Good News York EP.104 | Wards Printing – Full Interview & Local Business Spotlight
Welcome to another episode of Good News York! In this in-depth interview, host Matt Masur sits down with Arthur Williams, owner of Wards Printing, a minority-owned, certified screen printing business making waves in the Syracuse, NY area. Discover how Arthur transitioned from a 20-year pharmaceutical career to entrepreneurship, the challenges and opportunities in the custom apparel and signage industry, and how Wards Printing is supporting local construction, schools, and community organizations.
We cover trending topics like small business growth, local entrepreneurship, minority business certification, community impact, branding strategies, and the power of networking in Upstate New York. Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love hearing inspiring local stories, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice.
Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction & Host Welcome
00:12 – Meet Arthur Williams & Wards Printing
00:47 – Arthur’s Background & Starting the Business
01:27 – Real-Life Testimonial: Last-Minute Shirts
02:35 – Core Clients: Construction, Schools, Healthcare
04:14 – Expanding Services: 3D Printing, Signage, Banners
06:16 – Business Certification & Minority-Owned Status
08:07 – Working with Contractors & Community Impact
10:09 – The History of Wards Printing
11:04 – Arthur’s Creative Journey & College Days
12:00 – Serving Syracuse University & Licensing
13:00 – Sales Skills & Building Relationships
14:16 – Biggest Challenges in Business
15:23 – Multi-Line Services & Customer Growth
17:00 – The Value of Face-to-Face Networking
17:39 – How to Connect with Wards Printing
18:43 – Design Work, File Types, and Customer Support
21:14 – Final Thoughts & Community Shoutouts
22:28 – Upcoming Events & Sponsor Message
23:24 – Closing Remarks
Links & Resources
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🌐 Wards Printing: wardsprintingsyr.com
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