Press Release

Minuteman Press Franchise Owner Juanita A. Glenn at her center in Upper Marlboro, MD.

Juanita A. Glenn focuses on marketing/Internet marketing, high-demand products, and community engagement to effectively operate and grow her Minuteman Press franchise in Upper Marlboro, MD.

UPPER MARLBORO, Md. –In December of 2016, Juanita A. Glenn bet on herself and purchased her Minuteman Press franchise in Upper Marlboro, MD. As she celebrates 8 years in business, Juanita reflects, “The last 8 years have been nothing short of an amazing blessing. I am a firm believer that if you persevere, work hard, and be consistent, it will eventually pay off. Of course, I have had my challenges during the building stages but determination and being persistent were the key factors to the success of the business.”

Juanita continues, “It’s extremely exciting to see the growth of the business. As with any company, the first 5 years are pivotal. I am now in my eighth year and with all of my hard work, I am so grateful to see this growth. I can truly attribute my success to the blessings of God and having a great team that exudes professionalism and focuses on producing excellence. Hard work and determination are a must in order to see exponential growth in a business.”Minuteman Press in Upper Marlboro is located at 892 Largo Center Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.

When asked about her most recent sales growth, Juanita shares:

·“Marketing is definitely a key factor in the growth of my business.I also believe that the Minuteman Press Internet Marketing Program has been a huge contributor to this growth. I have noticed a drastic change since I have increased my Internet Marketing spend.”

·“The vast majority of projects that contribute to our growth are mainly booklets, postcards, and garments.We regularly produce perfect bound and spiral bound booklets for local businesses and organizations. We have seen a significant increase in signs and postcards too. I can also now fulfill orders for t-shirts in-house and increase my bottom line.”

Journey to Minuteman Press

Prior to Minuteman Press, Juanita shares, “My professional background consisted of Web Development and Graphic Design. I was skilled in the area from my job experience and school/training. I developed such a love for graphic design that I was being sought out by people who saw my work. Afterward, I got requests to design and print booklets, tickets, and programs. I eventually started a part-time business in 2003 and opened a small office where I did most of my work. I used that office to print, design, and do web development training.”

Since purchasing the business, Juanita has thrived in her role as business owner and she hasn’t looked back. She shares, “Being a business owner is one of the most rewarding positions one can have because it allows you to build and do the work that you love. I enjoy interacting with people and making sure their jobs are done with excellence and quality. I also love the independence, control, and flexibility that I have as the owner of my business.”

She also credits the training and support from Minuteman Press that has helped her grow. Juanita reflects, “The training is something I will never forget when I first started my business. It was well-organized and I loved the aspect of comprehensive training. Being in that training allowed me to be more prepared and confident that I could make this a successful business.” Juanita continues, “The ongoing support throughout the years is something that I am extremely elated to have as a Minuteman Press owner. The local support and help from World HQ have always been very professional.I am ever so grateful for Bob Heimbuch who is an amazing Regional VP and the field support team that was instrumental and consistent with getting me off the ground in my first few years with marketing.”

 Juanita A. Glenn

“Printing is so vital because it’s necessary for promotion, marketing, and growing businesses locally and nationwide. Printing tends to still be a contributing factor to business operations and marketing strategies. It gives tangible advantages that digital media cannot always replicate, such as personal and emotional connection, responsibility, credibility, and higher engagement. Customers seem to engage more with physical items and print can leave a lasting impression, making it easier to recall a brand or message that customers can appreciate.” -Juanita A. Glenn

Community Engagement & Advice for Others

Another reason for Juanita’s steady growth is due to her involvement in the community. She provides the following tips for other business owners who are looking to build relationships the right way:

·Networking and Partnerships:“A business can actively participate by forming partnerships, attending industry events, and joining local business groups. This participation fosters both personal and professional growth while contributing to the broader ecosystem. Attending events and social media platforms allow you to get your business name out to the public.”

·Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):“By contributing to the local community or specific causes, including supporting local charities, creating job opportunities, or providing resources for education and development are very pivotal to the business.”

Juanita concludes with the following additional advice: “Make sure you have the right staff in place and don’t delay until you find the one that will see the worth of the business. Also, increase your investment in the Internet Marketing Program and market as often as you can. This is very important and instrumental in my business because it helps broaden the search for my location.”

For more information on Minuteman Press in Upper Marlboro, MD, visit https://minuteman.com/us/locations/md/upper-marlboro/