Graduation Ink Expands

Kewaskum, Wis – Graduation Ink Expands with a 5,000 square foot new building in Kewaskum, Wis. In addition, it also offers a 1,000 square foot wing as rental space, until that area might be needed for future business expansion.

Family Business History

Clarence and Lydia Kremer started the family business as the Kremer Letter Service in Milwaukee, Wis., in 1948. Additionally, the second-generation Kremer Family later grew the business to become Kremer Publications Inc. in Butler Wis., and Kremer Resources LLC in Menomonee Falls, Wis. Together they branched into church and school resources. Then in 2011, Jesse Kremer, grandson of the original founder and third generation family, established Graduation Ink.

Products and Customer Base

Graduation Ink custom designs and prints certificates, diplomas, diploma covers and recently added yard signs. Lutheran and Catholic elementary schools were the main customer base for the diploma business before Jesse started to expand the product lines. Subsequently, the customer base has increased to include public, charter and home schools with a mix of elementary, junior and senior high schools. Furthermore, add to that technical schools, Bible colleges and universities. Plus there are many non-school clients like military agencies, medical and health care fields, apprenticeship programs and other professional business certification industries.

Need for Expansion

The need for physical expansion became self-evident as Jesse was running out of room for materials and printing equipment. Currently inventory and added product lines are housed at three separate storage facilities. Then a new digital printing press was recently purchased. That led to continued increased yearly sales of more than 30%. As a result, additional employees have been hired. Fortunately, Jesse owned property in a distressed TIF district, zoned for commercial use in Kewaskum. As a result, Graduation Ink Expands.

Construction began at the end of May with hopes of having occupancy this Fall. Jesse loves the small-town atmosphere of Kewaskum and is excited to continue growing his business there. “Our goal is not to be the lowest priced product on the market. We want to wow customers into repeat business by providing exceptional customer support and a positive, hassle-free experience.”

If you are in need of custom-designed diplomas, certificates or yard signs – or interested in renting office space, visit graduationink.com or call 262-247-0343.