STAHLS’ is awarding one small business and one school with the DREAM SHOP PACKAGE, valued at over $6000, every quarter of 2024. Apply by March 1st to be considered for the first quarter of the year!
Over 90 years ago, the Stahl family began cutting and applying felt letters out of their Detroit garage. Through hard work and dedication, STAHLS’ has become the proud family-owned and operated business it is today. At STAHLS’, we know the tough grind and commitment it takes to be an entrepreneur. That’s why we’re so excited to award our customers with the Dream Shop Package to continue supporting heat printing entrepreneurs!
This year, we are awarding two lucky winners quarterly, one small business and one school. That means a total 8 of winners throughout 2024! Winners will be chosen by industry experts hand-selected for Business and School Selection Committees. We’re looking for established heat printers that want to take their business to the next level, and schools that foster entrepreneurial development in students.
Meet the Selection Committee
Business Committee
Marshall Atkinson
Based in Mesa, AZ, Marshall is a prominent production and efficiency expert in the decorated apparel industry, serving as the owner of Atkinson Consulting, LLC. With a focus on operational efficiency, workflow strategy, and business planning, he is a renowned speaker, author, and host of various industry-related shows and podcasts. Explore his eBooks, online courses, and coaching plans on his website.
Cassie Green
Senior Content Editor at the Apparelist, a leading community offering business management resources for apparel decorators, Cassie has over 10 years of experience in the industry. She oversees content creation and curation across various media platforms and contributes to other NAPCO Media brands like Wide-Format Impressions, Printing Impressions, and Promo Marketing.
Rodney Blackwell
With over 25 years of experience in the apparel decoration industry, Rodney Blackwell is a seasoned professional. From founding his clothing line to creating the influential T-ShirtForums.com in 2005, he has been instrumental in fostering learning and growth for apparel decorators. Presently, he is focused on Bumpsale.co, an e-commerce platform enabling incremental pricing for products and services.
School Committee
Rhonda Gierhan
Rhonda Gierhan, a 36-year veteran educator in rural central Kansas, has been a driving force in education. With experience across all grades, she initiated a successful high school business program, addressing a longstanding need. Through hands-on learning, her students established a thriving in-house store supported by the Stahls Scholarship. Rhonda’s dedication is evident in her community involvement and recognition as the 2019 Kansas Region 1 Teacher of the Year runner-up. She emphasizes the significance of partnerships between education, community, and the profession.
Tre Tipton
Tre Tipton, former decorated athlete and wide receiver at the University of Pittsburgh, is now the co-founder and CEO of “Living Out Victoriously Everyday” (L.O.V.E), a peer group supporting individuals through adversity. Recognized for his advocacy on mental health, Tre has received numerous awards, including the 2021 Disney Spirit Award. With degrees in communication and social work, he shares his personal journey and mental health struggles through speaking engagements at schools, aiming to inspire and improve mental strength.
Aaron Montgomery
Aaron Montgomery is the co-founder and CEO of Our Success Group, bringing nearly 30 years of experience to support overwhelmed small businesses. Certified by New York Times best-selling author Jack Canfield as a Success Principles Trainer, he emphasizes the FUNdamentals of Business Success. Aaron co-hosts the 2 Regular Guys Podcast and Small Business Saturdays, offering direct assistance through CoachOSG.com.
Here’s What You’ll Win
Winners will receive the Dream Shop Package, including two best-selling Hotronix® heat presses, heat printing accessories, an introduction to STAHLS’ Fulfill Engine, and on-site training with STAHLS’ experts. The Stahl Family is ready to help you fulfill your dreams!
The Dream Shop Package
- Hotronix® Fusion IQ® 16’’ x 20’’ – 110 V
- Tag Along™ HP Platen
- Kraft Paper 10’’ x 20’’ – 25 pack
- 11’’ x 15’’ Platen
- Heat Press Pillow Package – All 5 sizes
- 6’’ x 20’’ Platen – Fusion Leg/Sleeve
- 6’’ x 10’’ Platen
- Quick Slip Lower Platen Protector – 11’’ x 15’’
- Quick Slip Lower Platen Protector – 16’’ x 20’’
- Print Perfect Pad 5’’ x 6’’
- Hotronix® 360 IQ® Hat Press
- Thermo-Tape Holder
- Thermo-Tape 3/8’’ (2)
- Flexible Application Pad
- Quick Slip Lower Platen Protector – 6’’ x 10’’
- 1/8’’ 4’’ x 8’’ Foam Pad
- On-site equipment training with STAHLS’ experts
- Up to 3 hours of virtual training/consultation
- Introduction to Fulfill Engine
- $100 store credit (can be divided across both TXP and Stahls)
The deadline for first quarter applicants is March 1st. Apply today for your chance to win!