Our Story
Bishop Image Group is the fearless commercial printer. We print and install signage, banners, tradeshow graphics and just about anything else a business could ever need to communicate and sell. What sets us apart is our ability to solve complex and/or last-minute projects that would terrify most commercial printers. We’re confident, entrepreneurial, agile, creative, resourceful, resilient and above all things – reliable. Whatever the challenge, we’ll bend reality if necessary to help our clients succeed.
BIG Timeline
Leadership Team
Chris Bishop
Founder/President
What do you do at BIG?
Everything. I work with clients. I manage our core and extended team. I plan for growth, making sure we have the right technologies and processes in place to meet our clients’ needs today and tomorrow.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
It means finding a way to get our clients what they need. Even when there is no way. Especially when there is no way.
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
I’m a proud dad and husband. I spend a lot of time with my kids. My wife and I enjoy having friends over. I love the Cubbies. I grill. I Netflix. And occasionally, I sleep.
Jeff Sirota
Production Engineer
What do you do at BIG?
I work with clients’ production files to ensure that they’re ready for print. I pre-flight, troubleshoot and make changes when necessary. I work with our print technicians and project managers to make sure we’re on schedule and in sync with our client partners at every step along the way.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
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For me, fearless is about creativity and invention. I love when the client starts a conversation with “I have no idea if you guys can do this…” In many cases, we don’t know how to do what the client is asking us to do. But in figuring it out, we become more knowledgeable and more confident in our abilities. Being fearless is embracing challenges. It’s a mindset. |
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
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My interests are wide ranging and eclectic. I produce short films. I play lead guitar in a band. I’m a radio host. And I love hockey. Go Hawks! |
Susan Bishop
Vice President
What do you do at BIG?
This, that, and anything that is needed whether it be operations, financial, sales, human resources, or helping make upper management decisions.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
Seeing the projects as they are – sometimes with fear or concern, and then making smart decisions to make sure the client is happy.
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
I love spending time with our nearly grown 4 children as well as traveling and exploring new places.
Lexi Ryckman-Harriett
PrePress Technician
What do you do at BIG?
I do all things file related; preflight, proof, prep for production and design as needed. I work with the Project Management team to understand the goals of the client and apply the practical knowledge of materials and production processes to identify areas of concerns and provide solutions in order to achieve the best finished product.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
Not being afraid to step away from “the way we’ve always done it” and finding the right solutions for new challenges. It’s ok to not know the answers as long as you’re willing to look for them!
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
Survive! I have two small children, two old dogs and one great husband. When I’m not cleaning up after my kids or trying to get them to put their shoes on for school… I enjoy photography, baking, embroidery and reading.
Sarah Schipp
Account Manager
What do you do at BIG?
I’m a project manager that works with our clients and our team to oversee all of the aspects of our projects for successful coordination and completion.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
Being fearless to me means that I might not always have the answer but that I’m willing to ask questions to figure it out one way or another. It also means that I’m able to move forward with confidence, knowing that even if I’m going to make mistakes, that I’ll be able to handle them and get to an end result that I can feel happy with.
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
My friends and family are very important to me so I spend as much time with them as possible. I enjoy going out and being social, concerts, dancing, and anything that involves laughing.
Quian Edmund
Sales
What do you do at BIG?
I work to help bring in new clients and introduce them to the BIG team and our process!
What does being fearless really mean to you?
There’s no task big enough, that can not be tackled. In other words, there’s never anything you can’t do. Mindset is everything!
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
Lots of football & photography!
Scott Scharf
Project Coordinator
What do you do at BIG?
I help connect the dots and streamline our projects to help get our best work out the door as fast as possible.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
Being able to do the right thing no matter the consequences.
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
I try to spend as much time exploring, camping, and hiking with my wife and dog. But when those Chicago winters come, I’m happy with a good book and a hearty stout.
Ashley Clodfelter
Project Coordinator
What do you do at BIG?
I am a Project Coordinator, and I assist in communications with our clients and making sure projects are completed smoothly.
What does being fearless really mean to you?
What being fearless means to me is that I’m not living without fear, but being brave enough to put myself out there and recognize that I can make a difference in the environments that I am in.
What do you do when you’re not BIG-ing?
When I’m not at work I work on my art practice, go to shows, and hang out with friends!