Colin started screen printing in the fall of 1996. He took a job working for a resort wear company in the Seattle area that had 5 automatic presses. He began with the simple job of unloading shirts. At 6 months he was training new employees on set up and use of the Automatic presses.

After deciding that screen printing was a lot of fun (and it looked like something he could make a real living doing) Colin decided to take a deep dive into everything screen printing. Over the next 5 years Colin learned Illustrator, Photoshop, and how to color separate within photoshop, dark room and pre-press, stretching screens and understanding mesh.

He made his way down to a two auto shop in Beaverton Oregon where he was Artist/Separator and production manager overseeing and engaging in all aspects of the print shop.

In July of 2018 Colin joined Ryonet and is currently Product Manager and lead SPE Educator.

I have been in the screen-printing industry for over 30 years. My entrance to screen print was designing a T shirt for my friend’s band which led me into working for various screen-printing shops here in the Northwest. I have been fortunate to work for some topflight shops.

I love the challenge of seeing a design come to life, the overall process is very rewarding and fun and that is why I have stuck with it.

Participating in the class allows me to meet and learn more about our customers firsthand. There is nothing more gratifying than experiencing class attendees reaction to finding a solution to a problem. Learning never stops!

We believe in the power of sustainable fashion. That's why we carefully select eco-friendly materials to produce our clothing line. From organic cotton to recycled polyester, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact.

August 13

Expert Panel Day

12:00 pm — Doors Open / Welcome
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm — Expert Panel Discussions
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm — Dinner with Vendors
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm — Vendor Dinner / Networking

This day is all about big-picture conversations and practical takeaways for shop owners who want to grow, improve, and stay ahead.

Panel topics include:

• What does the future of screen printing look like?
• How can print shops stand out in a world of digital?
• How to use AI agents to make customer service better
• How to know your numbers — real numbers that matter
• Outbound sales tools for modern print shops
• Automation tools that help improve quality and efficiency

August 14

BBQ + Rummage Sale

8:00 am – 10:00 am — Setup: tables, tents, food, and event stations
9:45 am — Customers begin arriving
10:00 am – 11:00 am — Meet the ROQ/Rudy Press Demo
11:00 am – 1:00 pm — Rummage Sale + Lunch
1:00 pm – 1:30 pm — Games, giveaways, and raffle activity
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm — Shirt Design Contest / Community Activity
3:00 pm — Happy Hour

August 15

Specialty Prints Class

10:00 am – 4:00 pm — Specialty Prints Class taught by vendors
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm — Bowling at Crosley

Wrap up the week with a hands-on Specialty Prints Class led by vendor partners. This class is designed to give printers practical techniques, fresh ideas, and new ways to bring more value to their customers.

Location: Ryonet Headquarters, 12303 NE 56th St, Vancouver, WA 98682

Nearest Airport: Portland International Airport (PDX)

Nearest Hotels:

Heathman Lodge: Experience luxury at 7801 NE Greenwood Dr. Vancouver, WA. 98662. For bookings, call (360) 254-3100

Best Western: A blend of comfort and convenience at 9420 NE Vancouver Mall Dr. Vancouver, WA. 98662. Reach out at (360) 256-0707