PrintFam

TTMS

Welcome to the PrintFam Podcast, where we talk real business, no fluff. I’m Daron, joined by Daniel Pentecost, and together we dive into the ups, downs, and in-betweens of running print, promo, and laser businesses. We share what’s actually working for us (and what isn’t), have honest conversations with other shop owners, and pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build something that lasts. If you’re growing a shop, starting one, or just trying to make sense of this wild industry, you’ll fit right in.

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    0010 - How Small Promo Shops Beat Big Online Sellers

    Big online promo companies can afford loss leaders, massive marketing budgets, and misleading “starting at” pricing. Small businesses can’t, and shouldn’t try to compete that way.In this episode of the PrintFam Podcast, I’m joined by Daniel Pentecost from CLT Geek to break down how small promo businesses actually win: selling value instead of price, educating customers, saying no to bad-fit jobs, and becoming a trusted advisor instead of an order taker. We also talk about using buying groups like WePromo, leveraging online competitors to your advantage, and why cheap promo often does more harm than good.Join WePromo for Free - https://dtnay.com/wepromo✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    40 min

  2. 17 DEC

    0009 - Stop Chasing Shiny Objects

    In this episode, Gene from FireSprint breaks down the real side of web-to-print, why most shops don’t need it, and how chasing new equipment can quietly kill profitability. We talk bottlenecks, their vector feeder setup, shutting down screen print, and why doubling down on what already works matters more than the “next big thing.” The Goal by E Goldratt - https://dtnay.com/thegoal✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    50 min

  3. 10 DEC

    0008 - Koozie Group Deep Dive: Mergers, Made In USA, And Better Promo Gear

    In this episode of the Print Fam podcast, Daron sits down with Harold Wood, Director of Sales Operations at Koozie Group, along with co-host Daniel Pentecost from CLTGeek, to unpack what is actually happening inside Koozie Group right now and what it means for distributors.Harold explains how Norwood, Bic Graphic, Garyline, Imagine Brands, Skinner & Kennedy, and Garyline are coming together under the Koozie Group banner, what changes on January 2, 2026, and what will stay the same for existing customers. They talk about Koozie’s US manufacturing footprint, on-time performance, and why tariffs are pushing more buyers toward lower priced, but still smart, promo items.Sign up for WePromo - https://dtnay.com/wepromo✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    37 min

  4. 3 DEC

    0007 - Add Promo Without New Equipment With WePromo

    Sign up for WePromo - https://dtnay.com/wepromoJoin me, Daniel Pentecost from CLTGeek, and Marty Hartman from WePromo / Universal Unilink as we talk about how a free buying group can help small printers and promo distributors compete with the big players without buying more equipment.Marty breaks down exactly how WePromo works, why it is free to join, and how they negotiate EQP or better pricing with top suppliers, so you can keep more margin on the same jobs. We also dig into how they vet suppliers, when they step in as your advocate, and why reputation matters so much in promo.If you are a print shop, sign shop, or small promotional products distributor who wants to grow promo sales without a big capital spend, this is a good place to start.Download “50 Questions To Ask For More Business”: https://wepromo.net/50✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    44 min

  5. 26 NOV

    0006 - Practical Accounting Advice For Print Shops

    In this Print Fam podcast I talk with my accountant, Josh Pyne from Paramount Tax and Accounting. We walk through when it makes sense to stop doing your own books and hand them to a pro.We cover the difference between a bookkeeper, accountant, CPA, and EA, what they actually do, and who you really need. We also talk about being behind on reconciliations, using your books to make decisions, and how to avoid expensive cleanup work at tax time.We also get into receipts, mileage, home office, mixing personal and business, sales tax, and when someone should be a W2 employee versus a 1099 contractor.Get a free consultation to see if Josh and his team can help you.Josh Pyne385-529-0814jpyne@paramount.tax✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    1h 7m

  6. 12 NOV

    0005 - Crafting Meets Print: Real DTF Talk, Lasers, and 2026 Plans

    Angie Holden and Cori George join Daniel Pentecost and me to compare the crafting world with print after Printing United. We talk about where DTF and UV DTF are improving, what still isn’t ready for every shop, why buying transfers can beat home maintenance, how to pick the right laser tier, the Heat Press Roadmap mindset for smarter gear buys, and the basics that actually move the needle for 2026 like overhead in pricing, branding, and building an email list.• https://craftingcamps.com• Angie Holden -  https://youtube.com/@AngieHolden • Cori George -  https://youtube.com/@HeyLetsMakeStuff  • Heat Press Roadmap - https://dtnay.com/hpmap✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    43 min

  7. 5 NOV

    0004 - Stop Selling Cheap Swag: Print Fam Podcast at Printing United

    Welcome to the Print Fam podcast, recorded live at Printing United. Daniel Pentecost and I talk promo without the fluff: why I built https://Pen.City for trade-only wholesale pens, why we refuse cheap swag, and how switching from a 24-up rotary to an automated conveyor laser changed throughput from “babysit the machine” to 250–500 pens/hour on single-side runs.We cover artwork that actually engraves, which colors pop, minimums and price breaks, coded pricing, shipping realities, and how I stock inventory so distributors can say yes to 4,000-piece orders without panic. If you’re building a print, promo, or apparel business, this one’s for you.Chapters00:00 Printing United and the “We Do Exist” moment03:02 Why Pen.City exists and who it’s for09:10 Rotary vs automated laser throughput14:30 Artwork rules that won’t bite you later18:45 Inventory, colors that sell, and real minimums24:10 Coded pricing and how to quote29:00 Shipping trade-offs and rush oddities33:40 Quality is greater than quantity in promo38:10 Fulfillment, multi-ship, and big orders42:00 Your questions for future promo episodes✨Helpful Links:Website: https://timetomakesomething.comPayment Processor: https://dtnay.com/paymentsMy CRM: https://dtnay.com/ghlAmazon Store: https://dtnay.com/amazonSome links are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    44 min

  8. 29 OCT

    0003 - This Business Was an Accident (But It Worked)

    Why does https://BulkLaser.com exist? In this episode, I share how a failed laser experiment accidentally turned into a full business.We cover:• How I started BulkLaser.com• Why I sell pens, journals, and blanks for laser engravers• The real margins behind a “six-figure” business• How I balance inventory, family, and growing a side businessWhether you’re into printing, promotional products, or laser engraving — this is the behind-the-scenes story of building a business from the ground up.👉 Visit: https://BulkLaser.com

    42 min

  9. 22 OCT

    0002 - Box Makers, Bottlenecks, and Big Goals: FireSprint’s Road to $21 Million

    FireSprint has big plans, tripling revenue to $21 million.In this PrintFam Podcast episode, Daron sits down with Gene Hamzhie, CEO of FireSprint, and Daniel Pentecost from CLT Geek to talk about what it really takes to grow a trade-only print shop.We cover:• Why FireSprint invested in a $5,000/month custom box maker• How they’re tackling production bottlenecks and packaging challenges• Transitioning to Odoo for workflow automation• Building systems and people for scalable growth• Why firing people (the right way) can actually help them grow• Balancing equipment upgrades with team developmentFireSprint has been a long-time supporter of the PrintFam community, and they’re proving that growth isn’t just about machines, it’s about people, systems, and vision.👉 Get 10% off your first FireSprint order with coupon code DNSCUREVisit https://firesprint.com

    54 min

  10. 13 OCT

    0001 - Pilot episode - Printing United, Storage, and Promo

    Buy laser blanks https://bulklaser.com

    35 min
  • 10 Episodes

About

Welcome to the PrintFam Podcast, where we talk real business, no fluff. I’m Daron, joined by Daniel Pentecost, and together we dive into the ups, downs, and in-betweens of running print, promo, and laser businesses. We share what’s actually working for us (and what isn’t), have honest conversations with other shop owners, and pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build something that lasts. If you’re growing a shop, starting one, or just trying to make sense of this wild industry, you’ll fit right in.

Information

  • Creator
    TTMS
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © TTMS
  • Show Website
    PrintFam