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Northwest Custom Apparel » Professional Appearance and Grooming for the Workplace
- Erik Mickelson
- July 1, 2023
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Good grooming and keeping oneself neat and clean shows that a person respects himself or herself and the people he or she comes in contact with throughout the day. There are many aspects of grooming and personal hygiene, including hair, nails, breath, body odor, and clothing.
In today’s competitive and modern business world, adhering to professional appearance and grooming for the workplace is essential. If you have the desire to look your best at all times in social and professional settings, you need to keep in mind the following basic guidelines for good grooming in the workplace:
- Wear business suits or Proper Uniforms as per Company norms.
- Always be neat and clean, including your teeth, fingernails, face, hair, and shoes.
- Keep your pockets empty, and avoid tinkling coins or keys and bulges as much as possible.
- Avoid eating candies, smoking cigarettes, and chewing gum inside the office or Store.
- Use a portfolio case or light briefcase when carrying essential documents with you instead of compiling these documents in folders and carrying these between your armpits.
- As much as possible, remove tattoos and body piercings, making you look untidy and unprofessional.
- Wear light perfume and cologne and minimize using lots of jewelry.
- Wearing dress shirts with a company logo embroidered is a great way to display pride in the company.
- Partner with established and reputable uniform providers such as Northwest Custom Apparel, who employ skilled personnel to ensure your sharp appearance.
Dressed Conservatively
You must dress conservatively in the office to establish a credible and respectful image. In the case of women, they are advise to avoid wearing clothes that are revealing. Clothes must be fit and length to ensure confidence and comfort upon wearing.
These are just a few ways to achieve the ideal professional appearance and grooming for the workplace. Individuals must also note that personal hygiene must be practice in the workplace, not just at home. A professional appearance can be enhanced by reporting to work early, wearing the best smile often, and displaying a positive attitude.
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Antonio Massey
Production Team: Folder
Antonio Massey recently joined NWCA in June of 2022. His role on the Production Team has greatly improved our processes and productivity. Antonio is always willing to lift heavy boxes or help his co-workers during busy times. In his free time, he enjoys playing with his dog and mastering video games.
Alicia Wada
Shipping Clerk
Alicia Wada is passionate about helping her co-workers at Northwest Custom Apparel in any way that she can. She works in our Shipping and Logistics department. Alicia, who goes by Ali, has a bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics. She lived in Japan for ten years and recently brought her family to America in 2019. She is interested in learning crafts and textile art from around the world.
Erik Mickelson
Manager
Erik Mickelson’s position as Manager is more than a job, it’s a passion. It’s always fun and exciting because he enjoys marketing, computers, and coming up with innovative ideas to help NWCA grow. He majored in accounting and finance at Washington State University, graduating in 1996, and returned to school to obtain his Master of Business from WGU, graduating in 2016. Erik continually strives to advance his education through podcasts, audiobooks, and industry tradeshows. He is married to a remarkable and caring wife named Wendy, a Registered Nurse, with whom he shares his many hobbies and a love for the outdoors.
Ruth Nhoung
Production Manager
Ruth Nhoung is our Production Manager and Northwest Custom Apparel is lucky to have her. Thanks to her vast knowledge of machine embroidery and dedication to creating a comfortable and supportive work environment, the production plant runs smoothly and customers are pleased with our work. She is a loving mother and grandmother and enjoys spending quality time with her siblings. She says, “I love everything about Northwest Custom Apparel: the people, the atmosphere, the work, and the customers. I love what I do and I embrace all of NWCA’s core values”.
Steve Deland
Art Director
Steve Deland has been our amazing Artist since 2017. He loves working at Northwest Custom Apparel because he appreciates the goal-oriented, progressive-thinking management style. He is most passionate about his art, which includes scroll saw woodwork, and his five grandchildren.
Taylar Hanson
Sales
Taylar Hanson is a highly acclaimed Saleswoman at Northwest Custom Apparel. She has a BA in Apparel, Merchandising, Design, and Textiles from Washington State University. “Go Cougs!” The best part of Taylar’s job is getting to work with longtime customers who trust us to do the best work and take care of their needs. She is passionate about appreciating nature, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Nika Lao
Sales
Nika Lao is very knowledgeable in how the business is ran because she began as an Embroidery Machine Operator and has worked hard to become the excellent and personable saleswoman she is today. She enjoys the stress-free environment and the many chances to connect with her co-workers over potlucks, BBQs, and bowling parties. Nika is a proud sister of two highly successful brothers and can boast mastering three languages herself: Khmer, Thai, and English. She is an avid camper, enjoys going to farmer markets, and loves cooking.
Bradley Wright
Accountant
Bradley Wright has been a vital team member of NWCA since 2017. As our accountant and knower-of-all-things, Bradley is proud to work closely with his wonderful colleagues. He studied at the University of Washington. These days he dedicates his free time to his new house.
Dominic Nguyen
DTG Operator
Dominic Nguyen recently joined our Direct-To-Garment department. He says he loves the family work environment at Northwest Custom Apparel. In his free time, Dom likes to listen to music, hangout with friends, and play video games. He comes from a very big family which can be very chaotic at times, but is always exciting.
Sothea Tann
Production Team: Trimmer
Sothea Tann recently joined the Production Team in 2022. She finds Northwest Custom Apparel to be a good working environment with helpful and friendly staff. In her free time, Sothea spends quality time with her family and, overall, focuses on a peaceful and happy lifestyle.
Brian Beardsley
DTG Supervisor
Brian Beardsley has been with Northwest Custom Apparel since 2018. He is our DTG Supervisor. Brian loves that he gets to work with high-tech machines in a fun atmosphere. He has a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design. He said, “I always wanted to create visually interesting assets in a variety of mediums”. In his free time, he enjoys building and painting models, playing video games, designing, and playing his guitar.
UT Tri Tran
Embroidery Machine Operator
UT Tri Tran loves Northwest Custom Apparel so much that, although she has already retired after a long career in machine embroidery operations, she is happy to return part time. She says, “I love the family style work environment and how everyone shares food, laughter, and fun on a regular basis.” In her free time she is dedicated to living a healthy and peaceful lifestyle with her friends and family.
BunsereytheavyHoeu
Embroidery Machine Operator
BunsereytheavyHoeu, who goes by Theavy, won our Operator of the Year in 2021. She takes on many roles in the production team. She says, “These are not my co-workers, these are my family! I cherish all the memories we make together”. When she goes home to be with her family, she makes the most of her time with them by holding family get-togethers and even karaoke competitions.
Sreynai Meang
Embroidery Machine Operator
SreynaiMeang is a hard-working Machine Operator. She is most passionate about helping people. Sreynai, who goes by Nai, likes to exercise in her free time and talk with her family in Cambodia.
Kanha Chhorn
Embroidery Machine Operator
Kanha Chhorn has been an Embroidery Operator with Northwest Custom Apparel since 2018. She is delightful and always makes everyone smile and laugh. Kanha takes on additional tasks that allow us to exceed our customers’ expectations. In her free time, she can be found at her local temple or spending quality time with her family and friends.
Savy Som
Embroidery Machine Operator
SavySom is one of our Machine Operators who is passionate about embroidery and sewing. She enjoys working at NWCA because of its flexibility. She has two teenage sons and loves spending time with her family on the weekends.
SorphornSorm
Embroidery Machine Operator
SorphornSorm has been a Machine Operator since 2011. One of her four sisters works here as well. Her other relatives are in Cambodia. In her free time, Sorphorn studies English, listens to music, and enjoys exercising.
Jim Mickelson
CEO
Jim Mickelson, after a successful career with a major oil company, founded Northwest Embroidery in 1977. This was the first commercial embroidery in the Pacific Northwest. Over the years, Jim has become the guru of embroidery never refusing to answer a question or offer advice to his fellow embroiders. Jim and his wife Leeanna raised four wonderful children who went on to successful business careers.
Northwest Custom Apparel 152 Google reviews
Northwest Custom Apparel
152 Google reviews
Janice Herron
2024-02-09
Love their amazing customer service! From ordering over the phone, through email, or in person at Northwest Custom Apparel, everyone is very helpful, and very nice! Always! We have been ordering our apparel for our local small business through them for many years! Thank you Thank you!
Morgan Pero
2024-01-26
Excellent people, products and customer service!
Drew Halverson
2024-01-23
Great product offerings/results, swift communication, and helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Tim s
2024-01-12
Northwest Custom apparel always does great work! We have been a customer for over 25 years and are always satisfied with the products we get!!
RPD
2024-01-12
NW Custom Apparel treats us like we’re their only customer! Everyone is always so friendly and helpful. They’re great!
Randy Birch
2024-01-11
We us Northwest Custom Apparel for our work shirts and they are incredible. The staff is super friendly, the quality of workmanship is outstanding and they stand by the work they do. I love this place.
Heidi Christiansen
2024-01-10
Eve
2024-01-10
The company I work for has been buying custom apparel for the team members for years now. We love working with NW Custom Apparel because the process is easy, delivery is timely, and materials are high quality. Anytime I’ve ever had an issue, they’re quick to resolve it.We’ve purchased both embroidered items and DTG graphic tees. We’ve purchased blankets, shirts, jackets, hoodies, etc. Everything ends up looking super professional, and our team members always have positive things to say.Ally is always there at the warehouse with a smile and a friendly greeting when I pick up materials. She is so helpful and respectful.Taylar is a wonderful customer service rep. I’ve sent her some complicated orders—like 20 different items with all different colorways and styles or 150 items with three different styles—and she is so good at getting everything just right.I plan to continue purchasing from NW Custom for high-quality custom apparel.
Hoa DeBusk
2024-01-09
Have used them for years. Knowledgeable team that is always so helpful in recommending options or creating designs. Great quality too for embroidery or digital prints. Very happy with them as a vendor.
Stacey Perez
2024-01-09
We use Northwest Custom Apparel for all of our professional embroidery needs for the orthodontic office I work at. They do great work, are quick and have never missed a deadline. Highly recommend if you need any custom apparel needs.
