2009 Printing Industry Hall of Fame: Quest to Be the Best

THE TERM "wake-up call" generally refers to a heightening of one's awareness to a situation that needs to be rectified. Herb Zebrack is living proof that the term can carry dual meanings, including a literal application.

This story traces back some 50 years, when Zebrack was a teenager attending L.A. Trade Tech during the day and working at a print shop during evenings. Zebrack also managed to squeeze in some courting time in-between, making for a rigorous schedule.