Meet The Staff
David, President
David has been President of Lawson Screen and Digital Products since 1979.
Fun Facts
- Favorite movie is Wizard Of Oz.
- Plays golf and swims.
- Likes: sushi, baseball, dogs.
- Favorite Music: Seals and Crofts.
Taylor, Vice President
Taylor is proud to be 3rd generation at Lawson Screen & Digital Products.
Named after the cross streets (Taylor and Newstead) of the original Lawson location, it’s rumored that Taylor has plastisol ink running through his veins.
Having started building exposure units at Lawson during his summer breaks from middle school, Taylor worked in various positions throughout the manufacturing process but took the long way to a full time career at Lawson. After graduating from Fordham University, Taylor managed research grants for Sloan-Kettering Hospital in New York City before getting his law degree from Washington University in St. Louis. After graduation, he moved to Chicago to practice insurance law and litigate pension issues for the State of Illinois.
Missing the draw of screen printing and fascinated by the advancements in DTG & CTS, Taylor rejoined Lawson in 2016. At Lawson, Taylor focuses on marketing, sales and helping screen printers achieve more.
Fun Facts
- He is an avid water polo player, and when he's not in the pool, you'll find him immersed in a good book.
- He has a particular love for anything spicy.
Ben, Technical Consultant
Ben is Co-President Emertis and was with the company for over 43 years.
During his 43 years, Ben oversaw screen printing and digital equipment production, as well as helping customers troubleshoot technical difficulties. Ben currently works on special projects and helps with graphic printing.
Fun Facts
- Favorite movie is Field of Dreams.
- Plays pickleball and is learning golf.
- Likes: sushi, baseball, dogs.
- Favorite Music: Bob Dylan.
Brian, Sales Manager
Brian has been Sales Manager for over ten years and a former Lawson customer.
Brian has extensive firsthand knowledge in screen printing and digital imaging equipment and process. Brian's favorite thing about Lawson is the interaction he has with customers
Fun Facts
- Favorite hobby: Coaching youth sports.
- Likes: The Godfather, Meatloaf, Orange Serbert
- Is a dog person, but finds it ironic his wife's nickname is Cat
Todd, Service Advisor and Sales
Todd is a service advisor sales representative for the Illinois area.
A screen printer himself, Todd has enjoyed printing from the moment he printed his first shirt. He is self-taught and enjoys a good challenge. In fact, he states "I love being in sales because I get to meet all kinds of new people and help them find solutions to any problems they may encountering."
Fun Facts
- Enjoys watching his kids play sports
- Hunting consumes a big amount of his free time
- GIGANTIC Blues fan
- Has a Doberman Pinscher
- Would love to meet Maynard James Keenan
Diane, Customer Service Rep
With over 30 years at Lawson, If you've called us, you've likely spoke to her.
Diane's favorite thing about Lawson is helping customers find the supplies they need. Always friendly, Diane is fast, efficient and has a great memory.
Fun Facts
- Her favorite place she has visited: Alaska.
- Her favorite flavor of ice cream is Mint Chocolate Chip.
- She likes comedy and action movies.
Tracey, Director of First Impressions
Like many of our Team Members, Tracey has been with Lawson for 29 years.
Her favorite thing about Lawson is that "we are like family." She is the friendly face that greets you with a smile when you walk in the door, the sweet person who answers the phone, and the woman who gets your internet order out on time.
Fun Facts
- Tracey's favorite musician is Kid Rock
- She is a Cardinals baseball fan
Tim, Technician
Tim is a technician and specializes in graphic and textile screen printing equipment.
Tim helps customers troubleshoot, typically on very old Lawson presses. In Tim's free time, he likes woodworking and mechanical projects.
Andy, Digital Technician
Andy is a Lawson digital technician who specializes in assisting Lawson customers with DTG, DTF, Epson and Roland printers.
His experience and background with Lawson CTS devices, Epson, Roland, Graphtec, and other digital devices helps customers resolve issues and expand their technical skillset.
Trevor, Digital Technician
A specialist creating cutting-edge equipment and software to optimize the garment decorating process.
Fun Facts
- Trevor is an accomplished skateboarder
- A talented multi-instrumentalist
- Adores his rescue dog, a Blue Tick/Beagle mix
Hank, Service Technician
Hank, formerly Lawson's Service Manager, now specializes in CTS applications and automatic screen printing machines.
Hank has aided in developmental structure of some Lawson's original screen printing and digital imaging equipment.
Hana, Accounting Manager
As Lawson's Accounting Manager, Hana helps with receivables, payroll, and financial statements.
Fun Facts
- An avid hiker who enjoys exploring scenic trails and immersing herself in nature
- Favorite show is The Big Bang Theory, and she loves to binge-watch the hilarious antics of Sheldon and the gang
Hunter, Manufacturing Operations Supervisor
Oversees production processes and ensures that manufacturing operations run efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards.
- Hunter graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Entrepreneurship and a minor in Leadership Studies.
- He’s been part of Lawson since he was 15 years old, growing with the company.
- A passionate sports fan, Hunter loves cheering for the Cardinals, STL City, and the Blues.
Jack, Graphic Designer
Jack designs marketing/advertising material for email, text, web ads, video, photography, and signage.
Fun Facts
- He is a jazz guitarist with various groups around town.
- Likes to garden and grow his own veggies.
- Enjoys exploring new hiking spots.
James, Webmaster
Manages website updates, performance, troubleshooting, and ensuring a smooth user experience.
Fun Facts
- Has been podcasting That Story Show since 2006, long before the medium became mainstream.
- Wrote a middle-grade book titled Sorta Kinda Superpowered. Find it on Amazon!
- He's an avid collector of Buzz Lightyear stuff.
