The Printing Factory Celebrates 30 Years of Printing, Partnerships, and Perseverance
MUNDELEIN, Ill. - Thirty years ago, John Petrovskis and business partner, Brad Kington, took a leap of faith and purchased a small commercial printing company in Mundelein. On August 26, 2026, The Printing Factory will celebrate three decades of serving businesses, schools, organizations, and communities throughout Lake County and beyond. What began as a small printing operation has evolved alongside an industry transformed by technology. Over the past 30 years, The Printing Factory has moved from the era
Why Direct Mail Outperforms Email — A Data-Driven Look for GLMV Businesses
Direct mail consistently delivers higher ROI, stronger brand recall, and longer-lasting customer engagement than email or social media advertising. For businesses across the GLMV communities — Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills, and Green Oaks — that means physical outreach isn't a relic of the pre-digital era; it's an underutilized edge. When your competitors are fighting for inbox space, a well-timed postcard or personalized letter does something no algorithm can: it sits on a customer's counter for
Before You Miss a Payment: How Racine Businesses Navigate a Downturn
When your business faces hard times, the most effective response is a sequence: audit your finances immediately, cut what doesn't drive revenue, renegotiate terms before deadlines pass, and lead your team with clarity. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data confirms that survival rates for new businesses fall hardest in recession years, underscoring how economic downturns disproportionately threaten businesses that aren't prepared. For owners in Racine — a manufacturing and healthcare hub anchored by legacy
Media Kits Made Simple: The Secret to Getting Featured and Remembered
A well-crafted media kit is more than just a bundle of press materials—it’s a strategic communications tool that positions a business for visibility, credibility, and media readiness. Whether you’re a startup seeking press coverage or an established company maintaining relationships with journalists and partners, a media kit ensures your story is told accurately, attractively, and consistently.What This Helps You Achieve Builds immediate credibility by presenting verified, on-brand information. Saves
