“We are committed to helping make the printing industry more environmentally conscious,” said Co-Founder Art Lambert. “We thank our customers and business partners for joining us in our initiative to reduce, recycle, and reuse.”

S-One is dedicated to sustainability across all business practices. Over 100 eco-friendly products meet today’s needs in the printing industry. A first-of-its-kind product, HP Recycled Satin Canvas is made with 100% recycled bottles and coating materials. This high-performing, durable canvas was developed by S-One subsidiary, BMG, as the exclusive licensee for HP Large Format Printing Materials.

S-One is honored to be the recipient of the Sustainable Business Recognition Award from the Printing United Alliance. This prestigious award recognizes companies that implement sustainable business practices that positively affect the print industry and beyond.

Print shops around the country embrace the ink cartridge recycling program offered by S-One subsidiary, LexJet. Since launching the ink recycling program in February of 2021, over two tons of cartridges have been returned. A quick online form makes it easy to receive complimentary pick up for eligible small cartridges, all large-format cartridges, and printer fusers. Its recycled canvas product is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles under its Elements brand.

To spread awareness of earth-friendly packaging, S-One Labels & Packaging offers its Sustainability Resource Guide. This guide helps educate customers on environmental requirements, responsible disposal of packaging, and incorporating sustainable features in package design. S-One Labels & Packaging offers store-drop off recyclable films with its ReTreve line of flexible packaging films. Its award-winning ReEarth compostable and bio-faced films are made with raw materials that allow for the quickest composability. Popular ReEarth films are USDA Bio Preferred, Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) Certified, and successfully passed real-world testing through the Compost Manufacturers Association. S-One LP is a member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.

S-One recognizes its responsibility to create a positive impact with its continued commitment to spreading awareness of eco-friendly printing solutions to help make communities around the world a cleaner, healthier place for all generations.

The event featured S-One founders Ron Simkins and Art Lambert, pictured above, who started their first company, LexJet, in Sarasota in 1994. In 2012, the duo officially combined several other companies, Utopia Digital Technologies, Brand Management Group and ABAQA to form S-One Holdings Corporation. Last year, the S-One team launched its newest company, S-One Labels & Packaging.

S-One kicked off its 25th anniversary year by publishing its 2019 Culture Book, which features customer and employee stories, a look back at how S-One companies have impacted the printing industry, and how S-One has touched its local communities.

In Sarasota, S-One ramped up its fundraising efforts to benefit Sticks for Soldiers and Alex’s Lemonade Stand. The company and its employees have raised $7,500 so far in 2019, with more special events planned throughout the year.

The company was thrilled this year to win two Stevie Awards from the American Business Awards. The winners were determined by the average scores of more than 200 professionals worldwide in the two-month judging process. S-One was honored in two categories:

• Company Book: Silver Stevie Award for the S-One 2019 Culture Book
• Innovation of the Year: Bronze Stevie Award for the launch of HP Recycled Satin Canvas

“To think we’ve made it to 25 years is just astounding,” says Lambert. “It’s been quite a ride, and we couldn’t have done it without all of our dedicated employees who show up every day and give it their all. They’ve not only created a excellent company, but an extended family, as well. Ron and I couldn’t be more proud.”

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

The theme of the book is the S-One vision: Develop. Connect. Innovate., which are illustrated throughout the 48-page publication. Articles include team passions, strengths- and learning-based initiatives, community involvement projects and a look back at the past 25 years and the innovations S-One has brought to market and forever changed the print industry through its companies: LexJet, Brand Management Group, ABAQA, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging.

“As you read this new edition, you’ll see example after example of just how our culture and core values impact our people and their families, our customers and our commitment to innovations,” says Art Lambert, S-One co-founder, President & CEO. “This book illustrates what makes S-One ‘different’ and how our passion for and commitment to our teammates, partners and customers has driven us for the past 25 Years to be the best!”

Pages of Print Innovations

As pioneers of innovative print technology, we tapped some industry pros to bring cutting-edge elements to this publication. On the cover, we use HP SmartStream Mosaic software to create individually unique covers that were digitally printed on HP Indigo. We also asked our printer, Bennett Graphics, to add Scodix digital embellishment on our “S” logo. The results are eye-catching, to say the least.

We also harnessed the power of augmented reality, creating a new smartphone app, S-OneAR, available on iOS and Android, to bring videos to life right on the pages of the book. See the first page of a print copy for download instructions so you can delve deeper into our stories.

You can access a digital version with videos of the S-One 2019 Culture Book or request a print copy HERE.

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

LexJet, a subsidiary of S-One Holdings Corp., headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., is hosting a dynamic workshop called the “Power of Print” with Canon and Thomas Carabasi, Department Head for Photography and Imaging at Ringling College of Art and Design.

The day-long event, scheduled for 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3, will focus on how photographers, artists, creatives and printers can grow their business through state-of-the-art print equipment and software, as well as insider tips on selling, customer service and workflow efficiencies. Power of Print will take place at Ringling College of Art & Design’s Academic Center.

Attendees will learn valuable skills — from equipment to media choices to color management — to sharpen their skills and grow their businesses. Four leading industry experts will discuss how print is still a unique and effective channel of communication, as well as how print can work within the modern-day marketing mix.

Starting the day, professional photographer Alan Winslow will give the “Low Down on Printing,” which covers printing fundamentals, such as choosing the right paper, monitor calibration, printer settings and more. Next up, photography and cinematography entrepreneur MaKayla Jade will get into the power of storytelling in her discussion “Selling & Serving: Secrets to $5,000+ Print & Album Sales.”

After lunch, LexJet’s Michael Clementi will discuss “Enhancing Your Success with Inkjet Printing,” to cover topics like investing in the right equipment and showing an ROI for it. The seminars round out with professional photographer Clay Blackmore, who will discuss “Printing for Profit,’ that focuses on adding to the bottom line with in-house printing tips. He’ll also demonstrate his new camera techniques.

The evening concludes with a dinner and moderated Q&A. The program is sponsored by Canon, Fundy Designer, Used Photo Pro, ImagePrint, X-Rite, Dury’s and LexJet.

About LexJet: LexJet is dedicated to total convenience and personal customer service for its vast line of digital color imaging products. With one-day ground delivery to most of the continental United States, telephone and on-line ordering, highly trained account specialists, free and unlimited product and technical support, and extensive educational resources, LexJet is the industry’s premier one-stop, direct source for all kinds of imaging products.

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

“We’ve revamped the program to utilize the latest technology to give our team members access to more than 3,000 professionally taught courses that can be completed when and where they want,” says Michael Clementi, who is heading up the program. “They can take courses on their computers, tablets or smartphones, and we’re adding live (and live-streamed) classroom learning opportunities, as well.”

S-One uses Udemy online courses, which cover a wide variety of topics from stress management and yoga to marketing, leadership and software training. The first classroom lesson was held earlier this month, lead by professional photographer, Pete Wright, who taught the elements of photography.

“I’ve been interested in photography since I was young, but I have no experience other than a point and click camera or cell phone,” says class member Jen Corn. “During the class, I realized that it’s not always about the camera, but about the impact of the image being captured, the story being told and how it’s presented to the world. I can’t wait to practice some of the things I’ve learned.”

To help employees find time for learning, S-One began a monthly DEAL (Drop Everything And Learn) hour. In teams, employees are assigned one hour a month to dedicate to their continued education. Since the weather has been cooperating, desks were set up on the fourth floor outdoor patio for the DEAL hour.

“During our first DEAL hour, we collectively logged 2,900 minutes of learning,” says Clementi. “During our second DEAL hour, we put in 3,788 minutes!”

By providing the platform that affords equal learning opportunities for every team member, S-One offers evergreen courses that can be focused on individual interests to maximize the amount of professional and personal growth they can achieve.

“It’s awesome having permission to learn in the middle of a workday,” says S-One team member Jason Nelson. “Right now I’m taking a course on iOS development, and at the end of the 49.5 hour course I’ll be able to develop complex iOS apps!”

To learn more about S1U, contact Michael Clementi at S-One Holdings Corp.

SARASOTA, FLA. (Dec. 1, 2017) – S-One Holdings Corporation is pleased to announce its new division: S-One Labels & Packaging. This team is the first in the industry focused on providing essential products, unparalleled service, technical know-how and integrated solutions to digital printers in the labels and flexible packaging market.

“Staying closely in-tune with this market, we’ve discovered that our customers are looking for not only the best-performing products with lower minimums and improved lead times, but they are also searching for unwavering support and vital education as they expand into digital flexible packaging printing, which has seen exploding growth in the past year,” says Ralph Giammarco, S-OneLP Vice President. “With S-OneLP, we’ve paired our exceptional primers sales team with product experts, market development specialists and the flex-pack industry’s top minds to lead this market forward.”

Through its LexJet and Utopia Digital Technologies divisions, S-One has developed a deep partnership with industry leader, Michelman, to serve the HP Indigo customer base with best-in-class primers for the past 12 years. S-One has recently signed agreements with flex-pack innovators Toray America and Protect-all to create a comprehensive portfolio of packaging products designed to help label printing customers transition seamlessly into digital flexible packaging printing.

“There are so many opportunities for HP Indigo print providers now, and with S-OneLP, we look forward to helping them master the world of digital label and flex pack printing,” Giammarco says.

To learn more, visit S-One Labels & Packaging.

About S-One Labels & Packaging: S-OneLP is a new division of S-One Holdings Corporation providing in-line, off-line and custom primers, prelaminate films, thermal laminates and custom coatings for HP Indigo print providers, as well as materials, technical know-how and integrated solutions for digital label and flexible packaging printing.

About S-One: S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA, Avatrex, Brand Management Group, LexJet, Utopia Digital Technologies and S-One Labels & Packaging. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One has strategic alliances with Michelman, Toray America, Protect-all, Marabu Coatings, Vescom America, Signet Mills, Fredrix Canvas, HP and KODAK.

Media Contact: Shellie Terry, shellie.terry@sone.com, 941-256-7915

Earlier this year, LexJet summer interns set out to find non-profit organizations and small businesses that might benefit from wide-format graphics. They met with seven local groups who were happy to receive graphics support and the printing of a variety of items, such as banners, door graphics, posters, canvas wraps and even T-shirts, to help boost and promote their brands.

“We’re extremely grateful,” says Lynn Rasys, director of communications and development at Cat Depot, an organization devoted to rescuing homeless cats, offering low-cost veterinary services, finding new homes and providing community education.

LexJet provided Cat Depot door and floor graphics, window clings, banners and posters promoting the group’s services and upcoming events. “Everything that was created was amazing and high quality. We’re honored that we were selected as one of the organizations.”

Other groups that have been featured on the LexJet blog thus far include POP Yachts, an online boat broker in Sarasota County, which received an elevator door graphic, canvas wraps and a portable banner stand. Bit of Hope Ranch, which rescues horses and offers trail rides in Englewood, Fla., received new hanging and standing banners.Matt Walden, an up-and-coming singer-songwriter from Bradenton, Fla., was set with posters promoting his first original single, banners and custom T-shirts printed on the new Epson SureColor F2000 direct-to-garment printer.

“We had some old banners from the early 2000s that were just white with green letters, so I thought a nice, new little banner would be cool,” says Suzanne Park, who heads up Bit of Hope Ranch. “But I had no idea the length they were going to go through to make them so personal. They’re amazing.”

Additional projects will soon be featured at Coffee Carrousel, a diner on Main Street, Sarasota; Williams Parker, Attorneys at Law; and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

“This #brandUP project was a great opportunity for our interns to take a real-life marketing campaign and run it as their own business,” says Terry Lynn Belzer, marketing lead at LexJet. “Like any advertising agency, they had to uncover the needs of their ‘clients’ and find and deliver creative solutions. Plus, it fits with the LexJet character of being involved in the community at a grass-roots level. And we all had fun doing it.”

Stay tuned to the LexJet blog at blog.lexjet.com to see the next round of #brandUP projects.

Throughout the fourth and fifth floors of the Ellis Building in downtown Sarasota, which houses S-One’s headquarters, the teams built a variety of structures including a sushi platter, a pumpkin pie, a mouse in a maze, an interactive advent calendar, a basketball hoop, a Christmas tree and to finish it off, a Thanksgiving Day parade featuring Tom the Turkey and Santa Claus himself. “Our team’s creativity never ceases to amaze me,” said Art Lambert, co-founder of S-One.

Laura Coyle, director of marketing for All Faiths, was on hand to help the S-One leadership team judge the competition. “The food came to just over 2,400 pounds — enough food for 2,000 meals,” Coyle said. “Thank you again for the generosity, and I had so much fun!”

S-One is proud to have helped All Faiths, which feeds 41,000 individuals annually, and we wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!

AUGUST 15, 2014, SARASOTA, FLA. — “We always have fun every day and motivate each other in a positive way” … “This is the only organization I’ve worked for that I can’t wait to get back to work the next day” …

“One word: ‘Family.'”

These are a few of the comments employees at S-One Holdings Corporation wrote in the satisfaction survey that was part of Florida Trend magazine’s scoring for its 2014 list of the Best Companies To Work For In Florida. This survey, in addition to other metrics, helped to rank S-One in the top 20 midsized companies in the state, according to the magazine.

Sarasota-headquartered S-One oversees a number of subsidiary companies including LexJet Corporation, which was named among Florida Trend‘s Best Companies’ rankings of midsized companies for the previous five years in a row. This year, LexJet® is included with the S-One family of companies in the ranking.

“In one year, we’ve brought all the companies together and integrated all of the S-One company cultures into one,” says Art Lambert, who founded LexJet® with Ron Simkins in 1994. “During this process, we’ve multiplied the number of our teammates and went global in six months — you’d expect there to be some hiccups. But according to this employee satisfaction survey, there haven’t been. And now, instead of just LexJet® getting recognition, it’s all of S-One.”

Exceptional customer service and unrivaled employee satisfaction and empowerment were key themes that S-One staff members noted in the survey. “We got the ultimate compliment from our coworkers,” Lambert says. “100 percent of them said they would recommend working here to a friend. It doesn’t get any better than that.”

The Best Companies To Work For In Florida program was created by Florida Trend and Best Companies Group and is endorsed by the HR Florida State Council. To participate, companies or government entities had to employ at least 15 workers in Florida and have been in operation at least one year. Companies that chose to participate underwent an evaluation of their workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The process also included a survey to measure employee satisfaction.

“The top companies seek high-energy employees who vigorously accept the organization’s core values,” says Florida Trend Publisher Andy Corty. “The companies that attract these great employees are the same companies that show growth even in a challenging business environment. It’s our pleasure to recognize them and encourage others to build Florida’s competitive advantage.”

For a list of the 100 Best Companies To Work For In Florida, go to FloridaTrend.com/BestCompanies.

To learn more about S-One’s culture and background, take a look at these videos:

Intro to S-One: http://youtu.be/Ufyl4cifLqU and S-One Interns 2014: http://youtu.be/Xj7yN6DPfLE

About S-One Holdings Corporation

S-One Holdings Corporation is a global holding company headquartered in Sarasota, Fla., that oversees a number of subsidiary companies: ABAQA Corporation, Avatrex Corporation, Brand Management Group, LexJet Corporation and Utopia Digital Technologies. S-One owns the brand names of Avatrex, Craft Attitude® and LexJet®. S-One’s subsidiaries and brands, operating in 22 countries, are known throughout the graphics and media industries for the research, development, manufacturing, sale and distribution of products for imaging and design professionals worldwide. Through its subsidiary companies, S-One is the exclusive distributor of Tara Materials’ Fredrix line of wide-format inkjet canvas, and is the exclusive business partner for HP Sign and Display large format printing materials, and has the exclusive trademark licensing agreement for KODAK wide-format inkjet media and KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Media.

S-One Contact Information
Terry Lynn Belzer
941-256-7836
terrylynn.belzer@sone.com