Budding entrepreneurs find success formula in photo-printing venture

MANILA, Philippines - “Everyone wants to capture a moment. This is the reason why sales of camera phones and digital cameras are steadily increasing over the years. A lot of people also wanted to have a printout of that photo that’s why I believe that photo-printing is a stable business,” shared Niño Abalde on how, through careful observation, he decided to open Printhere Shop in Cagayan de Oro City which utilizes the Tronix Evo3 Digital Printing Machine as ‘business partner’.

Niño, who is only 27 years young, is one of the countless budding entrepreneurs in the country. He believes in the resilience of the Filipino people and decided to open a business even when others around him are leaving the country to work abroad. His risk paid off.  At present, he is reaping the rewards and plan to open more photo-printing shops.

Niño is just one of the four young Pinoy entrepreneurs based in the province whose business have been improved with the convenience and reliability of the Tronix Evo3, a digital photo printing machine that is designed for large-volume printing of photos from any digital media (memory cards, SD cards, USB flash drives, CD’s) or even from cellphones using Bluetooth.  It is very flexible and can print photos in various sizes, from cute size, wallet size, the 3R, 4R, to 8R.

Just like him, raving about Tronix Evo3 are Sirkael Sepulveda, 24, of Davao City; Lynette Tolentino, 25, from Pangasinan and Jose Michael Cea, 26, from Daraga, Albay. 

Though they are located in different regions of the country, they share the same stories on how the product has paved the way for them to become successful entrepreneurs – even at a young age. 

What made Niño praise the efficiency of the Tronix Evo3 is its impressive system that makes his job less stressful.  “The Tronix Evo3 is equipped with applications that are so easy to use and it is built with a system that records cash and sales. Therefore, managing my business is easier because of that.”

Similar to Niño, establishing his own printing business called ‘Pics and Prints’ in Daraga, Albay has been a long time plan for Jose Michael. After browsing the web, he came across information about the Tronix Evo3 and immediately he saw the potential for a profitable business.

“We have a lot of loyal clients now since we have very affordable rates for the photo-prints and they don’t have to wait too long to get the prints,” he said. “Managing this business is easy for me, since the system offers the highest productivity rate which allows us to print more in less time.  That efficiency translates to more satisfied clients. Add to that, the use of the Continuous Ink System (CIS) in every Tronix Evo3 lowers material costs. It also comes with high quality inks and papers that produce lasting printouts that come in livelier colors. Our customers are very satisfied with the final results.”

For Lynette, owner of Pangasinan-based Graphileta Prints, the high demand for photo prints inspired her to venture in this business. “In a mall here, I saw how different people enjoyed looking at their photo prints. There’s a different feeling in seeing a photo printed rather than on a computer monitor alone,” she said. She even shared that because of the efficiency and convenience of the system, she managed to have time for other businesses to support her family.

Similar to Lynette’s observation, Sirkael, of Urban Capture in Davao, recognized the increase in photo-printing demands because almost everyone owns a camera or a cell phone with cameras. After consultations and finding the perfect location, Sirkael ventured into the business and since then, he believed it was the best decision he made.

Presently, Sirkael has created a name in Davao as the top-of-mind printer of choice of those who are into photography. With efficiency comes a greater return. And just like the three, he is proud to be part of a large number of entrepreneurs who have stayed in the country to provide employment for our fellowmen and provide quality service to customers.

“I am very thankful that the Tronix Evo3 is helping me tremendously in my business. It allowed me to contribute to the local economy and at the same time, provide jobs to those who need it most and provide photo-printing services to people from all walks of life,” Sirkael said.