Arpy Simonian, a Women in Print Alliance member, didn’t follow a traditional path into print — she grew up in the industry, working in her father’s business for 20 years, but was never fully given the opportunity to lead. When she decided to leave, she faced a difficult reality: no financial backing, no clear roadmap, and no safety net.

In this episode of Her Imprint, Arpy shares how she started her business from home, took on side jobs to fund her first press, and built Arpine Labels & Print entirely on her own.

From teaching herself every aspect of production to creating a company culture rooted in creativity and empowerment, she has built a story that is both bold and deeply inspiring.