Proof to Product
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From the Archives | Kimberley Yurkiewicz, Crow & Canary on sales reps, why you need a printed catalog for wholesale and the importance of giving back
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Holidays friends! I'm so excited to reshare this episode with Kimberley Yurkiewicz with you. Not only is this one of our most downloaded epi...
038 | Erin Dollar, Cotton & Flax on navigating licensing partnerships
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Erin Dollar, the owner of Cotton & Flax is an artist and textile designer, focused on creating home goods and bold surface pattern designs. Her backgr...
037 | Sarah Edmonds and Tammy Lawrence, Banquet Atelier & Workshop on taking risks with new products, letting passion steer business decisions and why this Canadian company exhibits at U.S. based wholesale shows
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Edmonds and Tammy Lawrence are the owners of Banquet Atelier & Workshop, a Vancouver-based design studio. All of Tammy and Sarah's products ar...
036 | Cara Underwood, Underwood Letterpress on outsourcing manufacturing, building relationships and living life with no regrets
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Cara Underwood is the owner of Underwood Letterpress which is a lifestyle brand offering custom work and stationery & gift products to the wholesale a...
035 | Gia Graham, Betsywhite Stationery on Pinterest, faking it until you make it and why she chose to discontinue her wholesale line
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Gia Graham is the founder of Betsywhite Stationery. Gia started her first stationery business in 2005 and has been undergone major transitions over th...
034 | Adam Smith, Life is Funny Press on pursuing entrepreneurship, juggling family & business and why it's important to not force yourself into creative work that doesn't feel right.
24 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Smith is the founder of Life is Funny Press, a letterpress greeting card company based in Los Angeles. Adam worked a pressman for Sugar Paper bef...
033 | Samantha Barsky, Noteify on sourcing new manufacturing partners, leveraging passive income streams, and starting small when branching into new products
23 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Since 2010, Samantha Barsky, the founder of Note•ify has combined her love of travel, photography, and entrepreneurship into making paper and textil...
032 | Jeanette Champion-Fanning, Sweet Perversion on gaining momentum in business, running a debt-free company and owning our mistakes
22 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC alum, Jeanette Champion-Fanning is the founder of Sweet Perversion a quick witted line of stationery and gift products. Jeanette got her start on...
031 | Heather Lins, Heather Lins Home on licensing opportunities, pitching the press and how being busy doesn't always equate to being productive
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Lins is the founder of Heather Lins Home, a textile and home goods business. Heather comes from a design background and has a fascinating stor...
Katie Hunt, TSBC on camaraderie not competition
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Hunt, founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp on why she chose to share her business experiences and resources with her 'competitors' and the importance o...
030 | Kyle Durrie, Power and Light Press on tradeshows, transitions and how she raised $80,000 for Planned Parenthood
14 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Durrie is the founder of Power and Light Press, a ship-shape letterpress print shop built to handle all of life's messy emotions. On today's ep...
029 | Sean McCabe, SeanWes on getting unstuck in your business, the power of masterminds and overlapping a day job and a side hustle.
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sean McCabe is the author of Overlap: Start a Business While Working a Full-Time Job. He has helped tens of thousands of students with his courses on ...
028 | Mary Beth Storjohann, Workable Wealth on money misconceptions, financial accountability and why you need to know your numbers
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Beth Storjohann of Workable Wealth is an author, financial planner and accountability coach working to help clients in their 20s-40s make smart...
026 | Tonya Dalton, inkWELL Press on systems, automations and prioritizing your home and business life.
17 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tonya Dalton is the owner of Inkwell Press and host of Productivity Paradox. Tonya is a productivity expert who believes that too many women feel over...
025 | Debbie Lee, Penelope's Press on prioritizing, saying no and not letting comparison deter her from slow growth.
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode I'm interviewing Debbie Lee of Penelope's Press, a letterpress print studio founded in Chicago and now based in Southern California...
024 | Adina Segal, Bunny Bear Press on accountability, shifting focus, doing one thing well
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Adina Segal is the owner of Bunny Bear Press, a letterpress studio based in Seattle, Washington. Adina attended Tradeshow Bootcamp in the fall of 2013...
023 | Jon Acuff on misconceptions around productivity and goal setting, how to set yourself up for success and why it's ok to let yourself be bad at certain things!
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
New York Times Best-selling author, Jon Acuff has written five books including his most recent, FINISH which focuses on goal setting and follow-throug...
Katie Hunt, TSBC on gratitude, thanking your mentors & a heartfelt thank you to our TSBC speakers
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Hunt, founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp takes a minute to thank the TSBC speakers who have helped shape Tradeshow Bootcamp into what it is today.
022 | Emma James & Bailey Rivera, Antiquaria on pivoting in business, prioritizing personal happiness, and working with a business partner
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Emma James and Bailey Rivera are the owners of Antiquaria. These savvy business women have made some big transitions in their business over the last 7...
021 | Stephanie Clarke, Dahlia Press on transitioning from a side hustle, working with reps and her system for outsourcing product packaging
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC alum, Stephanie Clarke is the founder of Dahlia Press, a boutique design and letterpress studio that offers custom design for events, as well as,...
Katie Hunt, Tradeshow Bootcamp on hosting live events.
08 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Hunt, founder of Tradeshow Bootcamp has hosted 13 live events over the last five years for Tradeshow Bootcamp and even more when she was in the ...
020 | Julie Richardson, Julie Ann Art on building community with customers, dealing with copy cats and why she's focused on creating products with purpose
05 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC alumni, Julie Richardson started Julie Ann Art in 2008 as a side hustle and has seen great success over the last nine years. She got her start ...
019 | Victoria Venturi, Paper Epiphanies on marketing to multiple sales channels, building relationships with press and the importance of honing your brand voice and messaging
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC Alum, Victoria Venturi is the founder of Paper Epiphanies, a paper and lifestyle brand that empowers women. Prior to being her own boss, Victori...
Katie Hunt, TSBC on the benefit of mastermind groups
24 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
About a year ago, I was in a funny place.. I was coming back from maternity leave and feeling a bit lost. My business was growing, I was finding my...
018 | Bryn Chernoff, Paperfinger on transitioning from your day job into your business full time, finding your unique voice and refueling with business retreats
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest, TSBC Alum, Bryn Chernoff is the owner, calligrapher and creative director of Paperfinger. Paperfinger offers a range of distinctive a...
017 | Rosanna Kvernmo, Iron Curtain Press on her experience as both a wholesaler & a store owner, product development and finding your unique voice.
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC alumni, Rosanna Kvernmo is the owner of Iron Curtain Press, a letterpress studio in Los Angeles. In the spring of 2016, she and her husband, ...
016 | Shayna Norwood, Steel Petal Press on balancing a wholesale business and retail storefront and how to pitch your products to retailers.
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC Alumni, Shayna Norwood of Steel Petal Press owns letterpress studio and retail store front in Chicago. Shayna started Steel Petal Press in 2008 a...
015 | Allison Brennan & Jessica Tree, The Social Type on their inspiration for creating new products, how they split responsibilities as business partners and the importance of slow, but steady growth in their business.
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC Alums, Allison Brennan & Jessica Tree are the owners of The Social Type. They launched their foil-pressed greeting card line in 2010 and have s...
014 | Heather Harris, Copper Bottom Design on how to know if you're ready for overseas manufacturing, how the whole process works, and common errors people make when they're creating day planners.
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
TSBC Alum, Heather Harris has been designing day planners and desk products since 2004 for clients including momAgenda, Barney's, Brooks Brothers, a...
013 | Jen Gotch, Ban.do on building and leveraging a strong brand, the importance of self-reflection at all phases of business and how she built Ban.do into the lifestyle brand it is today.
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jen Gotch is the chief creative officer and fearless leader of Ban.do. Jen founded the company in 2008 with no prior business experience and was abl...
012 | Tara Gentile, CoCommercial on overcoming mindset obstacles, proactive decision making in business and how to align yourselves with partners that elevate your brand.
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tara Gentile is the founder of CoCommercial, a digital small business community for entrepreneurs serious about making money, impacting their communit...
011 | Rachael Hetzel, Pistachio Press on the mindset shifts, juggling business and babies and why its important to give back to our industry.
04 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael Hetzel is the owner of Pistachio Press, a boutique letterpress printing and design studio based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 2007, Pistachi...
010 | Erin Ozer, Knot & Bow on her humble beginnings, manufacturing challenges and the benefits of strategically and slowly adding members to your team
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Erin Ozer is the owner of Knot & Bow. Erin got her start on Etsy in 2010 and has had tremendous, but organic growth, over the last seven years. Her st...
009 | Kimberley Yurkiewicz, Crow & Canary on sales reps, why you need a printed catalog for wholesale and the importance of giving back.
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kimberley is the New York sales representative for Crow + Canary. During her 15+ year career in the stationery industry, Kimberley has worked at Cra...
008 | Briana & Jason of Brainstorm on infusing personal interests into creative work, using a strong brand to attract the right clients and why your business should always be in some state of transition.
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/008 Owned and operated by Briana Feola and Jason Sn...
007 | Meg Sutton, Belle & Union Co., on research & development of new products, working with sales reps, goal setting and why it is important to remember that running a business is a marathon, not a sprint.
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/007 Meg Sutton of Belle & Union Co., started her b...
NSS Part 2 | Interviews with Parrott Design, Iron Curtain Press, Lana's Shop, Julie Ann Art, Reyn Paper Co., Banquet Workshop
02 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/nss2017part2 I'm back with Part 2 of our National S...
NSS Part 1 | Interviews with Dahlia Press, The Good Twin, Fugu Fugu Press, Meeschmosh, Friendly Fire Paper and Sugar Paper
02 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/nss2017part1 I recently was in New York for the Nat...
006 | Katie Wilson, The Good Twin on trendsetting, sticking to your core values and the importance of slow sustainable growth.
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/006 Katie Wilson is the owner of The Good Twin, a s...
005 | Sara McNally, Constellation & Co. on juggling a manufacturing business and retail shop, utilizing interns and falling in love with letterpress
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/005 Sara McNally is the owner of Constellation & Co...
004 | Kristen Ley, Thimblepress on hiring from within, fostering a team environment, partnerships & collaborations and how she fell into business backwards.
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/004 Kristen Ley is the sole owner and founder of Th...
003 | Lindsay Henry, Inklings Paperie on client experience, slow growth and self care
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/003 Lindsay Henry, the founder and creative directo...
002 | Sam Kramer, Near Modern Disaster on releasing new products, working with sales reps and treating your business like a business.
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/002 Sam Kramer, the head boss lady at Near Modern D...
001 | Jen Pham Corbett & Lisa Towns, Farewell Paperie on product development, business partnerships, hiring and taking risks.
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For full show notes and access to additional resources for this episode, visit: prooftoproduct.com/001 Jen Pham-Corbett and Lisa Towns, the founders o...
Welcome to Proof to Product
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Proof to Product is a Podcast taking you behind the scenes of product-based businesses that have built their brand from small online shops to selling ...