Adventure Imaging

Adventure Imaging may look like a slick new business that just opened up on El Cajon Boulevard, but in fact it's been in existence for more than three decades in San Diego. In the age of digital, things change rapidly, which according to the owner Bob Dietz, is exactly why running a print shop has been so much fun. Originally, Adventure Imagining began as a one hour photo shop located next to the El Cortez when the El Cortez was the convention center of downtown. This was also the age of display boards before PowerPoint became the chosen tool for presentations. During those days lawyers were his main clientele.

Competition from big box retailers like Wal-Mart and Costco were taking a toll on Bob's photo business, so he began to explore the potential of specialized digital print marketing materials. From magnets and stickers, business cards, apparel and outdoor signage, think marketing and think Adventure Imaging because they produce everything. With a user-friendly website and search engine optimization, Adventure Imaging is not only successful locally; Bob receives orders from all over the country.

When the rent tripled in Mission Hills, Bob and his long friend Rich, who owns a tanning and hair salon, were in search of a new location that would work for the both of them together. Financially, it is more feasible for Bob and Rich to share the rent and believe it or not the environment lends itself to crossover business. Since Adventure Imaging opened on El Cajon Boulevard walk in business has tripled from its previous location. Bob believes that because housing is more affordable in this area of town, it is a landing ground for entrepreneurs who have now become his most frequent customers.

Over and over, customers tell Bob that they are so glad that they don't have to go to Kinko's. With a high quality product, friendly customer service and a business owner who takes pride in the presentation of his shop, it is no wonder that Adventure Imagining stands out from their competitors.