Dave Siksnans founded Printful in 2012 when he was 22. He started this company when he saw a need in the printing industry for high-quality high-speed apparel printing. Through innovation Siksnans was able to act and find a market that he was able to take ahold of. Starting with 5 employees he is now over 500 employees nation wide. He has allowed his employees a flexible work schedule to give them the ability to perform at such a high level to help the business succeed. I think Siksnans is a true inspiration in his ability to reach a market that hadn’t been touched yet. Printful is able to impact the world by making high-quality prints, that are fairly inexpensive and fast for consumers. Through this Siksnans has seen huge success and continues to grow his company throughout the US. Siksnans emphasizes throughout the company that marketing and getting the brand as a household name lots of times is what will lead to the success of companies and shows the true innovative th0ught process of such a young entrepreneur.
Siksnans has also had the ability to create his success through partnerships with other companies such as Shopify. By working with other companies Printful was able to get on it’s feat and get through the challenges that many new small businesses run into. I believe his use of the resources around him shows a true entrepreneurial mind, and how to get ahead of the competitors. I think Dave is a great model for all of entrepreneurs to look up to and follow his steps for success.
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This is a great story! I myself have done quite a bit of custom apparel. I know the immense amount of work that goes into each product. I’ve seen the tedious and precise work required for screen printing, the expensive equipment necessary for DTG printing, and the hassle of heat transfer vinyl. The custom apparel industry is cutthroat and expensive. Profit margins are slim, and it’s nearly impossible to find a place in the market.
Great story on how he was able to overcome so many problems and being able to do it at such a young age. I love having custom t-shirt or anything a matter of fact. being able to work with other companies to make his company grow is such a big thing and smart. That way he can use their products to help him with his. I am glad he is able to make a profit in this industry as it is hard and every expensive business to run. I wish the best to him!
Printful is such a great resource! It’s so important to be willing to work with others who have experience and the ability to help you reach your goal. Dave took a risk to take hold of a market that had not yet been touched and that is so important for every entrepreneur!!