Kristine Tamblingson, a member of Women in Print Alliance, didn’t plan a career in print — but once she stepped into a startup environment, she never looked back. From helping build a facility from the ground up to becoming a general manager and now Vice President of Sales for national accounts at Oliver Inc., Kristine’s journey is rooted in curiosity, mentorship, and a willingness to learn every part of the business. In this episode of Her Imprint, she shares how hands-on experience — from feeding presses to managing teams — shaped her leadership style and career path.

Kristine also offers a powerful perspective on leadership, culture, and growth. She discusses navigating male-dominated environments, earning respect over time, and why choosing the right company culture matters more than chasing titles. Her message is clear: stay curious, build relationships, and don’t tie your identity solely to your job — your career should support your life, not define it.

01:00 – Introduction to Kristine Tamblingson
01:30 – Overview of Oliver Inc and Print Packaging Solutions
02:00 – How She Got Started in Print
03:30 – Growing From Client Services to Operations Leadership
04:30 – The Power of Mentorship and Early Career Growth
05:30 – Building Teams and Mentoring the Next Generation
06:30 – Why Print Is Always Evolving and Never Boring
07:30 – The Emotional Impact of Print and Packaging
09:00 – Tactile Print and Engaging the Next Generation
10:30 – Career Turning Point: Moving to the Northeast
12:00 – Leading a Struggling Facility Through Transformation
13:30 – Being the Only Woman in the Room
15:00 – Building Confidence and Leadership Identity
16:30 – The Importance of Mentorship and Community
18:00 – Breaking Down Silos and Building Team Culture
19:30 – Leadership Strengths and Team Building
21:00 – Learning From Failure and Growth Through Challenges
23:00 – Advice on Navigating Male-Dominated Spaces
25:00 – Advice to Her Younger Self Culture Over Title