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ABOUT

GREAT
IMPRESSIONS

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WOMAN OWNED - DIVERSELY FOCUSED - LOCALLY LOVED

Our Story

Nearly 30 years ago, Great Impressions began as a vision in owner Carolyn Walker’s basement—built on determination, creativity, and a passion for helping clients bring their ideas to life through print.

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What started as a small, service-driven operation has grown into a trusted partner for businesses, organizations, and families across the country. From day one, our focus has remained the same: delivering personalized, boutique-style service with the quality, consistency, and capability of a large-scale provider.

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Over the years, we’ve proudly supported more than 500 brands—ranging from local small businesses to large corporations—helping them communicate, promote, and grow through high-quality print, promotional products, and custom apparel. Many of our customers return again and again—a reflection of the trust we’ve built and the results we consistently deliver.

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Today, Great Impressions is powered by a talented and versatile team dedicated to delivering creative, reliable solutions. From print and graphic design to branding, marketing, advertising, promotional products, and apparel printing, we provide a seamless, one-stop experience tailored to meet the needs of every client.

ACCOLADES

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2018 Governor's Marketplace Small Woman-Owned Business of the year nominee

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2016 Milwaukee Business Journal Small Company Award

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2014 Small Business Week Small Business Champion Award

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2008 Initiative for a greater Milwaukee Inner City Growth Award

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2008 Milwaukee Brotherhood of Firefighters President's Award

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Recognized by City of Milwaukee for 10 years of business

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Recognized by City of Milwaukee for 20 years of business

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Recognized by State of Wisconsin fo​ 10 years of business

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Recognized by State of Wisconsin fo 20 years of business

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WHEDA Small Business

Loan Awardee

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Featured in Milwaukee Business Journal

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Featured in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Member of Milwaukee Metropolitan Association

of Commerce

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Job Corps 2014 

Dedication Award

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2007 HeartLove Place

Business Partnership

of the Year

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Black Women's Network

2014 Award

Great Impressions Graphics and Printing logo with contact information in Milwaukee Wisconsin

Custom printing services in Milwaukee, WI for businesses, unions, events, and memorials. Specializing in business cards, flyers, banners, memorial booklets, and custom apparel.

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5330 West Burleigh Street

Milwaukee, WI 53210

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Union printing label GCC IBT certification mark for union print shop
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