Episode #33: Inspiring Change in the Apparel Decorating Community with Megan Griffith and Ryan Toney of P&M Apparel
Date: January 7, 2025
Duration: 25:37
Recorded onsite at PRINTING United Expo 2024 in Las Vegas, Megan Griffith and Ryan Toney joined the Apparelist podcast to discuss some of the highlights of the year. Megan was one of the recipients of the Women in Screen Printing awards and is a champion of women in the industry. Both she and Ryan recently took over P&M Apparel, a family business started by their grandmother, and largely work on making sure not only women have a voice in the community, but that their employees feel appreciated and the work culture is inclusive.
Hear what Megan and Ryan share in this episode, including:
- Why they believe change can sometimes come from an uncomfortable place
- The high value of actively engaging in educational opportunities and events such as the Expo, Apparel Decoration Summit, and more
- How apparel decorators can best serve each other as well as their customers
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