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NPSOA's Forty under 0:40:00 podcast, sponsored by Konica Minolta, spotlights the rising young stars of the print and sign industry. During these engaging 40 minutes, we'll dive into the inspiring stories of young entrepreneurs who are redefining the print industry. Enjoy captivating conversations on print innovation, technology, sustainability and the ever-evolving landscape of printing. This is where youth meets expertise and inspiration ignites transformation.

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November 26, 2024Episode 2415 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 24 - An AI Thanksgiving

We've all been talking about AI for quite some time now. Many of us have found ways to use it to make many tasks easier. Well, this is certainly a new one for this podcast. We are taking this episode into uncharted territory with AI. In fact, this whole episode was created with AI. Taking our transcript from last year's popular Thanksgiving Edition, here are two bots take on what we talked about. Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving.

October 30, 2024Episode 2340 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 23 - Michael Strack - CustomXM

In what can only be described as a hostile takeover, this episode features a conversation with Sarah Barr (Konhaus Print & Marketing) and Michael Strack of CustomXM. (The long-time host of this podcast was ejected from the recording studio due to conflict of interest allegations.) Listen as Michael shares his views of work-life balance and his plans for the future as the third generation leader of CustomXM. Learn more about CustomXM here: https://customxm.com/

October 14, 2024Episode 2237 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 22 - Ashley Frederick - Unity Printing

They (whoever "they" are) say that youth is wasted on the young. However, Ashley Frederick doesn't seem to have wasted any time during her youth. At the age of 16, she sold her first business. At the age of 18, she won her first business idea pitch competition. Today she is an international big game hunter and takes her humanitarian efforts across the globe. Oh, and she's also sales manager at Unity Printing Company in Latrobe, PA. Learn more about Unity Printing here: www.UnityPrinting.com

July 28, 2024Episode 2139 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 21 - The Plan Prophet Team

This episode has a truly international flavor as we speak with three team members from Plan Prophet. Join us as we listen to Loredana Di Stefano, Claudia Lahera and Keaghan Burns talk about their backgrounds, their experiences, and what they enjoy most about working hand-in-hand with business owners in our industry. Learn more about PlanProphet here: https://www.planprophet.com/

July 3, 2024Episode 2038 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 20 - Joselyn Santiago - Black Knight Press

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/

June 19, 2024Episode 1940 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep. 19 - NPSOA 2025 Conference Preview

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.

June 5, 2024Episode 1844 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 – Lemay Sanchez – Plan Prophet

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 of the common traits software sales and print sales share. And more importantly, listen as Lemay explains how technology will continue to rapidly affect both. Learn more about Plan Prophet here - https://www.planprophet.com/

May 22, 2024Episode 1739 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep 17 - Lacy Evrard - Peacock Printing

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/

May 8, 2024Episode 1640 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep 16 - Jessica Kuehn - Kuehn Printing

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/

April 24, 2024Episode 1540 min

Forty Under 0:40:00 - Ep 15 - Ryan Kuehn - Kuehn Printing

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/