PiBurner Spotlight: Alexander Caprilozzi (Cappy)
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Alexander Caprilozzi, aka Cappy
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We are thrilled to feature Cappy in our latest PiBurner Spotlight!
Meet Alexander “Cappy” Caprilozzi, a retired Deputy Sheriff and SERT Team Commander from Syracuse, NY, now living in Artesia, New Mexico.
About Cappy
Cappy, together with his wife of 42 years, Cynthia, has raised four girls and has three granddaughters. He is a cancer survivor a former long-haul truck driver. You could say he has been through a lot, and doctors thought he’d never be able to work again. Boy, did he prove them wrong!
Cappy has a passion for rebuilding and restoring cars and motorcycles, and more recently, has discovered his entrepreneurial spirit with a laser engraving business. In this blog post, we’ll explore how his Boss Laser and the PiBurn rotary attachment helped Cappy take his business to new heights.
Cappy’s Laser Engraving Journey
Cappy began his laser engraving journey when he was looking for a home-based business opportunity. He purchased a Boss 1420 laser and started a small but steadily growing business, primarily focusing on custom tumblers and glassware.
Through local events, craft shows, social media, and joining the local Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau, Cappy’s business gained traction, and he started receiving orders from local businesses and the law enforcement community.
One of Cappy’s most significant achievements was securing a 900-tumbler order that was showcased at The American Jail Association Conference in Omaha, Nebraska. His laser-engraved tumblers have been well-received, and he working on securing another order for 1,000 tumblers for a client. He also has repeat customers that keep coming back for the quality he offers and the care he shows his customers. He just got a call from a former customer to do another 50 shot glasses and tumblers.
With plans to expand his business through Etsy and Shopify, Cappy’s laser engraving venture is poised for even more growth.
My Business is growing; especially in brand recognition. Word of mouth has been a big help in local NM communities. Since I have only been here a little over 5 years, a lot of people still do not know me with the exception of my clientele in the jail 😉 After I did a few jobs; word of mouth started and I began getting calls.
Getting involved in local events and craft shows helps Cappy grow his following.
I do local events and craft shows when I can again getting my products out there to at least be seen as to what I can do
Cappy is also leaning on social to spread the word.
I also use Facebook quite a bit; posting a lot of my work; messaging businesses and individuals about my work and what I offer.
How the PiBurn Transformed Cappy’s Business
Cappy discovered the PiBurn rotary attachment through a referral from his friend and mentor, Ben Gonzales. After using his Boss Rotary for his first 200-tumbler order, Cappy purchased the PiBurn V3 and found it to be an indispensable tool for his business. The PiBurn V3 offered exceptional repeatability, smooth operation, and allowed Cappy to engrave various items, including shot glasses, wine goblets, and even an urn.
With plans to add the PiBurn Grip and mega clamp accessories to his PiBurn V3, Cappy can further streamline his workflow, allowing him to focus on delivering high-quality, custom-engraved products to his clients.
Cappy loves attempting new things on the PiBurn. He has called me up on several occasions to ask how to do some really unique items.
Check this out:
Testing phase:
And burning the final product on the Pi!
Cappy has done many other interesting items as well.
Cappy’s Drive for Success
Cappy’s motivation for success is rooted in his desire to provide excellent quality work, maintain his integrity, and ensure customer satisfaction. Inspired by other successful makers, Cappy aspires to become the go-to engraver in New Mexico and beyond. He is driven to build a steady income that will allow him to enjoy his retirement and provide a financial safety net for him and his wife.
Conclusion
Cappy’s laser engraving business is a testament to his determination, hard work, and passion for craftsmanship. We are proud that The PiBurn rotary attachment has played a crucial role in helping Cappy streamline his workflow, improve his product quality, and ultimately grow his business.
If you’re considering starting a laser engraving business or looking to enhance your existing one, PiBurn could be the game-changing tool to help you to achieve your goals and be successful in the laser game. Check it out!
We hope you enjoyed this feature, and please check out his business page at 7 Point Laser LLC and then swing by PiBurn labs and say hi!
Happy PiBurning!
Len and Stan
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