Shop Talk Speakers
James Brigham, Next Level Apparel
James Brigham has been a prominent leader in the apparel industry for over a decade, with roles at notable brands such as Gildan and Bella+Canvas / Alo Yoga.
He currently serves as Vice President of Sales (Retail/Brand) at Next Level Apparel.
James is passionate about growing teams in both retail and wholesale sectors, discovering emerging trends, forging key partnerships, and spearheading strategic initiatives.
His extensive industry expertise offers a unique perspective that elevates organizations and teams to new heights.
Josh Ellsworth, STAHLS’
As Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for GroupeSTAHL North America, Josh is responsible for leading and supporting a nationwide team of experienced team members with a focus on growing the company’s enterprise and dealer sales and marketing efforts. His in-depth understanding of the technical side of garment decorating, combined with a sincere interest in seeing businesses succeed, make him a sought-after and trusted resource for information industry-wide. A well-recognized and respected expert in the field of heat printing, Josh is known for his work as an educator around the world. Josh has created, written and/or been featured in over 1000 educational videos, with millions of views worldwide. The majority of his work can be viewed on the Stahls’ TV YouTube Channel.
Tim Gibson, US Standard Apparel
Tim Gibson president of sales US Standard Apparel. Tim has held various executive positions in the apparel manufacturing industry, including director of field sales at Hanes/Champion, national sales manager at BELLA+CANVAS, and western regional sales manager at Next Level Apparel.
His passion for the imprinted apparel industry is unrivaled.
Andy MacDougall
Andy MacDougall helped establish Wachiay Studio on Vancouver Island in 2015. He retired from day to day duties in 2021 but continues to work on special projects & educational initiatives, including screentheworld.org. In 2007 he was inducted to the Academy of Screenprinting Technology for ongoing contributions to the industry including producing the books ‘Screenprinting Today – the Basics’, and a ‘History of Screen Printing’, numerous magazine articles & live screenprinting demonstrations from Montreal to Milwaukee to Long Beach. He currently hosts the podcast & column ‘Art, Ad, or Alchemy’ for Screenprinting Magazine in the USA.
Tonie Mignogna, 613 Originals
Tonie is the VP of Technical Sales at 613 Originals, a leading source for custom heat applied graphics. For over 20 years, Tonie has helped and mentored countless customers, businesses, and colleagues in the heat transfer industry. She has worked within nearly every department, from reception and customer service to production planning and R&D to sales and beyond. Never one to sit idle when there’s something to be learned or improved, Tonie found her true passion at the intersection of solving unique decoration challenges for her customers and the technical aspects of print production. Tonie leads a team of highly trained and customer-focused staff that provide the incredible customer service 613 is known for. Her ultimate mission is to keep raising the bar on what’s possible in the apparel decoration industry.
Oliver Neff, SPSI
Oliver is a field tech for SPSI installing and repairing MHM presses and Tesoma and Cavazutti Dryers, a position he has held for three years. He cut his teeth fixing tractors, working for Bay End Farm before that for seven years.
Sergio Ramirez, Supacolor
Sergio Ramirez is a creative strategist and senior marketer at Supacolor. With several years of experience in the decorated apparel industry and marketing world, Sergio specializes in disruptive digital content for both DTC and B2B. Under his helm, he helped grow Supacolor’s user base internationally and social media equity.
In addition to his professional experience, Sergio is also a streetwear designer and artist in his free time to keep his creative eye refreshed. He is widely recognized as an industry expert on taking your social media and marketing to the next level. He studied with The Art Institute, Universita Bocconi, London Business School, UC Irvine, and UC Davis to cultivate a knowledge base for growing brands in the decorated apparel industry.
LaTonna Roberson, Lady Print Boss Consulting
Lady Print Boss, also known as LaTonna Roberson, is a powerhouse in the decorated apparel industry with over 24 years of hands-on experience. As a master screen printer, consultant, and speaker, she has made it her mission to help startups and growing businesses master the critical elements of printing, sales, marketing, and customer acquisition. Known for her straight-talking, no-nonsense style, LaTonna empowers entrepreneurs—especially women and those starting from scratch—to achieve success in the highly competitive apparel industry.
Born and raised in the urban streets of Dallas, Texas, Lady Print Boss blends her street smarts with business expertise, offering practical solutions in a down-to-earth, relatable way. She’s not just focused on growing her own business to financial freedom—she’s committed to guiding others along the same path. A champion for women and underserved communities, LaTonna brings her real-life experience and wisdom to every project, mentorship, and speaking engagement. With a strong passion for family, entrepreneurship, and empowering others, Lady Print Boss is living proof that you can hustle hard, keep it real, and still achieve your dreams.
Jenna Sackett, STAHLS’
Jenna Sackett is an Educator and Content Creator for Stahls’. Whether you are crafting from home, or running a brick and mortar business, she knows the tips and tricks that make an apparel decorator successful in this ever-growing marketplace.
Sean Sassounian, US Standard Apparel
Growing up in Southern California, there was always a large textile and manufacturing industry in Los Angeles. While studying Business and finance at USC, my passion for the apparel industry led me to start SAS Textiles in the early 90’s. For the past 30 years SAS Textiles has been the premier novelty knitter and converter on the west coast. We have worked tirelessly to stay in business while over 90% of the industry has left the country. My deep reverence for American manufacturing led me to start US Standard Apparel in 2018. I am trying to keep domestic textile and apparel manufacturing alive here in America and am fortunate to have a loyal team that’s been with me since the beginning, we’re just getting started!