From past to present
The Story of Firespring
Yesterday, today and tomorrow—our mission has always been to help you accomplish yours.
We opened our doors in 1992 as a printshop, but quickly evolved into a company that built websites for other printers, small businesses and nonprofits. Why, you ask? Because we saw a critical need for companies and orgs to own a website they could manage themselves—no computer expert required.
We created easy-to-manage websites. Added full-service creative marketing. Backed it all with a live support team that’ll knock your socks off. And today you can find our printing, website and creative marketing services all under one roof (in both Lincoln and Omaha).
For more than 30 years, clients have trusted us with their brands, businesses and organizations. Will you be next?
The Wonder Years
The Beginning | 1992
A Tale of Two Cities | 1995
Our second AlphaGraphics opens, establishing our presence in Omaha.
Level Up | 1996
A new website services division launches in the printshop basement as Level100 Communications—later renamed Digital IMS (Digital Integrated Marketing Systems).
Independence Day | 2001
We break away from the Alphagraphics franchise to become Cornerstone Print & Marketing, and Digital IMS spins off as its own entity with the launch of PrinterPresence—our brand of friendly websites for printers.
Coming of Age
Tech for Good | 2003
Hang on While We Freshen Up | 2007
Digital IMS rebrands as Firespring, embracing a new identity that reflects our mission and purpose.
Slidin' into New Digs | 2012
We move to our new 70,000-square-foot headquarters, bringing Firespring and Cornerstone together under one roof for the first time in a decade.
Finding Our Why
A Force for Good | 2014
Banding Together | 2015
We merge with printing companies Cornerstone Print & Marketing, United Enterprises, Mail Marketing, CopyCat and MinuteMan along with ad agencies 42 and Snitily Carr to form one of the largest marketing communications firms in the Midwest.
Living our Best Life | 2016
Inc. Magazine names Firespring to their inaugural 50 Best Workplaces list.
Making Waves | 2016
Firespring joins forces with historic brands Jacob North and A to Z Printing, expanding our commercial printing capabilities.
Leaving our Mark | 2016
We are recognized as a Best for the World Honoree for achieving a community impact score in the top 10% of all Certified B Corporations worldwide.
Creating Impact
Giving Back | 2018
Our team members reach 50,000 volunteer hours in less than four years, serving 270 local organizations and making a $2.7 million financial impact on our communities.
Business with Purpose | 2019
Firespring helps launch the inaugural Do More Good Conference, helping educate, empower and inspire leaders to leverage their businesses for good.
Can't Stop, Won't Stop | 2020 - 2021
Like most companies around the world, Firespring faced challenges during the global pandemic, but we emerged more nimble, more resilient and more focused on being an agent of change.
Values Over Volume | 2020
Firespring is honored as one of 25 Forbes Small Giants for our commitment to purpose, leadership, culture, finance, relationships and community.
United We Stand | 2020
Firespring becomes a Partner of the United Nations Global Compact to help elevate a principles-based approach to responsible business practices all over the world.
New Guy in Charge | 2024
Founder Jay Wilkinson transitions from CEO, passing the torch to long-time Firespringer Troy Jensen, who’s chosen to lead the company forward.
And now a word from our clients
