The Print Shop

What The Print Shop does

The Print Shop (legally The Print Shop 4U) is a privately held, founder-owned full-service design and print studio headquartered at 110 N Almont Avenue, Imlay City, Michigan, founded in 2013 and acquired by current owner Rebecca Homer in December 2015. The company produces custom physical print and signage products — banners, business cards, flyers, invitations, stickers, window graphics, vehicle graphics and wraps, sports signage, wedding signage, cornhole boards, Big Head cutouts, and blueprint scanning/printing — using traditional offset and large-format digital printing equipment operated by an in-house team of roughly six people, supplemented by in-house graphic design and logo/brand identity services.

The customer base is almost entirely local: small and medium-sized businesses, sole proprietors, schools, municipal entities (e.g., Village of Almont), nonprofits, sports organizations (Imlay City High School, Jr. Spartans), and individual consumers running personal events such as weddings, fundraisers, and community festivals. Pricing is quote-based rather than publicly listed, lead times are stated at 4-10 days, and there is no e-commerce or self-serve online ordering — all work flows through in-person visits, phone, email, or a website 'Get a Quote' form. Distribution is exclusively direct via the single Imlay City storefront.

The revenue model combines one-time custom product sales with embedded professional design services; double-sided business cards are offered at no extra charge, and design/file-preparation assistance is bundled into the offering. Marketing relies on community sponsorship (10+ local sports teams, schools, and festivals), Chamber of Commerce and Women's Networking Group participation, an active Facebook page, and a project-gallery website built by Trust Design Agency. The company has raised no external funding, operates without subsidiaries, and shows no signs of geographic or channel expansion beyond the immediate Imlay City / Thumb Region Michigan area.

Name

The Print Shop

Legal name

The Print Shop 4U

Website

https://theprintshop4u.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Print Shop (The Print Shop 4U) is a founder-owned, full-service design and print studio in Imlay City, Michigan, producing custom banners, signage, business cards, vehicle graphics, and specialty print products for local small businesses, schools, nonprofits, and individual consumers via a single storefront and quote-based direct sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing and Graphic Design Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing and Related Support Activities (323), Graphic Design Services (54143)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750), Service Industries For The Printing Trade (2790)

akta.pro primary industry

Large-Format & Specialty Printing (Signage, Posters, Displays) (MPAJALAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

On‑Demand Copy & Print Shops (Walk‑In / Quick Print) (EDAEAJAA)

Keywords

• Custom signage printing
• Large format digital printing
• Graphic design services
• Vehicle wrap installation
• Commercial printing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Imlay City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Print Products: One-time sale of custom printed products including banners, business cards, flyers, invitations, stickers, window graphics, vehicle graphics, sports signage, wedding signage, business signage, cornhole boards, and blueprints. Double-sided business cards are offered at no extra charge.
2. Design Services: In-house design services to create or refine artwork and brand identity (logos, signage). Design assistance with file preparation is provided to ensure print-ready, optimized results.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Print Shop is a full-service design and print studio in Imlay City, Michigan that produces custom printed materials including banners, business cards, business signage, vehicle graphics, window graphics, wedding signage, sports signage, flyers, invitations, stickers, logos, cornhole boards, blueprints, and Big Head cutouts. An in-house team of graphic designers handles concept creation, logo and brand identity design, file preparation, and artwork optimization for print-ready production. Orders are taken via walk-in, phone, email, and a website quote request form, with 4-10 day project lead times and no self-serve e-commerce.

Product overview

The Print Shop is a full-service design and print studio offering a comprehensive portfolio of print and design products. The core offering includes custom signage (business signage, sports signage, wedding signage, window graphics, vehicle graphics), promotional materials (banners, flyers, business cards, stickers), event products (invitations, wedding signage), and specialty items (cornhole boards, Big Head cutouts, blueprints). Design services include logo creation and custom artwork. The company also offers file preparation assistance to ensure print-ready, optimized results.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Banners Custom-designed standard and mesh banners for sports recognition, business promotion, grand openings, birthday celebrations, weddings, gender reveals, and other occasions.
• Blueprints Blueprint scanning and printing services for construction projects and marketing materials, offered as one of the few local businesses providing this capability.
• Business Cards Custom business card printing with double-sided printing available at no extra charge, designed for professional networking and brand representation.
• Business Signage High-quality, eye-catching signage for businesses of all sizes, designed to help make a great first impression and stand out from competition.
• Cornhole Boards Custom cornhole board design and printing service featuring personalized graphics for backyard BBQs, company events, and team-themed events.
• Flyers Professional flyer design and high-quality printing for promotional materials, events, fundraisers, and marketing campaigns.
• Invitations Custom event invitations for weddings, birthday parties, and other celebrations that reflect unique style and vision, creating memorable first impressions.
• Logos Logo design services for creating new logos for businesses and designing custom artwork to help elevate brand identity.
• Stickers Custom sticker and label printing for businesses and marketing materials in various sizes and quantities.
• Vehicle Graphics Vehicle graphic design and installation services for businesses looking to maximize advertising potential on the go through mobile branding.
• Sports Signage Custom sports signs that inspire and motivate, including team promotion, victory celebrations, and fan support displays.
• Wedding Signage Personalized wedding signage including welcome signs, guest signing options, venue directions, and seat charts with elegant designs.
• Window Graphics Window graphics design and installation for buildings to create stunning visual displays that attract customers and boost brand visibility.
• Big Heads Custom Big Head cutouts featuring enlarged photos of athletes, celebrities, or individuals for sporting events and fan support.

Named customers24 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Imlay City Chamber of CommercecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024The Print Shop is an active member of the Imlay City Chamber of Commerce and sponsors the Chamber of Commerce Gala. Owner Rebecca Homer is also a member of the Imlay City Women's Networking Group, providing referral and networking opportunities within the local business community.
• Imlay City Boys BaseballminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024The Print Shop is a proud sponsor of Imlay City Boys Baseball, providing banner and signage support for the local youth sports organization.
• Imlay City Girls SoftballminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024The Print Shop is a proud sponsor of Imlay City Girls Softball, providing banner and signage support.
• Imlay City Jr. Spartans Football/CheerminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024The Print Shop is a proud sponsor of the Imlay City Jr. Spartans Football/Cheer organization.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• FedEx Office: National retail chain offering walk-in printing, copying, signage, and basic design services — competes for SMB and walk-in print customers within a much broader service portfolio.
• The UPS Store: National franchise offering basic printing and copying services alongside shipping — competes for entry-level SMB print customers in similar local markets.
• Cimpress / Vistaprint: Largest online print platform for business cards, banners, flyers, signs, and promotional products — sets the price benchmark that local print shops like The Print Shop must justify against.
• Office Depot: Office superstore providing printing, copying, and basic signage services — competes on convenience and price for small-business print buyers.
• Staples Print & Marketing Services: Big-box office retailer offering in-store and online printing, signage, and promotional products — competes for SMB customers that might otherwise walk into a local print shop.

Direct peers

• Signarama: Franchise signage and graphics provider offering custom signs, vehicle wraps, and banners with similar SMB and trade-business customer base.
• SpeedPro Imaging: Large-format printing franchise focused on vehicle wraps, banners, and environmental graphics — a direct competitor in the higher-margin segments of The Print Shop's catalog.
• FASTSIGNS: Franchise network specializing in signage, banners, vehicle wraps, and window graphics — directly overlapping The Print Shop's highest-ticket services for SMB and trade customers.
• Minuteman Press: Franchise-based local print and design shops offering business cards, banners, signage, vehicle graphics, and promotional products with similar full-service design-plus-print positioning to The Print Shop.
• AlphaGraphics: Franchise print and marketing services network offering commercial printing, signage, and design services to SMBs and local business customers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ThePrintShop4U

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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