In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, we sit down with the screen printing legend himself: Riley Hopkins. From building his first press in a San Francisco warehouse to losing millions and bouncing back, Riley shares a brutally honest, no-fluff story of innovation, risk, and perseverance.

With nearly 50 years in the screen printing industry, Riley helped shape what it looks like today—from launching rotary manual presses to teaming up with Ryonet. He opens up about the highs, the lows, and everything in between, including the moment he lost $4.5M in 15 minutes and what it took to come out stronger.
If you’re a maker, entrepreneur, or someone with a bar-napkin idea, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of Let's Talk Shop, we sit down with Jay, owner of Threaded Ink, to explore how he transitioned from a 21-year career in local government to running a thriving screen printing and heat transfer production business. Jay shares his journey of navigating the learning curve of DTF (Direct to Film) printing, overcoming challenges with equipment, and building a community-focused brand that delivers high-quality apparel. Whether you're a seasoned print shop owner or considering adding DTF production to your services, this conversation is packed with insights on scaling your business, maintaining quality, and fostering a positive company culture.

Welcome back to another episode of Let’s Talk Shop! 🎙️ Today, Brandon sits down with Victor Peña, the founder and CEO of OmniPrint International, to dive deep into the world of garment decoration, digital printing, and business growth. 💡

Victor shares his journey—from his early days in engineering to building a global brand in direct-to-garment (DTG) and direct-to-film (DTF) printing. They discuss the rise of DTF, how it’s changing the industry, and whether it’s a complement or competitor to screen printing. Plus, Victor drops invaluable business insights for shop owners, from when to invest in equipment to scaling your operations.