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As your collaborative, strategic execution partner, Freedom provides “peace of mind” during every stage of your data-driven direct mail programs. From concept development, delivery, straight to your consumer’s mailbox, Freedom is focused on results.

 

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Our Accomplished Leaders.

With our dependable vision and tenured leadership team, Freedom provides cutting-edge technology solutions for your direct marketing campaigns.

The foundation of our leadership’s philosophy is built upon total employee involvement and a dedicated commitment to the demands of an evolving physical, digital, and mobile marketplace.

 

Marty Liebert

CEO

Marty’s Professional Expertise — As a co-founder of Freedom, Marty is actively involved in all facets of the organization, including areas of technology adaptation, expansion of capabilities and locations, and early adoption of commitment to postal optimization as part of our direct mail solution. Marty has implemented a company-wide supply chain philosophy focused on end-to-end solutions optimizing product format, imaging solutions, and logistics efficiencies. As a leading direct mail expert in the industry, Marty is committed to partnering with strategic customers on investments in new technology and capabilities that improve response and drive efficiencies within the supply chain.

In my free time I enjoy…

working on special projects for small businesses, training the next family trail horse and time on the water with family.

 

Eric Blohm

President

Eric’s Professional Expertise — As a veteran of data driven direct marketing solutions for enterprise companies, Eric has spent over 35 years in the print and mail business developing customized solutions for marketers that focus on improving financial performance, best use of technology, product development, and manufacturing excellence. As President, Eric leads all aspects of Freedom’s business and oversees the company’s ongoing expansion efforts while utilizing his collaborative approach, building superior teams that focus on people, process, and technology. Eric is a graduate of Cardinal Stritch University and has participated in several executive development programs during his career including Kellogg School of Management and Wisconsin School of Business.

In my free time I enjoy…

spending time with my wife and dogs, as well as being an active board member of the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) of southeastern Wisconsin, helping with their mission to remain a no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationships between animals and humans through adoptions and education.

 

Scott Liebert

SVP Sales & Marketing

Scott’s Professional Expertise — Scott has been involved in all aspects of Freedom since 1995, beginning his career in various departments including the pressroom, IT, programming and customer service. After receiving his Bachelor of Business Administration-Marketing degree from Northern Illinois University, he held positions in the sales department developing and strengthening relationships with one of our largest financial customers. As a critical asset during the company’s growth and success over the past 15 years, Scott is currently responsible for the next generation of direct mail technologies at Freedom.

In my free time I enjoy…

rehabbing older homes for the next generation of families, everything outdoors and fishing on the lake with my family.

 

Beverly Ziencina

VP of Finance

Beverly’s Professional Expertise – Beverly is responsible for leading all financial and accounting functions at Freedom. She has been in the printing industry for over 33 years and utilizes her expertise to help align the departments of Accounting, Estimating, Procurement, and Paper Management within the financial sector of the company.

In my free time I enjoy…

spending time with my grandkids and daughters, as well as poolside entertaining with friends and neighbors.

 

Amy Deveau

SVP Strategy & Solutions

Amy’s Professional Expertise – Amy has been in a sales leadership role with Freedom for over 14 years. She has been instrumental in helping Freedom substantially grow and diversify its client base while bringing new technologies and direct marketing solutions to the marketplace. She earned a BA from the University of California, Berkeley, in Political Science.

In my free time I enjoy…

traveling, swimming, skiing, and practicing yoga as often as possible.

 

Mark Smith

SVP of Data & Technology

Mark’s Professional Expertise – Mark Smith is the Senior Vice President of Data & Technology Solutions for Freedom, responsible for the strategic direction, vision, and performance of Freedom’s business systems. As a seasoned professional with more than thirty years of IT, development, operations, and programming experience, Mark is known for driving operational excellence and business solutions, as well as building outstanding teams and performance efficiencies.

In my free time I enjoy…

spending time outdoors hiking, camping, and riding my motorcycle.

 

Javier Gibert

SVP of Operations

Javier’s Professional Expertise – With over 20 years of direct mail operations experience, Javier joined the Freedom team in 2016. His expertise includes scheduling, printing, bindery/lettershop, and commingling. Javier’s home campus is in Aurora, IL and as Senior Vice President of Operations, he is responsible for all day-to-day operations including plant management, scheduling, quality, safety, warehousing, and commingling. Javier is a dynamic and inspirational leader who leverages his industry experience to ensure that all projects are flowing smoothly through the manufacturing processes at Freedom.

In my free time I enjoy…

traveling with my family, reading, and watching a good movie.

 

Shari Eager

Director of Customer Service

Shari’s Professional Expertise – Shari has been in an Account Manager/Leadership role within Freedom since 2005. As Director of Customer Service, she is the connection between the client and the company, analyzing production requirements, and recommending solutions that optimize operational efficiencies while meeting client needs and improving internal systems and procedures. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in University Studies with a focus in business management from the University of Texas – Arlington.

In my free time I enjoy…

exercising, crafting, baking, and spending time with my family.

 

Rich Korepanow

Director of Human Resources

Rich’s Professional Expertise – Rich has been leading Freedom’s Human Resources team since 1994, managing all responsibilities related to hiring and retaining talented employees, as well as coordinating benefits, managing payroll, and assisting with various training programs via our in-house Freedom University and other local educational partners. He also assists with company-sponsored events including various celebrations and charitable endeavors throughout the year. Compassionate by nature, Rich truly enjoys helping all employees reach their full potential at Freedom.

In my free time I enjoy…

spending time with my three children and my nephew. I am a Catholic Deacon and spend my time ministering to parishioners who are grieving the loss of a loved one. In addition, I help out at a local food pantry that assists in local economically depressed neighborhoods in Chicago’s southwest suburbs.

 

Certifications And Awards We’ve Earned:

Data Security
Corporate Sustainability & Responsibility
Technical, Quality & Education
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OUR CAMPUSES

5 Midwestern Production Facilities Operating Under One Roof.

Our national business model operates “under one roof”, allowing the versatility and flexibility to focus on our clients’ business dynamics.

HOW WE BEGAN

Let’s Go Back To Where It All Started.

Founded in 1986, Freedom is one of the largest family-owned direct mail providers in the United States.

Our state-of-the art, end-to-end integrated marketing platform drives highly relevant, targeted results. We maximize ROI for our clients across many vertical markets including: financial services, insurance, telecommunications, healthcare, travel & leisure, retail, automotive, and non-profit organizations. In essence, Freedom is Enabling Imagination®; ensuring that the right message is delivered to the right audience at the right time across multiple marketing channels.

 

Our vision is to be a sole-source leader in turnkey, integrated marketing solutions.

 

Our Vision

We want to be your one-stop-shop for integrated marketing solutions. We leverage creative assets across multiple channels to deliver the right messages at the right times to the right customers. With Freedom as your strategic partner, you will increase trust, collaboration, and performance between your business and your customers.

Our Mission

We understand there is no one-size-fits-all approach to customer outreach which is why we customize each marketing strategy to fit our clients’ unique needs. Let us maximize your ROI through cutting-edge technology and data-driven execution.

 

OUR TIMELINE

Explore Over 30 Years of History:

Milton, WI

Freedom opens its first location, a 13,000 sq. ft. print facility in Milton, WI.

 

1986

Milton, WI

Freedom introduces inline inkjet personalization in Milton, WI.

 

1992

Aurora, IL

Freedom acquires Precise Data Services and opens a 235,000 sq. ft. lettershop and data services facility in Aurora, IL.

 

1996

Freedom unveils ConnectExecute®, our proprietary campaign management system.

 

2003

Aurora, IL

Freedom introduces extensive state-of-the-art in-house commingling and postal optimization capabilities.

 

2004

Grand Prairie, TX

Freedom opens operations in Grand Prairie, TX with a 175,000 sq. ft. facility featuring print, personalization, lettershop, bindery, and commingling under one roof.

 

2005

Milton, WI

Freedom opens its brand new lettershop facility in Milton, WI focusing on lettershop & mail.

 

2007

Freedom re-engineers and streamlines its manufacturing processes to improve quality, drive efficiencies, and increase return on investment.

 

2009

Multi-location Offset press installations (single + double web).

 

2010

Milton, WI

Freedom installs industry game-changing high-speed digital press; 100% variable.

 

2011

Installation of a high-speed offline; Additional digital presses; Booklet stitching;
PCI DSS assessment and PCI Certification; Implementation of policies and procedures for HIPAA and PHI.

 

2012

Freedom is SOC-2/Type II audited, validating that our Information Systems are relevant to security, availability, processing, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.

 

2013

Freedom upgrades our high-speed digital press, thus increasing press speeds and adding capacity, while also increasing the quality output.

 

2014

Milton, WI

Freedom adds additional digital capabilities and finishing. Opens the new Digital Technology Center.

 

2015

Additional Offset press added in Milton, additional inline finishing capabilities installed in Grand Prairie, and high-speed inserters added in Aurora, Milton, and Grand Prairie facilities.

 

2016

Additional Offset press added in Aurora, additional high-speed inserters added across the company; received HITRUST CSF Certification (HIPAA/Healthcare data security).

 

2017

Freedom receives EcoVadis Silver Rating for Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility.

 

2018

Freedom purchases the assets of Suncraft Technologies.

 

2021

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