Storey is our new Client Relations Specialist for our Embroidery and Apparel department! She grew up in both Salt Lake City, Utah, and Santa Rosa, California. However, she has been in San Luis Obispo since 2018 and has gained a huge appreciation for the town and its people. 

Check out some need-to-know facts about Storey below:

1. She loves to read and tries to read at least two books a month (She’s always open for book reccomendations!)

2. she loves to bake and hopes to open her own bakery one day!

2. her favorite snack is cheese. all the cheese.

Storey is excited to start her career at Poor Richard’s Press! Welcome, Storey!

Melissa grew up in Bakersfield but has lived in SLO County for over 13 years (she officially considers herself a local!). She moved away to Texas for 2 of those years, but missed SLO too much to stay away! 

She got a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from The Arts Institute and has worked in almost every industry that Poor Richard’s Press has to offer. She has previously worked as a sign designer, creative service manager, a general designer, and a Print Production Manager! 

Here’s some fun facts about Melissa:

1. she loves being outdoors!

She enjoys hiking, biking, camping, going to the beach, and most of all spending time at a lake.

2. she knows how to crochet

Before starting at Poor Richard’s Press, she had about six months to spend at home (thanks to COVID) where she spent her free time learning how to crochet. She has made three blankets, six beanies, a shawl, and some scarves!

3. she had a one-of-a-kind wedding

Melissa’s first date with her now husband was in downtown SLO, so when they decided to get married they wanted a wedding downtown. They ended up being the first people to ever get issued a permit for a wedding in the plaza! 

Melissa is excited to start her career here at Poor Richard’s Press. Welcome Melissa!!!

Bella is joining the Poor Richard’s Press team as our new marketing manager! She is from the small coastal town of Loma Mar, California and she just recently (virtually!) graduated from Cal Poly with a degree in Agricultural Communications. She is excited to start her career here at Poor Richard’s Press.

Here are some need-to-know facts about Bella:

1. She loves being outdoors!

She enjoys spending her free time outdoors whether its hiking, relaxing on the beach, or exploring the surroundings of SLO.

2. SHe is currently working her way through all of stephan king’s novels

Since January Bella has read 7 of his books; she still has quite a way to go to finish them all! (90 to be more specific!)

3. her favorite animals are goats

In her small hometown she raised Pygmy and Nigerian goats for fun and as family pet. She loves their unique personalities and how energetic they can be. 

4. She is excited to be part of the poor richard’s press team!

“I am excited to take advantage of all that this job has to offer. There’s so many different products and services offered here, I can’t wait to learn about each and every one!”