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The Impressions Xchange podcast discusses topics impacting the printing industry while bridging various segments of the graphic communications community through several series including in-depth news coverage, analysis, and timely interviews.
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She never planned to own a print company.
What started as a part-time college job turned into leadership, legacy, and a deep love for helping clients grow.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Chelsie Schmid shares how she stepped into ownership, balanced motherhood and business, and continues to prove that print is anything but dead.
In this episode of Printing's Alive, Warren Werbitt chats with Josh, Mitch, and Max Kaneff about the history and future of Arkay Packaging. They discuss raising the next generation in a family business, the impact of technology and AI, and transitioning from commercial printing.
In this Women’s History Month edition of Parlor Talks, Kasie Fairbarn, Adrianne Tipton, and Dani Diehlmann reflect on their journeys in flexible packaging, the mentors who shaped them, progress for women in the industry, and opportunities ahead.
She started collating at seven years old — and never stopped learning.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Adrienne Streeter shares what five decades in print have taught her about leadership, resilience, reinvention, and redefining success at every stage of life.
Print isn’t dead. It’s evolving — and she’s living proof.
Linda Bishop of Thought Transformation discusses how print sales is changing amid smaller marketing budgets, leaner teams, economic uncertainty, and AI-driven outreach.
She bought a print company at 30 — just before COVID.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Sarah Barr shares how she stepped into ownership without a traditional print background, navigated major challenges, and built a marketing-driven print company rooted in community, creativity, and confidence.
This conversation is about leadership, resilience, and knowing you belong at the table.
She didn’t start in print — she started in restaurants.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Dina Kessler shares how she transitioned from hospitality to building a commercial printing and direct marketing company, why direct mail still drives measurable revenue, and how mentorship shaped her leadership journey.
This conversation is about growth, grit, and building something that lasts.
Confidence doesn’t come before you take the leap — it comes after.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Katie Jasmin shares how she built a 20-year career at Source One Digital, grew her sales 100x, and learned to become the leader she wanted to be before she felt fully ready.
This conversation is about playing the long game in print — and trusting yourself along the way.
You’ve picked up a ketchup bottle a thousand times — but have you ever thought about the journey behind that label?
In this episode of Her Imprint, Milissa Bergman shares how she found her passion in print procurement, what COVID taught her about supply chains, and why relationships — not just transactions — drive this industry forward.
In this episode of Printing's Alive, Warren Werbitt chats with Erica Diamond about her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing authenticity and confidence.
In honor of Women’s History Month, Katie Austing of KDV Label discusses her path into the label industry, progress for women in the industry, insights for the next generation, and more.
Haley Haar, owner of AlphaGraphics Kansas City, shares her journey from biology major to print business leader, discussing ownership, mentorship, work-life balance, and leading with confidence in a male-dominated industry.
Though Michele Woodrum has achieved success and found family at Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, her path to the in-plant was winding, encompassing stints in law enforcement and the military, following a family tradition of service stretching back to the Revolutionary War.
Lane Kathryn Hickey-Wiggins has made a name for herself in the wide-format printing segment, where she has proven herself as a business leader, an ambassador for printing, and a strong advocate for women in the industry.
Print is not dead — and neither is legacy leadership.
In this episode of Her Imprint, Mariel Bolger shares how growing up in a 93-year family print business shaped her path, how mentorship built her confidence, and why authenticity and trust are key to thriving in today’s print industry.
On this episode of the Impressions Xchange podcast, we chat with three content creators sharing insights and expertise. Two of the guests have returned to Printing Impressions and one is a brand new contributor for this year.
Warren Werbitt chats with Kim Woodin about her journey at Aurora Fastprint. They discuss the role of expos in staff development, the evolution of QR codes, and digital printing at Aurora Fastprint.
Rebecca Holappa, Plant Director at Quad, shares her journey from graphic designer to manufacturing leader, discussing innovation, leadership development, AI, and building the next generation of print talent.
Each year, Wide-format Impressions recognizes its industry Rising Stars – printing professionals who are growing, flourishing, and impressing in their positions. For this episode, we’re talking with a couple of our previous Rising Stars to see where their careers have taken them and how they view today’s printing industry.
Warren Werbitt and David Solomon discuss strategies for entering the U.S. market, overcoming global growth challenges, and avoiding common mistakes.
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