Sherri Isbell, director of Printing and Mailing Services at the University of Oklahoma, discusses what drew her to the printing industry and how she advanced from a college job at a small publishing company to overseeing one of the country’s largest university in-plants.

She shares her experiences in leadership, emphasizing the significance of hard work, adaptability, and fostering team growth. She also touches on the value of diversity in the workplace, continuous learning, cross-training, innovation, and networking through the In-plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA), which provided her with valuable connections and career advancement opportunities.

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