Our History
OUR HISTORY
Founded over a century ago, Tru Art Color Graphics has been a cornerstone in the commercial printing industry. With roots tracing back to the turn of the century, we have evolved through four and five generations of leadership, each bringing a unique vision while upholding the core values that have defined our success: quality, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
EARLY YEARS
Our journey began as a small print shop, dedicated to serving the local community with exceptional print services. The company also provided bank supplies and quickly grew into a regional provider. Over the decades, we expanded our capabilities, embracing new technologies and methodologies to meet the growing demands of our clients. Our reputation for delivering high-quality products and our relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction quickly set us apart in the industry.
GROWTH & EXPANSION
As the printing industry evolved, so did we. We expanded our services to include mailing solutions, large format and digital printing, becoming a one-stop-shop for our clients’ diverse needs. The tenacity and perseverance of our founder Samual W. Mercer lives in each of our team members today, making us a leading commercial printer in Iowa.
INNOVATION & EXCELLENCE
Innovation has always been at the heart of Tru Art Color Graphics. From the adoption of cutting-edge printing technologies to our commitment to sustainable practices, we have continually sought ways to improve our services and reduce our environmental footprint.
COMMUNITY & VALUES
Throughout our history, we have remained deeply rooted in our community. We take pride in knowing each customer personally, ensuring that we provide tailored solutions that meet their unique requirements. Our values of doing work in-house, owning our mistakes, and celebrating our employees and customers have created a culture of trust and reliability that our clients have come to depend on.
LOOKING AHEAD
As we look to the future, Tru Art Color Graphics is committed to continuing our legacy of excellence. We are excited to explore new opportunities in the commercial printing industry and leveraging our expertise to deliver innovative solutions that help our clients succeed. Our dedication to quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction will always be the driving force behind everything we do.
