Indianapolis, IN
From Skills to Sales: Hands-On Sandcarving Strategies for High-Margin Markets
This hands-on session is designed for anyone looking to start or grow their business with sandcarving, regardless of experience level. You’ll gain a solid foundation in sandcarving basics while exploring techniques that deliver advanced results with minimal complexity. Discover how to identify and create high-value products for profitable markets, streamline production for efficiency, and position your business for growth. Whether you’re just starting out, expanding offerings, or refining your craft, this class offers practical insights to help you succeed in high-margin markets.
Speakers
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Darin JonesTechnical Sales and Training SpecialistIKONICS ImagingDarin Jones is IKONICS’ Technical Sales and Training Specialist. Darin has worked with IKONICS for over 20 years. He has taught over 300 different seminars and webinars related to sandcarving techniques (stage-carving, frosting, compound curves...), photoresist and laser films, equipment & supplies training, and much more. Darin is well-recognized in the industry as both an expert in advanced sandcarving techniques and machine maintenance. Darin is here to fix your problems, earning him the title of Doctor FineGrit, or Doctor Jones.
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What our attendees have to say
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Chris Merz
Harbor WrapsI have attended the GRAPHICS PRO EXPO two years in a row now and have had an amazing experience both times. It’s a fantastic place to connect with vendors and other industry professionals.
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Bill Kuiper
Clan Customs, LLCThe amount of new information I gain both in training sessions and talking to the exhibitors on the floor is fantastic!
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Melanie Hutchinson
The Embroidery HutchHaving the ability to interact and speak with suppliers and educational professionals and to see new products is priceless!
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Mike Leary
Sundance SignThis show is an investment in my business. After seeing the diverse cross section of information available, it inspired me to look at other products and services that we could provide to our customers, and ways to do what we do better.
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Erich Elfeldt
LanternMax EngravingAttending GRAPHICS PRO EXPO is essential for anyone in the business. I go every year and always learn something new. Meeting suppliers face-to-face has really helped leverage my product line, and the personal contacts I make are invaluable. GPX is a can’t miss event and already on my calendar for the next one.
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Kerstyn Kunkle
Kunkle KreationsI really enjoyed the show and learned tons of new tricks to better my business. I’m grateful for this experience and the opportunity to meet with vendors that related to my line of business. There is really everything for anyone who works with designing/producing custom graphics.
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Judy Kriehn
Dallas MakerspaceThis has always been an event that I’ve looked forward to each year, and I wanted to thank you for a very nice event yesterday. I got a lot out of the UV printing seminar in the morning and had good discussions with a few vendors as well.
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Charli Belz
Impress DesignsEach time I attend GRAPHICS PRO EXPO I come away with new knowledge and resources. One of my favorite things is the training offered; I love being able to offer my team new ways to expand their knowledge from other sources in the industry!