Ep 23: Crafting Success & Giving Back with Jay Mandarino of CJ Graphics

In this inspiring episode of Taktiful Tuesdays, Eric Vessels sits down with Jay Mandarino, President & CEO of CJ Group of Companies. Jay shares his incredible journey from overcoming childhood challenges to leading the world’s most awarded printing company. Discover how his passion for craftsmanship and community service led to the creation of CJ Skate Park, one of the largest indoor not-for-profit skate parks. From print innovation and digital embellishments to philanthropy and entrepreneurship, Jay’s story is a must-watch for anyone looking to make an impact.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & Meet Jay Mandarino
2:15 – Jay’s Personal Journey & Founding CJ Graphics
7:30 – Building an Award-Winning Print Company
10:00 – The Value of Digital Embellishments
18:20 – The Story of CJ Skate Park & Community Impact
26:00 – Advice for Entrepreneurs in a Changing Industry
35:00 – Cool Projects & What’s Next for Jay

May 28 , 2025





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Ep. 1: Taktiful and Inkish Unite!

In the grand premiere of “Taktiful Tuesdays”—yes, we’re making Tuesdays a thing now—host Eric Vessels rolls out the virtual red carpet for none other than Kevin Abergel, CEO and founder of Taktiful, and Morten Reitoft, the editorial wizard behind @INKISH. This episode shines a spotlight on their shared dream to jazz up the printing world with a dash of digital dazzle. Their master plan? To educate and empower print service providers (PSPs) and converters worldwide—because who doesn’t want global empowerment on their résumé? They’re all about helping businesses leverage cutting-edge technologies to stand out from the crowd and, naturally, boost those profit margins. Both teams are buzzing with excitement about the partnership and are committed to delivering high-quality, impactful content that might just make the paper it’s printed on blush.