Business Details
We are Catalog Innovations, a trusted independent print service provider founded in January 2004 to serve clients across the United States, with a focus on the Chicagoland region. Our leadership team brings over 74 combined years of hands-on printing industry experience, with founder Tom Harris holding 42 years of expertise and Mark Allison contributing 32 years of specialized knowledge. We leverage more than 70 years of collective print experience across manufacturing, production workflows, and distribution efficiencies to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions for every project. Unlike typical print brokers, our team has direct on-site experience working within printing facilities, so we fluently communicate both client needs and plant requirements to eliminate workflow gaps. We maintain strategic partnerships with top-tier manufacturers across every niche of the print supply chain, giving us access to resources that most independent providers cannot match. Our core offerings include single-source print solutions and tailored print services designed to meet the unique needs of multi-channel marketers, publishers, retailers, and agencies. We prioritize full transparency throughout every project, from initial concept consultation through final delivery, to ensure clients have full visibility into timelines, costs, and production progress.
Our team specializes in specification optimization for printed collateral, helping clients refine their designs and requirements to reduce costs, improve quality, and speed up time to market. We are committed to delivering every project on schedule and within the agreed-upon budget, with a track record of consistent on-time performance for clients across all industries we serve. We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards in the printing industry, with deep expertise in print production processes, workflow management, and distribution logistics. Our client-first approach means we work closely with each customer to understand their unique goals, challenges, and brand requirements to deliver customized print solutions that drive results. We celebrate a decade of providing professional print services as of our 10-year anniversary, with a proven track record of helping clients achieve their marketing and operational objectives through high-quality printed materials.
Our team specializes in specification optimization for printed collateral, helping clients refine their designs and requirements to reduce costs, improve quality, and speed up time to market. We are committed to delivering every project on schedule and within the agreed-upon budget, with a track record of consistent on-time performance for clients across all industries we serve. We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards in the printing industry, with deep expertise in print production processes, workflow management, and distribution logistics. Our client-first approach means we work closely with each customer to understand their unique goals, challenges, and brand requirements to deliver customized print solutions that drive results. We celebrate a decade of providing professional print services as of our 10-year anniversary, with a proven track record of helping clients achieve their marketing and operational objectives through high-quality printed materials.
Highlights and features
- We have 70+ years of combined print industry expertise.
- Our leadership team holds 74+ years of hands-on printing experience.
- We partner with top niche print manufacturers across the supply chain.
- We deliver every project on time and within budget.
- Our team has direct printing plant experience for seamless workflow.
Services
Print Specification Optimization
We provide print specification optimization services for multi-channel marketers, publishers, retailers, and agencies seeking to improve print quality and reduce costs. Our team reviews client designs and requirements to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement before production begins. Clients benefit from reduced production costs, faster time to market, and higher-quality printed materials that meet their brand standards.
Catalog Printing
We produce high-quality consumer, B2B, and retail catalogs for brands of all sizes across the United States. Our team works with clients to optimize catalog design, paper selection, and binding for maximum durability and visual appeal. Clients receive professionally printed catalogs that effectively showcase their products and drive customer engagement and sales.
Direct Mail Printing
We design and print full-service direct mail packages, solo mailers, and EDDM materials for targeted marketing campaigns. Our team ensures every direct mail piece meets postal requirements for maximum deliverability and response rates. Clients use our direct mail solutions to reach specific geographic and demographic audiences with personalized, high-impact messaging.
Retail Collateral Printing
We produce custom retail collateral materials including postcards, inserts, and outerwraps to support in-store and omnichannel marketing initiatives. Our team works with retailers to align print materials with brand guidelines and promotional campaigns for consistency. Clients receive high-quality retail print materials that drive in-store traffic and reinforce brand messaging across all customer touchpoints.
Short Run Printing
We offer flexible short run printing services for publications, coupons, and custom print projects with low minimum order requirements. Our team accommodates tight deadlines and custom specifications for clients who need small batches of high-quality printed materials. Clients benefit from cost-effective short run printing that eliminates large inventory costs and allows for agile marketing and operational adjustments.
