# Company History & Values

> Our story began in 1973 as a small screen-printing business in Arlington, Virginia. What started in a home basement grew

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Last updated: 2025-12-09T16:58:19.978Z

Our story began in 1973 as a small screen-printing business in Arlington, Virginia. What started in a home basement grew into a dedicated folder manufacturer serving businesses across the country. Today, Folders.com is a trusted source for high-quality presentation folders and custom-printed materials nationwide.

**Milestones along the way:**

*   Expanded from local screen printing to a full line of presentation folders and related products
*   Earned a U.S. patent for an original folder design that remains a customer favorite today
*   Secured the domain Folders.com in 1996, becoming one of the first in the industry to offer online folder customization

While our business has transformed, our core values have remained the same. These principles guide how we serve our customers and shape every decision we make.

**Our values:**

*   **Customer first:** Every interaction matters. We’re committed to dependable service, quick turnaround times, and lasting relationships.
*   **Creativity:** Our wide selection and custom options are designed to spark inspiration and help ideas come to life.
*   **Innovation:** We continuously expand our products, tools, and services to stay ahead of customer needs.
*   strong>Integrity: We do business with honesty, care, and respect, earning the trust of businesses and individuals for over 50 years.

Over the past five decades, this combination of innovation, quality, and care has guided our growth. From helping small businesses brand their presentations to supporting enterprise organizations with professional materials, we’ve always focused on products that make a lasting impression.

Today, Folders.com continues to evolve alongside the needs of our customers, with the same dedication to service and craftsmanship that started it all. You can read more about our history and the values that guide us on our [Company History page](https://www.folders.com/our-history).  
  
Need more information? Please contact us at [**service@folders.com**](mailto:service@folders.com). Our support team is here to help.

  

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