Accounting
Art Department
Customer Service Department
Digital Department
Embroidery Department
Finishing Department
Marketing Department
Management
Finance
Screen Print Department
Shipping and Receiving Department
ART DEPARTMENT
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BRENT BLANC - COLOR SEPARATOR
Born and raised in Chicago and member of the subterranean Novem Studios. Avid photographer and doodler extraordinaire.
Drivel: www.twitter.com/brentcal
Doodads: www.flickr.com/bcalico
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JAKE SAUNDERS - PRODUCTION ARTIST
I'm an artist hailing form Muncie, IN. I got my BFA and MA in printmaking from Ball State University and my MFA in studio art from the University of Connecticut. When I'm not working on art for your decorated apparel, I'm painting, drawing, taking photos, making collages and getting smelly and dirty. I'm vegan, near sighted, a cat person and I think I'm an Aries.
www.jakesaunders.net
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JEFF DRISKILL - ART DIRECTOR
I moved to Chicago from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 17 years ago to attend The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. I had to drop out of school due to financial reasons leaving me in a situation with no real work skills. I began to work full time going through several jobs until I found Sharprint. I have been with Sharprint for 15 years and counting. I began my career at Sharprint mixing and matching inks. During my years here I managed to get my BFA at SAIC. Once I received my degree I was asked to move into the film department. Now I am in film production and loving it. Sharprint has been very good to me over the years.
I am obsessed with art and music. I strive to create art to fulfill my creative urges whether it be visual art or music. I am very serious about creating my world and happiness through art. Just look at my photo. See very serious…
Check out my sites: The Ring and TuneCore: The Human Baby
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TARA ZANZIG - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
I love art. All kinds of it.
I love the ocean. No place I'd rather be.
I love a good beer too. I ain't gonna lie.
FB | TWITTER | FLICKR | VIMEO | WEB
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CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
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CLARE GRAY - SALES! SALES! SALES!
I'm a mixed bag at Sharprint selling apparel and hard goods. Work from a satellite office in NY, I hang out with my Beagle and Dachshund while making it all happen along with the great staff in Chicago. Creative and knowledgeable. After almost 20 years in this business I still love seeing the finished product.
Let me help you! cgray@sharprint.com
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JAZMIN ESTRADA - INSIDER
Friendly, out-going, and beautiful. Jazmin is new to Sharprint in 2012 and already has a variety of experience and expertise. She started in screen production, spent some time as the receptionist, and now works with clients on their orders. Jazmin loves to bake and cheesecake is a favorite. She also loves doing pedicures, manicures, and plays 16" softball.
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GARVIN HUGHES ACCOUNT MANAGER
Family Guy is the best television show ever.
I enjoy traveling and meeting new and exciting people.
Blue is my favorite color.
In 5 years I hope to become an HR Director for a major corporation.
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LANA MATEJIC - ACCOUNT MANAGER
Born and raised in Belgrade, Serbia (Nothing like a little old world charm)...
Absolutely love baking (some mean pastries) and people that I am working with (some awesome people).
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ZACH CORN - ACCOUNT MANAGER, PRODUCTION ARTIST
Pittsburgh born and raised but Chicago is my home. When I am not working I am making music or tasting the spice of life. I keep a fairly strict diet of Wendy's and I enjoy listening to eclectic music, going fast, and watching cheesy TV marathons. @zachcorn
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WENDY ROWMAN - ACCOUNT MANAGER
Wendy joined the team in February 2012 and stepped right into the groove like she had been here since we opened our doors. Wendy was actually born in Puerto Rico and moved to Chicago as a baby. She’s got a young daughter and grown son, but you’d never guess by looking at her. Maybe it’s all the dancing that keeps her so young? Wendy is a huge fan of all kinds of music, but salsa is the favorite. All the clients want to work with her - not just because she’s a perfectionist, but because she’s so friendly, easy-going, and always smiling.
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DIGITAL DEPARTMENT
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ADOLFO HERNANDEZ - DIGITAL DEPARTMENT HEAD
Adolfo is one out-going and charismatic guy. He digs playing music (guitar) and paintball. Adolfo loves Puerto Rican food and is always down for a good party. Fortunately for us, he's into printing and technology too. We're so happy to have him running our digital print department!
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FINISHING DEPARTMENT
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JEANETTE MARTINEZ - FINISHING DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Jeanette, our Finishing Department Manager, was born and raised in Chicago and has been with Sharprint for 7 years. Starting as a Receptionist, Janette worked her way up to management. She has two boys and loves styling her friends’ hair after work. Janette is a self professed tomboy who loves sports.
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MANAGEMENT
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GEORGE KILIAN - FOUNDER
I thrive on creativity.
We're changing the world one t-shirt at a time.
I am grateful for absolutely everything.
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KATHY HANSEN - OPERATIONS & HR MANAGER
I have been with Sharprint for 8 years. Met my husband here and after dating for seven years we married last year in Galena, IL. We live in Logan Square with our cats and enjoy discovering new restaurants, spending time on our back deck and working out with our personal trainer.
Check us out at www.calvinandkathy.com
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FINANCE
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BARBARA KUDLA - ACCOUNTING / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Barbara may be modest and unassuming, but don't let that fool you. She loves a good party. She's an avid cyclist and a terror on the downhill ski slope. Uber detailed and organized, Barbara keeps our books up to the number.
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ANGELA CHILADS - PURCHASING MANAGER
Angela is one of the sweetest people you could meet. She started as the Sharprint receptionist and became purchasing manager not even a year later. Born and raised here in Chicago, Angela likes reading, playing X-box, and she LOVES football. The Denver Broncos are her guys, for the record. Let's keep that straight.
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SCREEN PRINT DEPARTMENT
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JOSE NEGRON - SCREEN TECHNICIAN
Jose has been the "screen" in screen printing at Sharprint for over 23 years. When he's not burning positives he loves spending time with his wife, Evelyn, of 34 years. Together they have 3 kids and 6 grandkids. Jose is easy-going, friendly, and super chill. He digs pretty much any sport, especially White Sox baseball. Catching a game with Jose is one of the best times, no question.
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CALVIN HODGE - INK TECHNICIAN, MAYOR OF SHARPRINT
I have been with Sharprint for 13 years. My motto is “get in where you can fit in”. I have done most jobs on the production floor except for printing. As a senior staff member I try to help the new comers navigate the first few days at Sharprint.
In my off time I like to play chess, listen to jazz music and spend time with my wife.
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CARLOS BALLESTEROS - SCREEN PRINT PRODUCTION MANAGER
Each Thanksgiving, Carlos puts a squeegee on the table - no matter where he is. You might too if you’d been screen printing for last 24 years as he has. What keeps him coming back year after year? “Every day is different, you know?...It’s like a roller coaster - some days you want to quit, some days it’s just awesome.” Born in Monterey, Mexico, Carlos is the proud father of 2 sons and a daughter.
He loves to fish and is on the Gulf doing just that whenever possible.
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SAMANTHA RAMIREZ - SCREEN PRINT PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR
When Sam was a little girl she wanted to be a cop because she thought it was cool. Well, the CPD really missed out because she would have been one of the good ones. You'd never find her in a doughnut shop though, because cheesecake is her sweet of choice. In all seriousness, she's a really caring person and how people feel really matters to her. Super smart too - you definitely want Samantha on your side.
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CHINO - PRESS OPERATOR
Chino is definitely one of the most easy-going folks you'd ever be so lucky to meet. He's a real nice and out-going person that can make any one feel relaxed. Chino's down for just about anything - he likes to be moving around, having a good time, and is totally up for the next challenge that arrises.
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SHIPPING AND RECEIVING DEPARTMENT
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LUKE DUHEM - MANAGER, SHIPPING & RECEIVING
Luke is the head of shipping and receiving and one of the most genuine people you could ever meet. Originally from Mendota, IL, he moved to Chicago in 2000. A favorite day for him is Friday 13 - August 2010, specifically. Not for the reason you might think...that’s the day his son was born. He digs music and spending time with the people he loves most. Free of responsibility and infinite income, Luke would travel the world.
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