Celebrating 55 Years of Growth, Resilience, and Family at Yerecic Label
As we celebrate Yerecic Label’s 55th anniversary this year, we reflect on a remarkable journey of innovation, hard work, and the commitment to a vision that has remained constant since our founding. From humble beginnings in the Yerecic family garage to becoming a leader in label manufacturing, we have made great strides. The road we’ve traveled is a testament to our dedicated team, the strength of our generational ownership, and the growth that has fueled our success.
A Humble Beginning
In 1969, Yerecic Label’s journey began in the Yerecic family garage, fueled by a vision to create something meaningful. Arthur Yerecic, our founder, was a visionary entrepreneur who, alongside his wife Jane, managed every aspect of the business – printing, shipping, and marketing – while their son, Art, now our current President, spent his summers and weekends learning the trade. What started as a small operation quickly grew into something far greater than anyone could have imagined.
Art remembers, “A childhood friend laughed when I said I wanted to join my Dad and Mom in our family business. At the time, the company was located in the garage of our home. My friend didn’t think our business offered much of a future.” But Art knew better.
Expanding Our Space and Capabilities
By 1975, Yerecic Label had already moved into its first storefront, a critical step in the company’s growth. As the years passed, the company expanded operations and took on more complex projects, requiring more space and resources. As a result, Yerecic Label moved several times over the years, occupying various facilities to meet the demands of its growing business.
Today, we operate out of two state-of-the-art printing facilities, with over 80,000 square feet of combined space. These facilities allow us to offer our customers the highest quality, most innovative labels on the market while maintaining the efficiency and speed necessary to meet the demands of the fresh food industry.
A Generational Transfer of Leadership
Two of the most significant milestones in Yerecic Label’s history were the generational transfers of leadership. In 1995, after years of careful planning and growth, Art became the sole owner of Yerecic Label. This decision to transfer ownership from father to son was both emotional and monumental, but it was rooted in a shared vision to continue the company’s success for generations to come.
Even after the transfer, Art’s father continued to work alongside him, despite facing serious health challenges. His character and work ethic laid the foundation for Yerecic Label’s enduring success. Art reflects, ‘My Dad was larger than life. I still marvel at his character and accomplishments.’
That legacy continues today. In late 2023, Art and his wife Sue transferred a significant portion of the company’s ownership to a third generation of Yerecic family members. To learn more about this milestone, read one of our previous blog posts linked here. The third-generation team of Josh Yerecic, Kristin Yerecic Scott and Elizabeth Yerecic Freedman brings new vitality and refreshed focus. They have significantly increased the pace of improvement at Yerecic Label.
Looking to the Future
As we celebrate our 55th anniversary, we’re filled with pride as we reflect on the incredible journey we’ve taken and the milestones we’ve reached. From our humble beginnings in the Yerecic family garage, to operating two printing facilities spanning coast to coast, we’ve come a long way—and none of it would have been possible without the unwavering support of our amazing team, customers, and partners. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey!
Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue innovating, growing, and serving the fresh food industry for many more years to come. Here’s to 55 years of excellence—and to many more years of growth and success!
Visit our History Page to take a closer look at how we’ve evolved over the years!