Podcasts about sanmar

Monty Mims is one of the many folks leading SanMar's Decorator & Tech Solutions division, he's brilliant at both helping distributors work better with their decorators, but also helping decorators navigate the landscape of trends, equipment, and supply chain.

This is a condensed version of Shauna Swerland's 2019 conversation with Jeremy Lott, President of SanMar. SanMar gave Jeremy his first job, modeling on the cover of the company's first catalog at the age of two. Since then, he's learned the family business inside and out, from pulling orders to purchasing. Now as president, he focuses on creating a culture of opportunity and sustainability at SanMar and in their factories and offices around the world. To learn more about SanMar, visit www.sanmar.com. In this recap episode, Jeremy discusses SanMar's philosophy that products should make positive impacts and how family values lead to success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PHILLIS' BIO Phyllis Campbell is one of the most prolific leaders in the Pacific Northwest and has had a remarkable five-decade career. She currently serves on the boards of Remitly, SanMar, Air Transport Services Group, Allen Institute and is the Edward Fritzky Chair in Leadership at the University of Washington's Foster School of Business. Until a few years ago, she served as Chairman of the Pacific Northwest Region for JPMorgan Chase, preceded by leading The Seattle Foundation as CEO and served President of U.S.Bank of Washington.   She previously held seats on the boards of Nordstrom, Puget Sound Energy, Safeco, Alaska Airlines, Washington Roundtable and was Chairman of the US-Japan Council. Phillys has received several awards for her corporate and community involvement, including Women Who Make A Difference and Director of the Year from the Northwest Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors. She writes and speaks often on topics that include high performing teams, board effectiveness, business strategy, leadership, authenticity and purpose. Phyllis holds a bachelor's degree from Washington State University and an MBA from the University of Washington. PHYLLIS RELATED LINKS PJC Website Allen Institute - Profile Remitly + ATSG - Boards Career Thoughts WSU Honor GENERAL INFO| TOP OF THE GAME: Official website: https://topofthegame-thepod.com/ RSS Feed: https://feed.podbean.com/topofthegame-thepod/feed.xml Hosting service show website: https://topofthegame-thepod.podbean.com/ Javier's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/javiersaade & Bio: https://tinyurl.com/yykxum8a SUPPORT & CONNECT: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/96934564 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551086203755 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TOPOFGAMEpod Subscribe on Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/vLKLE1SKjf6G Email us: info@topofthegame-thepod.com   THANK YOU FOR LISTENING – AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR PLATFORMS    

 Better service and reduced rate volatility are just some of the benefits to becoming a shipper of choice. In this Talking Transports podcast, John Janson SanMar's Vice President of global logistics, joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation & logistics analyst, to discuss how relationships with trucking, intermodal, parcel and ocean partners are critical for managing his supply chain. SanMar has moved some imports away from the East Coast to avoid potential disruption due to pending labor negotiations. Janson also talks about bid season across modes of transportation, railroad service, inventory destocking, sustainability, near-shoring trends and how he pushed his dream of being a placekicker for the Chicago Bears aside for a career in logistics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're sharing an episode that we recorded live from skucon where Jeremy and Jonathan answer questions from Catherine Graham, commonsku's CEO, on a broad range of topics including: US/China relations and its impact on the supply chain, deglobalization efforts, the impact of international trade, the labor market, and a financial outlook for 2024.

Cole and Gavin peak with Ryan Moor and Brett Bowden as they delve into their various industry ventures at a major trade show. From the fun-filled Roqtober Fest to their collaborations with Sanmar, the duo covers many aspects of their thriving businesses in this video. Learn about Allmade's organic cotton products, the educational push through madelab.io, the upcoming Print Hustlers conference and more. This is a must-listen for those interested in the cutting-edge work happening in the apparel industry. Links: roq.us seps.ioshirtagency.commadelab.io

Cole and Gavin peak with Ryan Moor and Brett Bowden as they delve into their various industry ventures at a major trade show. From the fun-filled Roqtober Fest to their collaborations with Sanmar, the duo covers many aspects of their thriving businesses in this video. Learn about Allmade's organic cotton products, the educational push through madelab.io, the upcoming Print Hustlers conference and more. This is a must-listen for those interested in the cutting-edge work happening in the apparel industry. Links: roq.us seps.ioshirtagency.commadelab.io

In this episode of In The Club Podcast by Club Colors, Jeremy Lott, President and CEO of SanMar, shares insights into how his company prioritizes values and community impact alongside business success. Jeremy discusses the importance of humility, service mentality, and the role of sales teams in adding value to customers' businesses. He delves into the concept of "purpose over product" and how understanding a client's brand promise and demographics can drive meaningful partnerships. The conversation also explores SanMar's commitment to sustainability, its innovative programs for factory workers, and the touching "Hands Project" that transforms lives in Honduras. Jeremy sheds light on the challenges of operating in developing countries and the significance of staying engaged with local communities. Throughout, the discussion emphasizes how doing good can be a path to both business growth and positive societal change.KEY TAKEAWAYSPrioritizing humility and service mentality can lead to successful and meaningful business relationships.Sales teams can add value by understanding a client's brand promise and demographics.Combining profitability with positive social impact can be a winning strategy for businesses.Sustainability efforts can lead to cost savings and environmental benefits.Balancing profit and purpose can create a stronger sense of community engagement and brand loyalty.QUOTES"Our job is to care about your business and help you grow.""Our best salespeople add value to our customers by giving great ideas.""You can do great while doing good, or you're doing good, and that's helping you do great.""If you can use profitable business to help people, you can go much further faster.""Kindness is one of the most important principles I teach my children.""Purpose over product: it's not enough to avoid doing bad things; we want to ensure we do good things."Connect and learn more about Jeremy through the link below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-lott-56581020/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

In this episode of In The Club Podcast by Club Colors, Jeremy Lott, President and CEO of SanMar, shares insights into the company's journey from a screen printing business to a leading supplier in the promotional product space. He emphasizes the importance of inventory and customer service as key drivers of success. SanMar's flat pricing structure fosters strong partnerships with customers, allowing them to compete based on merit rather than price. Lott highlights SanMar's purpose-driven approach of creating lasting connections that elevate lives and discusses the significance of product expertise in the industryKEY TAKEAWAYSSanmar is a company that emphasizes creating lasting connections that elevate lives as its core purpose.The company sees its role as more than just providing products; it's about building a sense of community and identity through the apparel they supply.Sanmar differentiates itself by focusing on service and building strong partnerships with its customers. It believes that service is a critical component of its success.Sanmar's approach to pricing is flat and fair, meaning customers pay the same price regardless of their size, fostering a level playing field.Inventory is seen as an asset, not a liability. Sanmar maintains deep inventory to support its customers and believes it's crucial for success, even though it might seem counterintuitive to some.The company's journey has evolved from being primarily a distribution business to becoming an apparel company, combining product innovation with efficient distribution.Sanmar's purpose-driven approach and interconnectedness with its partners are key factors in its success. It seeks to create value for its customers, employees, and the communities it serves.The company places a strong emphasis on product quality and strives to elevate the products in its industry.Sanmar believes in delivering value through its products, services, and expertise, rather than engaging in price competition.The company's growth has been gradual and focused on building strong partnerships over the long term, allowing it to weather challenges like COVID-19 effectively.Sanmar's approach to business is centered around creating a community of partners, rather than just customers, and aligning its goals with theirs to achieve success together.QUOTES"We're in this garden, and the moss that's growing benefits by the tree and the tree provides shade... It's the way I've always thought about our business. So we're here together going out and trying to grow a business together." - Jeremy Lott"Create lasting connections that elevate lives. That's our purpose as an organization." - Jeremy Lott"We look at it as, we're laser-focused on how we service our customers. That's our mentality as a company." - Jeremy Lott"We want to make products that people want to wear. We wanted to elevate products in our industry." - Jeremy LottConnect and learn more about Jeremy through the link below.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-lott-56581020/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

Raidījumā Diplomātiskās pusdienās šoreiz stāsts par mazpazīstamu valsti Lesoto jeb oficiāli – Lesoto Karalisti. Valsts ir visnotaļ unikāla. Tā ir ne tikai pilnībā sauszemes ieskauta, bet arī to ieskauj faktiski viena valsts – Dienvidāfrikas Republika. Respektīvi, Lesoto ir anklāvs pa vidu citai valstij. Tādas pasaulē vēl ir tikai Sanmarīno un Vatikāns. Lesoto atrodas Maloti kalnu masīvā, kas to padara vēl unikālu ar to, ka  visi apmēram 2,2 miljoni cilvēku dzīvo vismaz kilometra augstumā virs jūras līmeņa. 19. gadsimtā vietējais karalis izmanījās izveidot neatkarīgu valsti Basutolendu. Tomēr blakus esošo nīderlandiešu koloniālās intereses lika jaunizveidotajai valstij meklēt sabiedrotos un tie tika atrasti Lielbritānijas izskatā. Sākumā kā protektorāts un vēlāk kā kolonija šī teritorija ieguva daudz britu kultūras un politiskās klātbūtnes. Neatkarīga Lesoto Karaliste tika izveidota tikai 1966. gadā. Karalim valstī gan atļāva atgriezties tikai 1990. gadā. Lesoto ir viena no sociālekonomisko un sabiedrības veselības problēmu plosītākajām valstīm pasaulē. Lesoto ir viena no nabadzīgākajām valstīm pasaulē. Tās IKP uz vienu iedzīvotāju pēc pirktspējas paritātes ir nepilni 2500 eiro. Latvijas rādītājs pēc tiem pašiem pasaules bankas datiem ir vairāk nekā 37 tūkstoši eiro. Vēl vairāk – valstī trīs ceturtdaļas cilvēku atrodas faktiskā nabadzībā vai tuvu tai. Gandrīz pusei cilvēku jāiztiek ar apmēram vienu eiro dienā. Un valsts arī ir starp 20 pasaulē ienākumu ziņā visnevienlīdzīgākajām valstīm. Kalnos atrodamajai “Debesu karalistei”, kā valsti ir iesaukuši, ir būtiskas problēmas ar lauksaimniecības produkcijas audzēšanu un ražošanu. Un neskatoties uz šo – apmēram divas trešdaļas cilvēku ir nodarbināti tieši lauksaimniecībā. Lauksaimniecības sektoru Lesoto smagi skar gan klimata pārmaiņas, gan arī dabas katastrofas, tostarp spēcīgi lieti. Korupcijas līmeņi, politiskā nestabilitāte un vardarbība kombinācijā ar infrastruktūras izaicinājumiem ir būtiski attīstību kavējošie faktori. Valstī trūkst pamata infrastruktūras, tostarp viens miljons jeb gandrīz puse iedzīvotāju pastāvīgi dzīvo bez elektrības. Tas, ka valstij nav piekļuves jūras ceļiem un tā ir atkarīga daudzos jautājumos no Dienvidāfrikas Republikas, situāciju neuzlabo.

Today we talk with Steve about sales leadership, technology, and SanMar's recognition by the Wall Street Journal as one of 2022's best-managed companies alongside companies like Apple and Microsoft!

Decorated Apparel On-Demand – A Global Masterclass from Stahls'REGISTER HERE: https://www.stahlsmasterclass.com/ This September, join Heat Printers from around the world for the only international event dedicated to decorated apparel. From Australia to America, learn from the world's leading educators on heat printing. Get the latest trends and product knowledge from the globe's largest blank suppliers. So, you can supercharge or start your decorated apparel business. Speakers include Stahls', Stahls' UK, Transfer Express, Velflex, Bella + Canvas, Gildan, S&S, SanMar, and more to be announced. This global masterclass will cover what's new and the future of print on demand, international decoration and market trends, how to create sustainable apparel, perfecting pricing models, decorating on different fabric types, and much more. Each class will give you unprecedented access to the brightest minds in heat printing. All classes will be live so you can get every question answered. If you're serious about decorated apparel, this is the event you have been waiting for.REGISTER HERE: https://www.stahlsmasterclass.com/

Sezonas noslēdzošajā raidījumā Diplomātiskās pusdienas vasarīga Vidusjūras atvaļinājuma noskaņās runāsim par Sanmarīno Republiku. Tā ir neliela valsts, kas atrodas Itālijas robežās. Ģeogrāfiski tā aptver 61 kvadrātkilometrus un ar lepnumu sevi uzskata par piekto mazāko valsti pasaulē. Mazā izmēra dēļ Sanmarīno atrodas vienā grupā ar tādām mikrovalstīm, kā Monako un Vatikāns. Valsts iedzīvotāju skaits ir tikai 33 tūkstoši. Respektīvi, apmēram tikpat daudz, cik Ventspilī. Vēl viena interesanta iezīme Sanmarīno vēsturē ir tā, ka valsts ir saskārusies ar daudziem iebrukumiem, taču nekad nav padevusies nevienam no tiem, saglabājot savu suverenitāti. Pat neskatoties uz nerimstošajiem slavenā itāļu kardināla Čezāres Bordžijas mēģinājumiem 16. gadsimtā un vēlākiem 18. gadsimta itāļu iebrukumu mēģinājumiem Sanmarīno mūris apņēmīgi nosargāja savu neatkarību. Tādējādi arī simbolizējot Sanmarīno nepielūdzamo garu. Pat pastāv mīts, ka bijušais Amerikas prezidents Ābrahams Linkolns ir Sanmarīno goda pilsonis. Saistīts tas ir ar to, ka Ābrahams Linkolns pauda apbrīnu par Sanmarīno 1861. gada vēstulē Reģenta kapteiņiem rakstīto, sakot: “Lai gan jūsu kundzība ir maza, tomēr jūsu valsts ir viens no pagodinošākajām visā vēsturē…”. Lai gan Linkolns uzrakstīja vēstuli Sanmarīno, paužot atzinību par valsts apņemšanos ievērot brīvību, nav ziņu, ka viņam būtu piešķirta pilsonība. Sanmarīno ir Apenīnu kalnos atrodama mikrovalsts, kas pilnībā ieskauta Itālijas teritorijā, bet tā ir neatkarīga no Itālijas un ir suverēna valsts. Izņemot to, ka Sanmarino lidosta atrodas Itālijas teritorijā. Un Sanmarīno apgalvo, ka ir vecākā izdzīvojusī suverēnā valsts un konstitucionālā republika pasaulē. Tā tika dibināta 301. gadā un ir saglabājusi savu neatkarību vairāk nekā 1700 gadus. Šī vēsturiskā nozīme padara tās politisko sistēmu un pārvaldības struktūru unikālu un ievērības cienīgu. Tādēļ, stāstot valsts politisko sistēmu, gribētos sākt ar to, ka Sanmarīno pastāv dubultā izpildvaras sistēma, kas nodrošina varas sadali un kolektīvās pārvaldības pieeju. Valsti vada divi Sanmarīno Republikas valsts vadītāji, kurus sauc par kapteiņiem-reģentiem. Parasti reģentus izvēlas no koalīcijas partijām, un viņu pilnvaru termiņš ir seši mēneši. Ievēl amatos viņus Lielā un Ģenerālpadome, kas ir valsts likumdošanas institūcija. Šī sistēma novērš varas koncentrēšanos vienā indivīda rokās un veicina dažādu politisko uzskatu līdzsvarotu pārstāvību. Starp citu, divu valdības vadītāju prakse (diarhija) ir tieši atvasināta no Romas Republikas paražām, kas ir līdzvērtīga Senās Romas konsuliem. Jāatzīmē, ka kapteiņi-reģenti nav valdības vadītāji, bet tikai valsts vadītāji bez izpildvaras. Papildus reprezentatīvajai demokrātijai Sanmarīno ir spēcīgas tiešās demokrātijas tradīcijas. Tas nozīmē, ka svarīgi lēmumi, piemēram, konstitūcijas grozījumi vai būtiskas izmaiņas politikā, ir pakļauti tautas nobalsošanai. Iedzīvotājiem ir iespēja tieši piedalīties lēmumu pieņemšanas procesā, balsojot par šiem jautājumiem. Konkrētā prakse veicina pilsoniskās iesaistes sajūtu un ļauj Sanmarīno iedzīvotājiem tieši izteikties jautājumos, kas ietekmē viņu dzīvi. Tiešā demokrātija stiprina lēmumu pieņemšanas leģitimitāti un veicina caurskatāmību, jo nodrošina, ka svarīgi lēmumi saņem iedzīvotāju atbalstu un atbalstu. Vēl viena unikāla pieeja ir tā, ka Sanmarīno ārējās attiecībās ievēro neitralitātes un nepievienošanās politiku. Neskatoties uz to, ka Sanmarīno nav Eiropas Savienības dalībvalsts, tai ir muitas savienība ar ES, kas pieļauj brīvu preču kustību. Tomēr valstij nav saistoša ES politikas un noteikumi. Sanmarīno nepievienošanās statuss atspoguļo tās apņemšanos saglabāt savu suverenitāti un neatkarību. Īstenojot neitrālu ārpolitiku, valsts izvairās pieskaņoties kādai noteiktai politiskai vai militārai aliansei un saglabā relatīvas “objektivitātes” pozīciju globālajos jautājumos. Šī nostāja ļauj Sanmarīno iesaistīties diplomātiskās attiecībās ar dažādām valstīm un starptautiskām organizācijām, veicinot savas intereses un vērtības, vienlaikus paliekot ārpus formālām aliansēm vai blokiem. Vairāk par to, kādas ir Itālijas attiecības mūsdienās ar Sanmarīno, stāsta doktors. Reinhardas Krumms, Frīdriha-Eberta fonda Baltijas valstu biroja Rīgā vadītājs.

Vicki Ostrom explains how comfortable apparel became synonymous with style.

9. decembrī pulksten 18. 30 Latvijas Nacionālās operas Jaunajā zālē Latvijas Nacionālās operas soliste Tatjana Trenogina un pianists Māris Skuja piedāvās Riharda Štrausa vokālās mūzikas programmu. Ar abiem māksliniekiem tiekamies "Klasikas" studijā. "Štrausa mūzika prasa lielu atdevi, bet nav nogurdinoša. Riharda Štrausa mūzikai vajadzīga kultūra, līmenis, standarts un spējas saprast literāro tekstu. Štrausa dziesmām jāskan orķestrāli, jo viņš vienmēr tā ir domājis," saka pianists Māris Skuja par Štrausa vokālo daiļradi – tās spilgtākajām un mazāk veiksmīgajām lappusēm. Viņš 9. decembra koncertu neuztver kā kamermūzikas koncertu, drīzāk viena komponista muzikālo portretu. Soprāns Tatjana Trenogina ir Latvijas Nacionālās operas soliste. Viņas repertuārā ir tādas vadošās lomas kā Aīda, Mimī (Bohēma), Amēlija Grimaldi (Simons Bokanegra), Liza (Pīķa dāma), Donna Anna (Dons Žuans), Čo-Čo-sana (Madama Butterfly). Māksliniece ar izcilību absolvējusi Maskavas P. Čaikovska Valsts konservatoriju, kur studēja pie profesores Gaļinas Pisarenko. No 2006. līdz 2008. gadam izglītojusies Karalienes Elizabetes mūzikas koledžā Briselē pie Hosē van Dama. Plūkusi laurus vairākos starptautiskos konkursos. Tatjana Trenogina  dziedājusi Briseles La Monnaie, Maskavas Lielajā teātrī, Briseles mākslu centrā, Luksemburgas Grand Théatre, Sanmarīno teātrī, viesojusies Ķīnā,  Ziemeļkorejā un citviet.  Māris Skuja kopš 1991. gada ir otra lielākā Austrijas operteātra – Grācas operas koncertmeistars, no 2001. līdz 2017. gadam – galvenais koncertmeistars, bet no 2002. gada – arī operas studijas vadītājs. Bijis repetitors Kopenhāgenas Karaliskajā operā, Ķelnes operā, Trondheimas und Gīsenes teātros, kā arī Igaunijas Nacionālajā operā. No 1997. gada regulāri kā pianists un diriģenta asistents darbojies Bregencas operas festivāla uzvedumu tapšanā. Māris Skuja absolvējis Jāzepa Vītola Latvijas Mūzikas akadēmiju Ādolfa Skultes kompozīcijas un Arvīda Žilinska klavieru klasē. 16 gadus bijis galvenais koncertmeistars un diriģenta Riharda Glāzupa asistents Latvijas Nacionālajā operā (toreiz LPSR Valsts Akadēmiskajā Operas un baleta teātri).  Pateicoties vairāk nekā 45 gadus ilgai darbībai operteātros, Māra Skujas aktīvajā repertuārā ir vairāk nekā 100 operu, liels skaits oratoriju, kantāšu un operešu. Viņa apjomīgās zināšanas par operu dramaturģiju un vokālās mākslas specifiku novērtējuši dziedātāji gan Latvijā, gan ārvalstīs. Šobrīd Māris Skuja veicina arī daudzu Latvijas Nacionālās operas solistu vokālo izaugsmi. Līdztekus pienākumiem teātros tūlīt pēc studiju beigām aizsācis aktīvu pianista-koncertmeistara koncertdarbību, šobrīd jau izskanējuši tūkstošiem koncertu, televīzijas pārraižu un konkursu priekšnesumu. Aktīva sadarbība izveidojusies ar basbaritonu Egilu Siliņu; kopīgi aizvadīti turpat 90 koncerti, kā arī ierakstīti trīs kompaktdiski.   

We talk with a hiring manager in a different industry, Whitney Richardson, who is Director of Employee Experience at SanMar. SanMar is a national supplier of custom logowear clothing based in Issaquah and has both corporate and warehouse operations in our area. Whitney talks about what it takes to get hired in both environments. We get into the specifics of today's resume and cover letter, how to approach an interview and more. We also discuss advice for the young people in our lives who are starting their careers. It's everything you need to know to get hired today.

Rodrigo Sanmar was living an unsustainable life as a film creator in Mexico when too much work and not enough down time led to a brain hemorrhage that change his life for the better. The post Life After Brain Hemorrhage – Rodrigo Sanmar appeared first on Recovery After Stroke.

The impact of an economic slowdown on the cost of materials, fuel and transportation, jobs, and importing, could potentially affect the promotional products industry which is why, last week, we held a live interview with two of the industry's leading supplier leaders: Jonathan Isaacson (Chairman & CEO of Gemline) and Jeremy Lott (President & CEO of SanMar).

Shane Wilson, owner of Scottsbluff Screen Printing & Embroidery and The Zone Sporting Goods and Team Sales, talks about staying on top of the screen-printing game. This episode is sponsored by Sanmar

From pixie dust to promotional products, Shelley Williams has tackled a wide range of creative and marketing challenges over her 20+ year career. Shelley joined SanMar as the VP, Marketing in January 2020.

Jay Busselle will be joining Aaron this week to talk about Apparel Trends for 2022. A special guest on the show will be Adrienne Palmer with Screen Printing Magazine. If you're a garment decorator and you want to peer into the 2022 crystal ball, this is a must-see show!  Brought to you by: Our Success GroupOur regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews, and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News GILDAN ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF MEBANE DISTRIBUTION CENTER - In an announcement that was made earlier this month, Gildan Activewear stated its plans to close its Mebane, North Carolina distribution center by June 30th. It's a move that will affect 128 local employees but won't necessarily leave them out of a job. According to a press release shared on The Times News, a WARN Act notice filed with the North Carolina Department of Commerce on Feb. 16th said the distribution center would permanently close by June 30, 2022. That specific facility houses the company's unbranded wholesale activewear apparel.Dad Joke: What noise does a witch's vehicle make?Broom Broom 2022 Apparel Trends Jay: Let's introduce our guests today! I hope this isn't too weird for you Aaron but I'm going to be one of the guests too! Am I breaking the rules? I hope so! But the good news is I invited some friends. Adrienne Palmer is editor-in-chief of Screen Printing and BIG Picture magazines. And Jeremy Picker is Creative Director and Founder at AMB3R Creative. Hey guys - what's going on?Aaron: You are breaking the rules, Jay, but I think we can make an exception. When I think of 2022 Apparel trends I think of Styles, Colors and even decorating techniques. Jay: You nailed it Aaron!! It is all three of those things and even the words that we choose to describe the styles, colors and decoration techniques. I was reminded of this when Vicki Ostrom, Futurist and Trend Analyst at SanMar and founder of Trendependent was sharing her wisdom on an education session for PromoKitchen. She shared a reference that I later looked up which was from Adobe called Creative Trends 2022. In that report, Adobe mentions, “The seriousness of life during the pandemic has taken its toll. Tired of the mundane and familiar, people are more carefree, high-spirited, and joyful as they seek re-connection, escape from boredom, and positivity in the new year.”Aaron: Carefree, joyful and seeking re-connection - those all make sense to me! What other trends are likely to have an impact on apparel Jay?Jay: Being active and getting outside has always been important. Studies have found people report a higher level of vitality, enthusiasm, pleasure, and self esteem, and a lower level of tension, depression and fatigue after they have walked outside! I'm sure that's why research revealed exercising outdoors was the most popular fitness trend in 2021. That takes us to 2 very powerful trends that have carried over into 2022: to be outside AND to be active, walking and more involved in fitness.For specific examples of this, ASI recently released an apparel study (last month). The study is based on data that was analyzed in late 2021 using surveys of nearly 40,000 consumers. That data was presented in a collection of the most popular promo products in the U.S. and identifies which states and regions they're most influential in. Outerwear & Performance wear were number 1 and number 2 in every region!

Jeremy and Jonathan both lead organizations, that despite the challenges of this year, have achieved record growth and more importantly they both lead our industry in social responsibility and sustainability efforts.

Steve Cuthbert, previously a vice president of sales at The North Face, shares insights on everything from trends to leadership.

Given the state of the global supply chain and the impact it has had on everyone in our industry, as you can imagine this was a very tense and lean-forward conversation felt by everyone in the room.

John Janson is the senior director of global logistics for SanMar. The last year and a half has definitely challenged and tested his team, along with the rest of us, to say the least. In this episode, John delves into how the COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up supply chains all over the world, how SanMar is faring, and what we need to accomplish before we can be “back to normal.” THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE John breaks down how SanMar's global supply chain worked prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. What causes product shortages, and how has the pandemic played into that? Looking into how the Suez Canal blockage affected SanMar and the global supply chain at large. Why it's important for customers to get their orders into us early. What milestone does the industry need to hit to know it's turning a corner?   QUOTES “We're not doing anywhere near as well as we'd like to be doing, but we're doing significantly better than lots of other people are doing.”  “If you grade us on a curve we're not doing bad!” “We're trying to make ourselves as attractive to a customer as we can be.” “We are professional whack-a-mole players right now.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar's Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar's Instagram: @sanmar_corp

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott and Greg are joined by Bobby Holland with US Bank and John Janson with SanMar as they discuss and analyze the 2021 Q2 US Bank Freight Payment Index. Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe (https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe) Register for the 2021 Supply Chain Insights Global Summit: https://lnkd.in/dMYq3Rv (https://lnkd.in/dMYq3Rv) Register for the OMNIA Partners Connections Conference: https://bit.ly/3jHlwdv (https://bit.ly/3jHlwdv) WEBINAR- What You Can Learn From a Digital-First DTC Brand: Quip's Omnichannel Evolution: https://bit.ly/2TFPS5j (https://bit.ly/2TFPS5j) 2021 Supply Chain and Procurement Awards: https://lnkd.in/gxp7bQy (https://lnkd.in/gxp7bQy) Download the 2021 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3f1LO6S (https://bit.ly/3f1LO6S) This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/us-bank-freight-payment-693.

Vicki Ostrom is SanMar's futurist and trend editor - she reads the cultural and apparel tea leaves to help us stay in the know.  In this episode, Vicki discusses some unexpected trends that have sprung out of the pandemic, muses over why retro styles make such a splash, and looks at how sustainability is factoring into the average customer's purchasing decisions. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE How the pandemic has shaken up personal fashion. The reason Vicki believes retro trends are so popular. Vicki reveals her favorite trend at the moment. The trends Vicki sees coming out over the next few months. QUOTES “We're just ready to have some fun! Everybody's tired of being tired and sad.” “We're dressing for ourselves now more than we're dressing for others.” “We can actually make [a] serious difference in the world quickly.” “I want to live on this planet, and I need to have a planet to live on if I want to do that.” “It just takes some creativity to just bring that little spark of joy to your customer.” LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar's Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar's Instagram: @sanmar_corp

James Shimizu is the Chief Marketing Officer of the Superior Group of Companies (SGC), whose WonderWink brand of scrubs is the latest to join the SanMar family.    In this episode, James discusses how WonderWink’s fabric selection makes their products more appealing to consumers, looks at how the pandemic has affected the company, and looks into the non-medical professions that use scrubs. THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE James gives Lisa, Tara and the listeners a crash course in what makes WonderWink products unique. What is WonderWink’s relationship with SanMar and how did this latest partnership come to be? How WonderWinks scrubs are made to be more comfortable than their competitors’. What goes into making scrubs that won’t fall down when you least expect it (like in the middle of a surgery). Which WonderWink products are SanMar exclusives.   QUOTES “It’s hard to look at the Wonderwink logo and not smile.” “Of course we want everything to look good and feel good but at the end of the day it really needs to perform. “Fit...is the foundation to what WonderWink is.” “We’re frankly just so honored to be able to support the health care industry.” “We think Scrubs Day should be every day!” LINKS WonderWink: https://wonderwinkscrubs.com/  Superior Group of Companies: https://superiorgroupofcompanies.com/  SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Emily Gigot is SanMar’s sustainability manager and is spearheading our company’s initiative in helping to reduce climate change. In this episode, Emily explains what it means to make a climate commitment, delves into SanMar’s own sustainability strategies, and discusses how small changes in our everyday lives can make a positive impact on our planet.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE What is SanMar’s climate commitment? Breaks down what the Paris Agreement hopes to accomplish. How SanMar sets its internal climate goals. The big and small ways that companies big and small can reduce their carbon usage. What individuals can do to battle climate change in their own lives.   QUOTES “We really don’t have time to waste. We need to take steps now to make sure that the future is bright and future generations are able to thrive.” “I’m of a mind that putting more heads together is better than one.” “Consumers need to be able to make an informed choice.” “Every car off the road makes a difference.”  LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Ryan Ellis is the CEO of TravisMathew, a well-known lifestyle and golf brand that has recently joined SanMar’s family of brands. In this episode, Ryan delves into TravisMathew’s meticulous fabric-making process, discusses the positive changes that the past year of quarantine has brought about, and gives us a sneak peek of what’s next.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE Ryan gives listeners a crash course in TravisMathew’s history. How TravisMathew tries to push golfwear beyond the golf course and clubhouse. Breaking down how TravisMathew researches and selects fabrics for its products. How TravisMathew has cultivated a healthier work-life balance for its employees. The philosophy behind TravisMathew’s designs. A day in the life at TravisMathew.   QUOTES “We have a lane, we know what it is, and so it’s very easy for us to just drive right down that lane.” “It’s really a space that we’re dominating right now.” “One fabric can make all the difference.” “It’s not about working hard; it’s about working smarter.”   LINKS TravisMathew homepage: https://www.travismathew.com/  SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Susan and Austin sit down with the CEO of SanMar, Jeremy Lott. They talk about running a large corporation while also working on sustainability methods and changing the perspective of management. Today's Guest: Jeremy Lott, President, Sanmar https://www.sanmar.com/ Create. Inspire. Repeat. is hosted by Susan Gifford & Austin Baker. Touchstone Merchandise Group http://www.tmgideas.com https://www.facebook.com/tmgideas/ https://www.instagram.com/touchstonelife/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/touchstone/ Buy Create. Inspire. Repeat. Merch from the Cult Shop! https://tmgcultshop.com/search?q=create+inspire+repeat

Marty Lott, SanMar's Founder of the nation's premier supplier of wholesale imprinted clothing and accessories, shares his famous yellow t-shirt story with Host Greg Muzzillo. What was a complete disaster quickly turned into recognizing two foundational principles that are key to driving success. Chapter Summaries01:17 - All About Marty Lott02:54 - Swinging a Sledgehammer06:20 - Starting SanMar with One Dollar09:33 - The Yellow Shirt Story14:34 - No Pay for Seven Years17:05 - Computer Crash Catastrophe21:58 - Mindset is Everything24:20 - The Next Generation29:45 - Words of WisdomResource Linkshttps://www.sanmar.com/Million Dollar Mindset Blog featuring Jeremy Lott, son of Marty Lott and President of SanMar, Success Advice from Jeremy LottIf you enjoyed this episode, click here to watch/listen to more from Million Dollar Monday.Subscribe and receive updates when new episodes are available. 

Natalie Tenner and Rob Crowley are the chairs for SanMar’s Diversity and Inclusion Council, which works to foster an open-minded and equitable environment in the company’s workplaces. In this episode, Natalie and Rob discuss their role models, lay out their strategies for workplace education and conflict resolution, and suggest methods for making SanMar an even more welcoming place than it already is.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE Natalie explains what got the ball rolling with creating SanMar’s council, and Rob specifies why this group is a council, not a committee. Rob and Natalie discuss the personal reasons and values that lead them to join the Diversity and Inclusion Council.  What is psychological safety, why is it important, and how can it be fostered in the workplace? How the Diversity and Inclusion Council has faced resistance since launching, and how Natalie strives to listen to people and meet them where they are. The reason Rob thinks it’s difficult for people to understand the concept of privilege. Who have been major inspirations for championing diversity and inclusion in Natalie and Rob’s lives? Which companies they feel are leaders in promoting and fostering diversity and inclusion.   QUOTES “He viewed a council as something that was constant and never going away; it would never expire and would last the life of SanMar.” “I want to make sure that future generations, and even people who are here now, have a place where they feel that they’re included.” “There’s a lot of great things about SanMar but I think we have some work to do in this area.” “How much better can people be at their jobs if they feel truly empowered and emboldened to be who they are?” “The people who are hiring and firing and promoting need to understand what a bias is.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Sean Michael Lewis does an overview on some of the new products that screen printers can purchase from Sanmar. Their Spring 2021 catalog arrived this weekend and wanted to share some of the new lines they will be carrying. Check out all of the products and lines at www.sanmar.com 

This year, SanMar is celebrating its 50th Anniversary and to kick things off, we talked with our founder, Marty Lott and his wife Sharon. Marty and Sharon started SanMar with $1 in the company’s checking account. From there they have worked together selling t-shirts at concerts, unloading boxes at warehouses and teaching their sons the ins and outs of the business. In this episode, Marty and Sharon reveal how SanMar started with a backpack created for college students, discuss the challenges of running a family business and share how being a family…and being a SanMar family…has been at the core of what they’ve created.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE What it means to Marty and Sharon for SanMar to celebrate half a century of operations this year. How they define success on their terms. Marty tells the story of the first backpack he created and how SanMar grew out of it. Sharon shares the story of the infamous yellow T-shirts. How they manage work-life balance in a family business. Why you should tie a rope around your tent. What Marty and Sharon love most about their SanMar family.   QUOTES “Fifty years has gone way too fast in my mind.” “Doing what makes you happy is success.” “My greatest joy now is watching my children be in the business.” “As long as you and your partner think alike, have the same goals and have the same values, you’ll be fine.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Sean Michael Lewis talks about the issue many screen printers are facing with the shortfall of inventory. Obviously Covid-19 has taken a huge toll worldwide on manufacturing but wanted to create a dialog on how to better prepare for this in the future and what can be done now. 

Shelley Williams is the Vice President of Marketing here at SanMar. This year has been a whirlwind for her as she is relatively new to the company and the industry in general, having joined up just a couple months before the pandemic hit. In this episode, Shelley discusses how the pandemic compelled SanMar to focus on building relationships, speculates on which advancements spurred on by quarantine will carry forward and emphasizes you should never forget it’s okay to ask for help.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE How the COVID-19 pandemic made Shelley and others reassess their approach to customer care and communication. What SanMar did to adapt its normally in-person practices to a virtual format during quarantine. Breaking down what has and hasn’t gone so well for SanMar’s approach throughout this unusual year. Which COVID-inspired changes and work-arounds may be carried forward even after quarantine ends. Shelley reveals what she’s most proud of when she thinks back on the year. What Shelley is hopeful for in the coming year.   QUOTES “You need to reevaluate every message you’re putting out there.” “[COVID] isn’t gonna stop us from doing great work. We’re gonna figure this out.” “We’re all in it together and you know we’re doing crazy things, but we can do it.” “Just because it’s successful doing it the way we’ve always done it, doesn’t mean we have to not look forward to what’s coming.” “What you’ve always done isn’t going to always work.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

To get the low-down on what’s going on in our industry, Lisa and Tara spoke to some of SanMar’s channel managers across the country, including Rachelle Manning, Ken Snyder and Mark Bailey. In this episode, our guests discuss how the sporting goods industry has dealt with nearly every sport being canceled this year, they elaborate on how they’ve found ways to make virtual meetings work for them,and they explain why they’re feeling optimistic about the rest of Q4 of 2021.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE Sporting Goods Channel Manager Rachelle Manning discusses how the communal nature of sports brings people together even during hard times. Industrial Laundry Channel Manager Ken Snyder reveals that he was pleasantly surprised at how flexible SanMar’s customers have been during the course of the pandemic. Decorator and Digital Solutions Channel Manager Mark Bailey gets into some of the unexpected product trends to come out of this past year.   QUOTES “Everyone is seeing a little bit of light at the end of the tunnel.” “I always think there will be a place for in-person meetings, but I think it’s gonna be really different down the road.” “Those vertical collateral materials really helped them understand where they needed to move to, and we gave them what they needed to make it as easy as possible.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

In this Episode, Ryan and I welcome Kara Johnson a Senior Merchandiser who works on the Allmade Apparel line with SanMar, as well as one of our Allmade co-founders Rogier Ducloo to talk about India Organic garment manufacturing and the manufacturing landscape of india as a whole. This episode is filled with exciting sneak peaks of what's coming in 2021 for Allmade, as well as a behind the scenes look at our process for finding ethical manufacturing. ------ Calculate your impact using our impact calculator: https://allmade.com/pages/impact JOIN THE MOVEMENT #FEELYOURIMPACT Have Questions? Email us at contact@allmade.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allmade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/allmadeapparel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allmadeapparel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allmadeapparel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/allmadeapparel

To get the low-down on what’s going on in our industry, Lisa and Tara spoke to some of SanMar’s territory managers across the country, including Matt Foley, Chris Smith, Ben Prasad and Alisha Proffit. In this episode, our guests discuss how Q4 looks around the country, which industries are doing well, and how customers have adapted to the current business climate.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE Matt notices a shift away from PPE purchases. Why virtual meetings are here to stay. How Ben pulled off a parking lot tradeshow. What Alisha thinks has been a silver lining that’s come out of the pandemic.   QUOTES “When the world shut down and everyone went virtual, business pretty much went there as well.” “Sustainability has been a really big story for us this year.” “If we don’t have the right answers now, find a solution, find a network and I think we’re a great network to find those solutions.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Deep Dive - Vicki Ostrom - Trends Chef Kate Plummer talks with trend expert Vicki Ostrom from SanMar about what's trending now. Their conversation ranges from Create-It-Yourself, to cottagecore to why tie-dye is seeing a resurgence. Join us every Wednesday over on Twitter for a brand new #promochat 3:00PM Eastern, Noon Pacific

John Lindgren and Cindy Crank are considered to be the driving forces behind SanMar’s tradeshows, which have undergone a significant virtual shift this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, John and Cindy discuss how the tradeshow industry is reacting and adapting to COVID-19, weigh the pros and cons of physical vs. virtual tradeshows and ponder the future of these events.   THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE What has the shift to virtual and remote work been like for John and Cindy? What’s it like to attend a virtual tradeshow? How do they replicate the feeling of attending one of SanMar’s shows in a virtual environment? One benefit a virtual tradeshow provides that its physical counterpart really can’t. Looking toward the future of post-COVID tradeshows.   QUOTES “As time goes on, these different platforms are getting better and better with their communications and offerings.” “What we don’t have in the real world is clicks.” “If you have goals of trying to find new products, if you are looking for a specific customer, get all your stuff in order and do your homework ahead of time.”   LINKS SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Learn how to price heat transfers with Supacolor's Rum Walia and Mike Modgill on this episode of the PrintHustlers Podcast! Download the Supacolor Price Calculator and learn more here: https://www.printavo.com/blog/how-to-price-heat-transfers The Basics of Pricing Heat Transfers: You can price heat transfers with a very simple formula. You simply add together: -Your desired margin -Your press charge -The price of the heat transfer. -You can also amortize additional business costs into your heat transfer prices. For example, Supacolor has a flat-rate 2-day shipping charge of $15 for their heat transfers. You can add that as a setup fee for the entire order, or have heat transfers shipped in bulk and spread the fee across several orders. Let's discuss what each element of the heat transfer price equation (Markup + Press Charge + Heat Transfer Price) really means. "Margin" This is simply the amount above the price of the heat transfer that you charge. 30% to 50% margins are an ideal target. Supacolor recommends charging a different margin depending on your customer and the complexity of the job. A wholesale account may get a lower margin, while a retail customer would likely receive a higher margin. "Press Charge" This is a flat, per-piece charge that's applied to each piece. Consider this the "fee" for using your heat press for the product. While SanMar suggests starting with a $1 press charge, Supacolor claims that $0.60 is a reasonable fee. “Nobody can tell you that $0.60 is the press charge you should go with no matter what. You're going to have to make adjustments to these numbers. SanMar, for instance, recommends going up to $1.” - Rum Walia of Supacolor We show you how to more accurately calculate your press charge later in this article. "Heat Transfer Price" Supacolor has a 20 piece minimum order quantity and flat-rate, 2-day shipping. This means, for all intents and purposes, calculating the actual price of the heat transfer is very easy. You can just add the shipping cost ($15) to each heat transfer. Like a screen printing shop, Supacolor gives bulk discounts. Their products are arranged by sizes. Heat transfers were traditionally sold in sheets, so there was incentive to purchase as many logos as possible for a given transfer. Supacolor's system doesn't require you to play that kind of game. Download Supacolor's Price Calculator and price your heat press and heat transfer prints perfectly: https://www.printavo.com/blog/how-to-price-heat-transfers Try Printavo: https://www.printavo.com Join us at PrintHustlers Conf: https://www.printhustlers.com Check out Printavo Merch: https://www.printavo.com/merch Follow us on Instagram for all of the latest updates: https://www.instagram.com/printavo

Lisa and Tara had the opportunity to speak with Davis Smith, the founder and CEO of Cotopaxi, a company that makes innovative outdoor gear while also giving back to the global community. It’s also the newest addition to the SanMar family. In this episode, Davis reveals what goes into making Cotopaxi’s hip AND sustainable bags, discusses the company’s core values and talks about how a kid named Edgar shaped his desire to help the world.    THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS EPISODE Davis explains where Cotopaxi got its name and what went into selecting the llama as its mascot. How Davis’ love of adventure and exploration influenced the direction Cotopaxi has taken. How Cotopaxi produces sustainable, colorful, one-of-a-kind bags. What brought Cotopaxi to work with SanMar. Breaking down how exactly Cotopaxi gives back to communities. Davis’ connection and reunion with Edgar, the boy who changed the track of Davis’ life.   QUOTES “We didn’t have a lot of money but we could definitely adventure.” “Anyone that has adventured or seen the world or spent time in the outdoors has connected with something bigger than themselves.” “We felt like if there was a time for us to focus on doing good, it was today.” “It’s just really important to build those rituals and traditions around those values so that they’re not just words on the wall but they’re something that everyone lives every single day.”   LINKS Cotopaxi: https://www.cotopaxi.com/ SanMar U: http://www.education.sanmar.com/ SanMar’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanmarcorp/ SanMar’s Twitter: @sanmar_corp SanMar’s Instagram: @sanmar_corp

Hola! en este podcast me puse a filosofar, para variar, sobre mi desarrollo en Polonia y cómo ha sido pasar por todo el proceso personal para llegar a adaptarse a un país tan diferente al nuestro. Sígueme en IG y dime que piensas ahi o en los comentarios aquí abajo: https://www.instagram.com/riki_sanmar/ Es un gusto conocerte y será un placer estar conectados, no dudes en contactarme para cualquier cosa que necesites en cuanto a marketing, negocios y autodesarrollo, ojalá podamos descifrar juntos esta nueva realidad para que alcancemos nuestros objetivos.

Be nice and tell the truth. Marty Lott attributes his nearly 50-year career and the massive growth of Top 40 supplier SanMar to those two kindergarten lessons. In this Promo Insiders episode, Lott reflects on growing SanMar from his parents’ basement and discusses how the company has endured the COVID-19 crisis.

The juicy details behind SanMar's rise are in here. The biggest purchaser of t-shirts and apparel will leave you stunned: from humble beginnings in Seattle to a powerhouse multinational manufacturer and distributor in a competitive industry. Screen printing is in good hands with people like SanMar President Jeremy Lott, and you'll know why as soon as you listen to this exclusive interview. Get the scoop here: https://www.printavo.com/blog/sanmar-with-jeremy-lott Apparel wholesale giant SanMar has a fascinating story. Join President Jeremy Lott on this episode of the PrintHustlers podcast. Jeremy manages more than 4,000 employees at his family’s company – but he wasn’t born with a silver spoon in his mouth. “I really had to prove to everyone that I deserved it. So I worked my ass off to get here,” Jeremy says. SanMar became a distribution company after Jeremy’s dad sent every screen print shop in Seattle a letter with his customer list. “I’m not going to be your competitor anymore. Here’s my customer list. But I’d love to be your supplier,” Jeremy recounted. By staying small and developing a niche ability to source and manufacture garments like polo shirts, SanMar rose to prominence. Overcoming one of the apparel industry’s major challenges during the 1990s, SanMar strategically moved toward making their own apparel. Jeremy explained: “The power imbalance between the mills and the wholesalers was huge. We started making our own product. From private label, to sourcing – we became a real apparel company.” In the 2000s, SanMar expanded its footprint and developed deeper relationships with world-class brands. More info and truly wild stories from SanMar: https://www.printavo.com/blog/sanmar-with-jeremy-lott On pace to grow at more than 8% through 2020, SanMar – like many others in the custom apparel industry – has been hit hard by the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic. “But the most important time I spend is with my leadership team. That’s really what I prioritize in my day,” Jeremy says. Despite not seeing his team for more than 4 months, SanMar’s talented staff has stepped up to the challenge – without a single layoff. SanMar continues to invest in technology to lead the way toward sustainable practices. Jeremy dives into SanMar’s focused mission on sustainability, detailing how the company uses king grass to generate clean electricity for its South American manufacturing facilities. From managing 4,000 employees to re-inventing how apparel companies generate energy, SanMar and President Jeremy Lott have led the industry toward a brighter future. Printavo's blog has tons of interviews, insights, and ridiculously good articles about screen printers: https://www.printavo.com/blog/sanmar-with-jeremy-lott Try Printavo: https://www.printavo.com Join us at PrintHustlers Conf: https://www.printhustlers.com Check out Printavo Merch: https://www.printavo.com/merch Follow us on Instagram for all of the latest updates: https://www.instagram.com/printavo

We welcome back Henry Ma of RIcoma to talk about what business can be doing to bounce back from the COVID-19 situation. We look to best practices when it comes to our existing customers and also talk about what we should be gearing up for as we work our way through summer. This will be a great conversation with guest, Henry Ma to see what we can do to make our businesses better. Sponsored by: Impressions Expo. Use the Promo Code RegularGuysIE for a FREE Expo Pass! Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News It's official, DAX Chicago on August 7-8 is out for 2020. That will wrap up the DAX show season.Katie at NBM tells us their Cleveland show for September 25-26 is now canceled as well. From Mel Lay from AllMade Apparel during a panel discussion earlier this week. For anyone who doesn't know, AllMade makes a tri-blend shirt in Haiti with a great story about living wages, environmentally friendly,  recycling water bottles, etc. She announced on the panel that AllMade will be introducing an organic 100% cotton shirt in 2021. It will be available from their new distribution partner SanMar. Dad Joke: What did the alien say to the gardener? Take me to your weeder. How Businesses Bounce Back Terry: Henry Ma is a business expert who has helped over 3,000 startups and established business owners in over 140 countries grow their decorated apparel businesses. And very recently Henry was promoted from COO to CEO at Ricoma. As the host of Apparel Academy, a show on Ricoma's YouTube channel, he offers insights and strategies for people looking for success in the decorated apparel industry. His advice and tips reach a loyal community of over 100,000 subscribers on email, Facebook, and YouTube. Aaron: Henry, today we're talking about How Businesses Bounce Back after Covid 19 or any mass interruption in business. First, are we bouncing back now? -Restrictions being lifted, businesses opening up -Lots of businesses were started in the middle of a crisis, so there is potential to start your business or grow it by taking advantage of some of the positive repercussions like less competition. Terry: As Aaron mentioned, we could be bouncing back from a variety of business setbacks. Is part of this (and I know the horse is out of the barn on this particular event)  being prepared in the first place? -Should always have a safety net when it comes to savings when you have a business.  -Owning a business is always a risk and must be prepared for the ups and downs of the market. -Having a second form of revenue is always a good idea if you can manage it. Think about selling your own brand and not wait for custom orders. Aaron: As we start to bounce back here, how can we both leverage and support our existing customer base? -reach out to customers you've had in the past for repeat orders -see if they like any new items relevant to the times- i.e. contact a business you created uniforms for and see if they'd like matching masks. -reach out to existing customers for referrals to gain new customers.  -upsell and offer bundles to new customers to increase revenue Terry: I've seen some industry sources sharing your video advocating for starting a business post Covid 19; why do you think this is a good time to start an embroidery business? -less competition -lots more qualified people looking for jobs you can hire for le...

A conversation with Jeremy Lott, Owner and President of Seattle based SanMar, on aligning economic strategies with a purpose-driven company.