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08/04/2026

Think Patented Expands Regional Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of Clark & Riggs Printing

Source: Think Patented, August 3, 2026

Think Patented, a marketing execution company headquartered in Miamisburg, Ohio, has acquired Clark & Riggs Printing, Inc., a Louisville-based provider of commercial printing, fulfillment, and marketing services.

The acquisition unites two privately held companies built on the same foundation: quality craftsmanship and long-term customer relationships. Both organizations have built their success by serving as trusted, single-source partners for their customers, offering broad capabilities backed by responsive, relationship-driven service. With operations now spanning the Dayton region, Cincinnati, and Louisville, the combined organization expands its overall capabilities, footprint and distribution strength for customers nationwide; a reach sharpened by Louisville's position as home to the UPS Worldport.

Founded by Gary Clark and Robert Riggs in 1992, Clark & Riggs has earned a strong reputation throughout the Louisville region by combining award-winning print production and integrated business solutions with the kind of personal, hands-on service that comes from ownership being on the floor, not just in the boardroom. The company will continue operating in Louisville as Clark & Riggs Printing. Robert Riggs and Gary Clark will remain in leadership roles to support the transition and help guide the company's next chapter of growth.

"Clark & Riggs has built an outstanding reputation for quality, expertise, and customer care," said Dave McNerney, President of Think Patented. "From our first conversations, it was clear that our organizations share many of the same values. We're excited to bring our talented teams together and invest in the future of the business while preserving what has made Clark & Riggs such a respected company."

"This partnership expands what's possible for our team and the customers we serve," said Robert Riggs, President of Clark & Riggs Printing. "Gary and I have always been committed to our customers, our employees, and the relationships we've built over the years. By joining Think Patented, we're expanding what's possible for our team and the businesses we serve, while preserving the culture and service that define who we are."

Gary Clark, Vice President of Clark & Riggs Printing, added, "What stood out to us from the beginning was the importance that Think Patented places on people. They understood that our employees, customers, and culture are the foundation of our success. That made this the right fit for our team and for the future of Clark & Riggs."

About Think Patented

Think Patented is a marketing execution partner that helps organizations deliver complex print, communications, branding, and fulfillment programs with confidence. Through an integrated workflow, they combine print production, mailing, fulfillment, promotional products, and campaign support to deliver consistent quality, predictable timelines, and budget control.

About Clark & Riggs Printing

Clark & Riggs Printing is a Louisville, Kentucky-based provider of commercial printing, fulfillment, marketing services, and integrated business solutions. Since 1992, the company has served organizations ranging from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies through a combination of technical expertise, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service.

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