views on what’s ahead for the industry.LaTonna operates her company, T-shirt Shop Dallas, with the help of her team of family members and support staff.  She has very specific guardrails in place to help the business operate smoothly and profitably, which allows her to share the secrets of her success with her in-house training and consulting business for the industry.Take a few minutes and listen as LaTonna shares a tip or two that just might make a difference in your business.

As everyone should know by now, the fundamentals of business matter.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, LaTonna Roberson - also known as the Lady Print Boss, will share her thoughts on the industry, what are the key fundamentals for running a profitable business, and her views on what’s ahead for the industry.LaTonna operates her company, T-shirt Shop Dallas, with the help of her team of family members and support staff.  She has very specific guardrails in place to help the business operate smoothly and profitably, which allows her to share the secrets of her success with her in-house training and consulting business for the industry.Take a few minutes and listen as LaTonna shares a tip or two that just might make a difference in your business.

Success Stories Ep 57 - "$10,000 Mondays"

Just how good are the processes in your shop?  What do you do if you learn something and need to begin installing what you have learned?On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll dig into that continuous improvement conversation with Cory Beal with Floodway Print Co in Winnipeg, Canada.Cory’s journey started from the early days as a BMX bike rider who wanted some merch and had the desire to learn how to do it.  Now, he has his own shop and has installed Lean processes to make everything run smoother and better.If you are a fan of taking a new idea and putting it into action, you'll want to grab a pen and paper and take some notes, as Cory will help guide you on what works for his shop!

Just how good are the processes in your shop?  What do you do if you learn something and need to begin installing what you have learned? On today’s Success Stories podcast, we’ll dig into that continuous improvement conversation with Cory Beal with Floodway Print Co in Winnipeg, Canada. Cory’s journey started from the early days as a BMX bike rider who wanted some merch and had the desire to learn how to do it.  Now, he has his own shop and has installed Lean processes to make everything run smoother and better. If you are a fan of taking a new idea and putting it into action, you'll want to grab a pen and paper and take some notes, as Cory will help guide you on what works for his shop!

Success Stories Ep 56 - “Failure is Learning”

It’s been said that it is important to be different if you want to stand out from a crowd.  As the self-title Fairy Gothmother in Roanoke, Virginia’s Big Lick Screen Printing, Marj Easterling, has done that.  Her local Roanoke magazine dubbed her “the face of custom apparel.”This was no accident.  For Marj, what earned her that title was her emphasis on creating the “Wow factor” in everything Big Lick Screen Printing produces.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, you’ll hear how Marj and her team throw in that “lagniappe,” which is that unexpected surprise.  That is why she is the Fairy Gothmother, granting little wishes and leaving little presents!

It’s been said that it is important to be different if you want to stand out from a crowd.  As the self-title Fairy Gothmother in Roanoke, Virginia’s Big Lick Screen Printing, Marj Easterling, has done that.  Her local Roanoke magazine dubbed her “the face of custom apparel.”This was no accident.  For Marj, what earned her that title was her emphasis on creating the “Wow factor” in everything Big Lick Screen Printing produces.  On today’s Success Stories podcast, you’ll hear how Marj and her team throw in that “lagniappe,” which is that unexpected surprise.  That is why she is the Fairy Gothmother, granting little wishes and leaving little presents!

Success Stories Ep 55 - "How To Get that Wow Reaction from Clients"

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