Carlton Blase - CEO

Carlton Blase is the owner and CEO of Print Art, Inc. He is the driving force behind the success of the company. His knowledge of the graphics arts industry and business insight provide a clear vision for the company’s future growth. Carl’s management style embraces a top driven philosophy.

Carl rejoined Print Art in 1995. Prior to purchasing the company in 2003 he held the position of COO and acquired the administrative aspects of the company while overseeing production.

Carl has 25 years of experience in the printing industry. He has taken course studies in color management, benchmarking prepress, and pressroom operations at RIT. Carl previously sat as a board member for the Philadelphia School of Printing.

Carl currently resides in Atlantic County NJ with his wife and 3 children. He spends his spare time following NASCAR.

Douglas Powell - CFO

Douglas Powell is the CFO and Corporate Secretary for Print Art Inc. He is responsible for overseeing the day to day administrative activity of the company.

Doug joined Print Art in 1997 as the Print Estimator after working for 14 years in the gaming industry. He held numerous positions during his tenure in the casino gaming industry including Analyst, Manager, and Purchasing Agent. During the past ten years at Print Art, Doug has taken on additional responsibilities with the company which have prepared him for his current position as Chief Financial Officer.

Frank Nardi - VP of Operations

Frank is known for his creative solutions and technical expertise. Starting as a graphic artist at Print Art, Inc. more than a decade ago, he worked his way up the management track. Today, he is Vice President of Operations, a well-suited position considering he has direct experience in many of the jobs he is now supervising. Experience includes, building and administrating the company’s Print MIS system, operations management and process improvement, marketing strategy and brand awareness, art direction, new business development and R&D.

Nardi was instrumental in Print Art, Inc. earning it’s FSC certification through the Rainforest Alliance. He oversaw the application, which required extensive audits and reporting. Working for a printer, it was important to Nardi that the company handled forest products, such as paper, responsibly, with minimal impact to the environment. He has also helped Print Art receive its G7 Master Printer Certification, a new standard in the industry and a designation held by only 500 Printers world wide.

Nardi is a graduate of Northampton College, with a degree in Advertising Design. A lifelong learner, he has taken the time to train in Rapport Leadership International.

Frank’s overall success is due in part to his education, his industry experience, his natural talent, drive, and passion.