Erie’s premier printing solution
About
Us
Printing Concepts is under new ownership, as of 2021. Printing Concepts has evolved from a small firm into one of the most respected and inspiring printers in the tri-state area, filling a 30,000 sq. ft. printing facility.
Our Story
Since 1969 PRINTING CONCEPTS has been the premier commercial offset and digital printing partner of choice for many of the TRI-STATE REGION’S leading corporations and organizations. As a strategic vendor, our focus is on partnering with clients to engineer creative solutions for their print communications and integrated marketing. Our staff is always available to assist you in planning your projects. Come visit us . . . if you prefer we’ll come visit you!
We have earned a reputation for exceptionally high-quality work, a dedicated commitment to customers, and are continually looking for ways to grow and improve our services. With Printing Concepts, you get more than just a premier printing company – you get a team dedicated to your success. We utilize the latest technology in sheet fed and digital printing, a complete mail distribution system with variable data capabilities, binding and specialty options such as foil-stamping, scratch-off printing and embossing, and our Kodak Insite proofing software where you can upload, review, and approve files online. Printing Concepts is dedicated to you.
We work to bring your vision to life.
Whether you need restaurant menus, or mugs, we have your printing needs covered!
Our Mission
Make all of your creative projects stress free by working with a great team of professionals that offer decades of experience and production knowledge.
At Printing Concepts, we provide our customers a quality product and to meet their needs through continuous growth in technology and excellent customer service.
Ethics Strategies
Printing Concepts operates on a set of four top ethics strategies:
Honesty
We run an honest business with respect to our customer and their printing needs.
Integrity
We run our company with integrity; we will not compromise at the cost of personal, professional, or social risk.
Commitment
We are committed to delivering a clean, safe, well equipped workplace bringing good results for both employees and customers.
Respect
We will treat everyone — customers and employees — fairly and with dignity, in a friendly manner.
Our Team
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Chuck Herron
Owner
Chuck is an Erie based entrepreneur with investments ranging from Printing Concepts to high end dining to municipal finance. He is also an angel investor in many startups, lending his expertise to others trying to build companies that will help transform the greater Northwest PA region.
Off hours Chuck can be found on his boat on Lake Erie or inside the engine of an old car.
Doug Dunham
Sales
Doug has been in the printing business for 45 years. He grew up in the business as his father owned a print/sign shop. His son is involved in the business as the Production manager.
Doug loves to flyfish, tie flies during the winter, and archery hunt. He also enjoys cooking, plus he has 6 grandchildren which he spoils and then sends home.
LuAnn Shidemantle
Customer Service
As part of the customer service team, LuAnn enjoys the ongoing diversity and prospects she works with on a daily basis, including the challenges and creativity put forth to successfully support customers from start to finish.
A pasta connoisseur, LuAnn enjoys Italian cuisine after spending time outside gardening and enjoying the summer evenings.
Kelly Craig
Pre-Press
Kelly brings over 30 years of design and marketing experience to Printing Concepts. With expertise in technical illustrating, desktop publishing, branding, advertising, social media, and more, she provides clients with a wide spectrum of creative offerings.
Kelly and husband, Ron, have two grown children, 3 spoiled Bernese Mountain Dogs, 2 shelter cats, and a pink axolotl.
Alyssa Craig
Customer Service Rep.
Alyssa was born and raised in Erie, PA, and graduated from Penn State University with a Master’s in Business Administration in 2016.
She has a cat named Hank Williams Jr, and in her spare time she enjoys gardening, going to concerts, and coaching gymnastics at Tumble 84.
Zach Herron
Chief Operating Officer
Zach loves the fact that the printing business brings a different challenge and experience every day
After hours you can find him enjoying the evening with his Wife and young son, Parker.
Derek Dunham
Production Manager
Derek has been in the printing business for 25 years. Having grown up in the business as a third generation printer he knowledgeable in all aspects of the printing process.
When not at work he loves to archery hunt and golf. Having two sons, he is also heavily involved in youth athletics including coaching and facilitating.
Chuck Orton
Estimation
Paint it Blue would be his response to an art question as he listens to the Rolling Stones. As our project estimator, Chuck likes “the challenge of taking a blank sheet of paper and creating a finished product, exceeding customers’ expectations.”
Anna Wesley
Pre-Press
Anna holds a BA in Graphic Design from Mercyhurst University. From digital and animation to website design, she’s developed a well-rounded career. Anna looks forward to advancing her skills into the world of print production.
Outside the office, she can be found relaxing with her family and bulldog, enjoying Erie’s live music with friends, or lounging near a beach or pool.
Bruce Dunton
Sales
Bruce has been in the business world since 1980. He has a true passion for working with people. Bruce prides himself on treating customers as if they’re his only customer. It’s been a long ride, but Bruce feels blessed to be here!
In his spare time, he enjoys hiking with his Yellow English Lab, Missy Cody Montana.
Jim Geronimo
Vice President
Jim spends most of his days shepherding customer’s orders through the shop and assisting our customers with whatever their needs may be.
In his spare time he enjoys hanging out with his family, golfing and trying to figure out what his golden retriever wants next.
Jim Colvin
Creative Director
Jim says the challenging opportunities and ever changing landscape of printing allows him to be creative on the job.
As our resident Yoga guru and fresh foods expert, Jim likes to relax with his Golden Retriever, Jake, while listening to Adele on the weekends.
Cynthia Baum-Laffan
Pre-Press
Cynthia graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Fine and Applied Arts and has been designing and printing quality solutions in the graphics field ever since. From concept to completion, she has done almost every project imaginable.
Married with two children, she and her family enjoy camping and hiking, and performing in various venues – occasionally that includes fire.
Melissa Rogowski
List Management
Melissa graduated from Mercyhurst College with a Bachelor Degree in Visual Arts and stepped into the printing and mailing industry over 25 years ago.
She enjoys being outside in the garden and spoiling her niece and nephews. On weekends, you can find Melissa fishing for Lake Erie walleye.
Dea Woodword
Controller
Dea is an Erie native who joined the team August 2021. Dea has earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in General Business and her Master’s degree in Business Administration while working full-time. Dea has over 28 years of experience in Finance and Human Resources.
In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and singing.
About Us
Your solution for all your printing needs in Erie, PA. We constantly strive to deliver the highest-quality products possible. Contact us to bring your next project to life!
Printing Services Specific to Restaurants
Take-out menus, postcards, coupons, t-shirts, and more, we provide all the custom printing services your restaurant needs!
