2024 Women In Screen Printing Awards: Letisha Allen

LETISHA ALLEN HAS perfected her craft as a screen printer and takes the upmost care in the work her and her team produces. She’s innovative in how she organizes her workspace, building up an empty warehouse and turning it into a place that suits her business’ needs. She has an eye for detail that is exemplified in her work and permeates all parts of what makes a successful print shop from client acquisition, to the actual printing process, to packaging and shipment.

Letisha has 15-plus years’ experience in the screen-printing industry. She received a degree in graphic design in her home state of North Carolina and gained her initial experience in a college internship program at a local screen-printing shop doing art separations. After graduating, Letisha moved to the greater Atlanta area and started working for a small mom-and-pop print shop with just one manual press. She later moved into a role with Booster Spirit Wear and worked her way up to become a press operator. She’s always been committed to continuing education and that, combined with a natural talent, has made her one of the top screen printers in the South. Currently, Letisha’s screen-printing business —Print Perf — partners with Shuma Sports as its in-house printer.

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Q: Here are some examples of her community involvement:

According to her colleagues, Letisha is a giving and nurturing person, making her a pillar in the surrounding community. Her company currently is in its second year of participating in a summer internship program called “Impact 46” for local youths attending high school in Lawrenceville, GA. These students are provided with a real working experience, which offers a positive and supportive atmosphere for growth. It includes training for both screen printing and improving business acumen. Letisha also is a regular sponsor for local students participating in sporting events, fundraisers, and contests.

Letisha is committed to continuing education in her field. She wants the best for her business and regularly participates in expos, demonstrations, and maintains memberships with Sports, Inc. and the Printing United Alliance. She has been attending conventions at various locations around the U.S. for years. In addition, she passes along her knowledge (and occasional swag of “stuff” she picks up at the shows) to each and every employee, empowering them to be the best they can be.

Q: How does her work push the industry forward?

Letisha has pushed the industry standards of consistency, efficiency, and speed forward. Imagine getting all three regularly as the rule, and not the exception! Letisha makes sure each product is executed to perfection — even the smallest inconsistencies that perhaps a client wouldn’t notice,. She has an inner pride and integrity that keeps her business successful and makes her a desirable boss, colleague, and partner to work with.

Here’s some thoughts from one of her employees. “Letisha is such a strong individual. She has remained steadfast in the courage of her convictions and does not let anything stop her. She perseveres. She’s intelligent. She’s full of integrity. And her love for others that she’s never been swayed from is her purpose. Just spend three minutes with her and you will see what I mean.”

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