Jerrold Jenkins founded Jenkins Group in 1988 as Publisher’s Design Service and Publisher’s Distribution Service. In 1994, Jerry sold his interest in Publisher’s Distribution Service, retaining his interest and position as owner and president of Publisher’s Design Service. In 1995, the corporate name became Jenkins Group, Inc., adding new staff and purchasing SmallPress magazine, now known as Independent Publisher Online. He also began two publishing imprints, Rhodes and Easton—under which he co-authored and published Publish to Win! and Inside the Bestsellers—and Sage Creek Press. It was the work with these imprints that gave rise to custom book publishing. Much of his time today is dedicated to working with corporate and special markets clients. Jerry continues to work as a consultant to many publishers and speaks throughout the country on the art of independent book publishing and the marketing opportunities that abound. This work has shaped the company’s future. To meet the needs of the many publishers he has spoken with, Jerry created the Special Markets Division, which has led to affordable services for any publisher. A graduate of Alma College, Jenkins worked as a financial and investment management group account executive before his publishing career.

Jerry’s most recent books include The Independent Publisher and Supercharge Your Brand.