Anna Wardenburg serves as an Events Specialist at Iowa Donor Network, where she leads the planning and execution of signature events that honor donors and celebrate the gift of life. She plays a key role in managing both the Rose Parade and Team Iowa programs, supporting donor families, transplant recipients, and advocates as they share their stories on a national stage. In addition to her event leadership, Anna oversees the Iowa Donor Network apparel store and manages a wide range of apparel and promotional projects, helping ensure consistent and meaningful representation of the organization’s mission. She is passionate about creating impactful experiences that inspire awareness and connection within the donation and transplant community.

Ali Hansen is the owner of Pat Barton Dance Studio, where she leads the overall direction of the program and oversees day-to-day operations. She works closely with students, families, and staff to create a positive, high-energy environment focused on growth, consistency, and community.

Under her leadership, the studio supports a large and active group of dancers across a variety of programs, balancing both the structure needed to run a successful organization and the personal connection that keeps families engaged year after year. Ali is deeply involved in the experience from start to finish, ensuring the studio continues to be a place where dancers feel supported, challenged, and part of something bigger.

Amy Benton is the Director of Marketing at MH Equipment, leading strategy across digital marketing, lead generation, events, and communications. She has built and led high-performing teams that have contributed to significant company growth, including a 10X increase in revenue.

Amy brings a strong understanding of how marketing, sales, and customer experience work together, with hands-on experience across both strategy and execution.

Mark’s journey in the promotional products industry began in 1985, when he created his very first t-shirt as a youthful ski bum in Aspen, Colorado—a creative venture that helped fund his rugby travels around the globe. Since 1993, he has built a career in the industry and became part of the SanMar family in 1998. Over the years, Mark has held a variety of roles at SanMar, ranging from territory and regional positions to strategic sales responsibilities. Beginning in 2009, Mark focused exclusively on supporting the decorator community. All of his team’s efforts have been on developing and providing valuable resources designed to help decorators strengthen and expand their businesses, fostering growth and improvement throughout the industry. 

Mark is married and has five adult children, as well as three grandchildren. He currently serves on the Board of the Printing United Alliance and is an original founding partner of the charitable organization Angel’s without Faces.

Ryan Snaadt (it rhymes with odd) is the Owner of Snaadt Media Group, a Central Iowa business that helps brands connect with their audience via video, podcasts, and content marketing. 

Ryan and his team have worked on thousands of projects across North America for clients ranging from small local businesses to 7,000+ employee firms. SMG merges savvy marketing strategy with professional content to help marketing teams reach more prospects, no matter where they are. Ryan also speaks, educates, and produces content for his own brands to stay up to date on all things production and marketing. Accolades include a podcast with 1.5M+ views across social media, a 94,000+ member Facebook Group, 17,000+ YouTube subscribers, and an online course business connecting thousands of students worldwide. The goal of marketing is to stand out. Be bold. Be odd. 

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Prior to joining CIRAS, Paul worked as an Electrical Engineer; first designing and selling commercial and government building energy management systems, then joining the Winnebago Industries product design team. At CIRAS he has worked with more than 200 companies, helping them learn how to more effectively develop and deliver innovative and sustainable products, services, and business models; craft more relevant market messages; and produce more effective internet-based marketing strategies in order to grow their top line sales. 

Matt Richardson is the Co-Owner of Atonal Headwear and Vice President of Operations at Relentless Merchandising. With over a decade of experience in the decorated apparel industry, he brings a deep understanding of operations, product development, and building scalable systems.

Matt plays a key role in delivering high-quality headwear solutions for decorators and creatives, while also leading operational strategy and growth initiatives across multiple ventures.

Nathan Richardson is the Owner of Atonal Headwear and Co-Founder of Relentless Merchandising, where he serves as Vice President of Growth. He focuses on driving business development, brand strategy, and long-term growth across both ventures.

With a strong background in building and scaling businesses within the decorated apparel space, Nathan brings a forward-thinking approach to growth, partnerships, and creating opportunities for both brands and the decorators they serve.

Meghan Brazzelle is Senior Manager of Sales and Operations at Chipply, a web store platform built for team dealers and custom apparel decorators. June marks her 20th year in the printwear industry, with experience across leading apparel suppliers including Hanes, Champion, Alternative Apparel, Lane Seven Apparel, and Boxercraft. She brings deep product knowledge and a strong understanding of how decorators and vendors operate, pairing that experience with technology and process strategy that helps drive scalable sales growth.

Russ Corey is a Strategic Account Manager with the Decorator Solutions Team. Based in Michigan and covering the Midwest, Russ Corey is committed to supporting contract decorators in achieving meaningful business outcomes. His approach to account management is rooted in building strong relationships and taking the time to truly understand customer goals, which enables him to deliver solutions that align with long-term success.

Russ Corey brings over 30 years of experience in heat application decoration, making him an invaluable resource for both our Decorator Relations Team and the wider SanMar Decorator Network. His expertise allows him to partner closely with decorators, offering a consultative approach that is both strategic and tailored to individual needs.

Justin Sebren is a co-owner of Lucid Ink in Pearl, Mississippi. With over ten years of print experience, Justin and his business partner, Tyler Busby, decided it was time to build something of their own.

Lucid Ink specializes in screen printing, heat pressing, and the in-house production and sale of DTF transfers. Their commitment to service and supporting the local community is the backbone of their success.

They are players of the infinite game, focused on long-term relationships, continuous improvement, and building something that lasts.

Spencer Chernoff is the CEO and founder of Limitless Transfers, which earned back-to-back Best DTF awards in 2024. He is an educator, content creator, and industry advocate in the decorated apparel space.

Known for breaking down complex concepts into practical, shop-ready insights, Spencer focuses on helping decorators improve processes, stay current with industry trends, and grow with confidence.

Christy Shellenberger is the co-owner and Vice President of Sales at Rock Hill Screen Printing. She brings extensive hands-on experience and a strong understanding of shop operations, customer relationships, and sales strategy.

Christy was recognized as a Women in Screen Printing honoree in 2023 and is passionate about process improvement, team development, and supporting the decorated apparel industry through collaboration and shared knowledge.

Ashleigh and Elena Leon own The Side Garage, a screen print and design shop located in West Des Moines, IA. Ashleigh heads up the creative side of the business tackling all of the graphic design and project management. Elena leads production and on-site events. The Side Garage was created in 2016 with the mission to Make Great Things and support others to do the same.

Amanda Clark is the Financials Manager at P&M Apparel, overseeing financial operations and ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and clarity across the business. She is self-taught in the intricacies of taxes and QuickBooks and plays a key role in supporting sustainable growth through strong financial management and organization.

Alexis Davis is an Account Manager at P&M Apparel, working closely with clients to manage orders, timelines, and communication from start to finish. She is known for her organization, responsiveness, and approach to selling with empathy, ensuring a smooth and reliable customer experience.

Megan Griffith is the co-owner and Art Director of P&M Apparel, a third-generation, family-run decorated apparel company in Iowa. She oversees design, production, and day-to-day operations, ensuring consistent, high-quality results.

Megan was named a Screen Printing Magazine Rising Star and was recognized as one of the Six Women in Screen Printing in 2024.

Ryan Toney is the co-owner of P&M Apparel, a third-generation, family-run decorated apparel company in Iowa. He focuses on long-term strategy, systems, and sales, building scalable processes that support both clients and the internal team.

Ryan previously served on the Gildan Board of Decorators and currently serves on the Chipply Client Council. He is passionate about community involvement, education, and sharing practical insights to help other shops grow sustainably.