Member Stories
A Tee Shop
When Buchi Osondu co-founded A Tee Shop in Corona, the goal was simple: “To create a print shop that felt personal, approachable, and dependable like your favorite neighborhood spot, but with the quality and customer service of a top-tier operation.”
What started with a single press and a handful of orders has grown into a trusted business for brands, event organizers, and entrepreneurs who know A Tee Shop will get it right—every time. “Whether it’s 12 shirts or 1,200, we treat every order as a creative collaboration. We don’t just print tees; we help our clients tell their story, rep their brand, and show up with intention.”
As a Black-owned business in the apparel printing industry, Buchi prioritizes uplifting the voices of his community by carving out space in a field where their stories and creativity are often used but not always credited. “Owning this business is about having the power to help others represent their voice, their brand, and their culture on something as simple but impactful as a T-shirt,” Buchi says.
While access to funding, networks, and large-scale opportunities remains a challenge, Buchi’s vision for A Tee Shop is ambitious and community-driven. “I see us expanding into a larger production space, offering more services like design support, brand consulting, and fulfillment,“ he says. "I want to grow our impact while creating job opportunities, mentoring young entrepreneurs, and potentially opening additional locations. The vision is to scale without losing the personal touch that got us here.”
His advice for aspiring Black entrepreneurs is to throw the idea of perfection out the window. “Don’t wait for the perfect time, perfect funding, or perfect plan,” he says. “Learn as you go, stay consistent, and don’t be afraid to ask for help or build community around your vision.”
This Black Business Month, we’re proud to celebrate Buchi and A Tee Shop for building more than a print shop—but a creative hub where stories, culture, and entrepreneurship thrive.