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Printavo PrintHustlers Podcast

Printavo
Screen Printing
Printavo
Entrepreneurship
Customer Service
Print On Demand
Business Growth
Print Hustlers Conference
Leadership
Screen Printing Industry
Profitability
DTF Printing
DGI Apparel
Business Growth Strategies
Marketing Strategies
Sales Management
AS Colour
Labor Costs
Hiring Practices
Employee Management
Company Culture

Discover amazing stories & lessons from fellow shop owners and industry leaders. Hosted by Bruce Ackerman and Steven Farag

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Latest Episodes

John from Two Two Creative grew a PostNet location into one of the top 50 in the country, then walked away to build his own shop from zero. Today he runs a 16-person team in New Jersey, and vehicle wraps are the front door to everything else he sells... more

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This one's a bit different — Bruce breaks down 10 of his favorite takeaways from an interview he listened to on David Senra's podcast with Jason Fried, co-founder of 37signals (the company behind Basecamp) and author of Rework. From "your competition... more

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John Gibbs of Logo Daddy is back for round two — this time on how he restructured his role to buy back his time. He walks through building a leadership team he fully trusts, why he buys buildings instead of leasing, how automation replaced the need f... more

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The inventor of DTG printing joins the show. Matt Rhome filed the original patent in 1996, sold the tech to Brother, and now runs Quality & Efficiency at Sticker Mule. He tells the full story — the garage prototype, the $1.5M machine that almost neve... more

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Recent Guests

Jared AKT
Guest from AKT featured in the episode
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Episode: 38: How AKT Runs Payroll, Promotions & A Million-Dollar AR Book (Part 2)
Lee Stuart
Owner/CEO of Rogue Lab and Rogue Transfers, DTF printer-focused entrepreneur
Rogue Lab / Rogue Transfers
Episode: 32: Lee Stuart on What He'd Change: Hiring, Mental Health, and Life Past $1M
Matt Marcotte
Guest on AI and tools for printing
Campus Inc / ScreenPrint GPT
Episode: How One Shop Owner Got 15 Employees Using AI in 4 Months
Eduardo Carbia
Founder of Puro Print (Puerto Rico)
Puro Print
Episode: What Healthy Co-Founder Relationships Actually Cost
Dan Frank
Owner of Silver Screen Printing (Nevada)
Silver Screen Printing
Episode: Working Less is Not The Goal
Rodney McDonald
Founder of US ColorWorks
US ColorWorks
Episode: Taking a Manufacturing Approach to T-Shirt Production with Rodney McDonald
Brett Bowden
Founder involved with Made Lab and Printed Threads
Made Lab / Printed Threads
Episode: The Biggest Free Event in Screen Printing Is Happening at Made Lab | Brett Bowden
Alex Meiners
Co-founder of Family Industries
Family Industries / Print Hustlers guest
Episode: How This Screen Printing Shop Built Custom AI Tools (Without Hiring a Dev Team)
Dominic Rosacci
Owner of Superior Ink (guest on episode)
Superior Ink
Episode: The Print Shop Owner Who Stopped Chasing Revenue | Dom Rosacci

Hosts

Bruce Ackerman
Host of PrintHustlers Podcast; long-time print industry entrepreneur with broad involvement in shop operations and branding.
Steven Farag
Co-host and industry host with deep involvement in print shops and educational initiatives; frequently discusses operations, growth, and tech adoption.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Edit for 2025

    Edit for 2025: you guys are good dudes who put on a good show…but plz stop talking about general business guidance stuff. We don’t need to hear about bookkeeping or hiring, that could apply to any small business.

    Focus on things that are only specific to our industry and try to stay away from a “business coach” or “self help” type of vibe.

    You guys have also been spending a lot of time talking about your personal health and wellness stuff, and while we love you…no one cares to hear about tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sephz123
    United States10 months ago
  • Good dudes that put on a great show

    They really work hard to put on a good show. They have to put on a podcast that appeals to a huge range of custom apparel businesses from small shops to giant mega operations…which is a tall order.

    The episodes, guests, and topics do to seem to skew a bit more towards large garment decorating businesses, and towards traditional screen printing. I think mostly because that’s the ecosystem which both of them know the most about and where most of their contacts are.

    It could also just be that w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sephz123
    United States2 years ago
  • Good podcast but no notes

    Good podcast but no notes - please consider adding a short recap I. Episode notes, especially guest names/companies interviewed.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    apprater20202020
    United States4 years ago
  • Love the Podcast

    Very informative podcast. Super helpful behind the scene tips. Would love to hear you interview more female entrepreneurial screen printers (hint hint…pick Jacquie Mahan at The Awesome Company). Instagram @theawesomecompanyoffical

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JWM1225
    United States4 years ago
  • Great great stuff!!

    Keep em coming guys! Can’t get enough of this stuff thanks for all y’all do guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jornelas58
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate practical, industry-specific insights and real-world shop experiences.
Audience enjoys the balance of strategy with hands-on operations and leadership stories.
Feedback highlights a strong guest lineup and actionable takeaways, though some wish for deeper deep-dives into tech and equipment.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

34: He Invented the DTG Machine in 1995, Here’s What’s Next
Q: What was the earliest catalyst that led you to create a smaller, user-friendly DTG machine?
The idea emerged from recognizing that a huge, expensive machine limited adoption, so the team aimed to design a smaller, single-operator device by combining consumer-grade components with industrial capabilities, starting with a jet-ski inspired prototype and improvised build-outs.
39: Building in Freedom and Time Flexibility as an Owner
Q: When did industry relationships start to matter for you, and how did they influence growth?
Relationships started to matter about seven to eight years ago; going to shows and building friendships with suppliers and peers helped you access better equipment, support, and opportunities, turning conversations with folks you trust into practical advantages for the shop.
39: Building in Freedom and Time Flexibility as an Owner
Q: John, what did the org chart look like before the seven-year shift when you brought in a production manager?
Before Kurt, it was basically just Kathy and I handling the bulk of the orders; there was no dedicated production manager, so we relied on a more hands-on, two-person leadership structure.
32: Lee Stuart on What He'd Change: Hiring, Mental Health, and Life Past $1M
Q: How do you balance growth of two separate business lines while maintaining quality?
He describes systemizing and automating processes so that the transfer business can run largely on its own, allowing him to focus on scale and marketing while maintaining a high standard for main production.
32: Lee Stuart on What He'd Change: Hiring, Mental Health, and Life Past $1M
Q: What is your approach to documenting procedures and making them accessible?
He emphasizes that done is better than perfect, advocates for simple, child-accessible SOPs with photo steps and color-coding, and uses live signage with QR codes to link directly to step-by-step docs, ensuring 24/7 accessibility at the point of need.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Printavo PrintHustlers Podcast

What is Printavo PrintHustlers Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on real-world experiences from print shops and merch operations, with episodes tackling scaling, operations, financial discipline, and technology adoption shaping the industry. Listeners get practical guidance on building resilient businesses, adopting AI and automation, hiring, pricing, and strategic partnerships, all framed through hands-on shop leadership stories and guest perspectives from owners, operators, and industry innovators. A standout pattern is the emphasis on scalable systems, lean manufacturing, transparent financials, and the role of AI and modern tooling in transforming traditional screen printing and contract printing businesses. The format tends to balance tactical takeaways with candid, personal narrat... more

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7. Brett Bowden
8. Alex Meiners

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