Meet the Team

Mike Sheakley joined Earnest Images in 2013 as an Account Executive in charge of new business development. He has over 25 years of experience in print sales, publishing, advertising/marketing, promotions and management. Prior to joining Earnest Images, Mike was the president of Myrtlewood Publishing which produced a luxury real estate magazine in the Reno and Tahoe area. Mike and his wife Rachel, both Oregon State alumni have 3 children: twins Mya & Cooper and Spencer. Besides finding solutions for his customers based on their needs and his knowledge, Mike enjoys soccer, golf, fishing and spending time with family & friends.

Bridger is the Print Production Coordinator and General Manager at Earnest Images. Before joining the team, he worked as a project lead for a sign shop, events manager for a local exhibiting company, and other various roles in the print industry refining his expertise in both design and production processes. At Earnest, he manages everything from pre-press art files to coordinating storage and fulfillment orders, while also keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. Over time, he's developed a deep appreciation for the tight-knit team and the clients they support daily. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him caring for his houseplant collection or enjoying the outdoors through hiking and camping.

Miguel Chapa was born in Chicago and raised in Indiana, where he spent his high school years playing soccer, golf, and basketball. He later moved to Oregon and is a proud graduate of the University of Oregon. Since 2005, Miguel has built his career at Nike, where he continues to bring his passion and dedication to the work he does. He is also a devoted father of two—Arturo, 14, and Aili, 6 months—balancing his professional life with his love for family and sports.

Al Smith purchased Earnest Images in 2006. Prior to purchasing the company, Al worked in the newspaper and commercial printing industries in a variety of positions from pressroom and general management to account executive. The good business practices accumulated by working with many good managers over the years have been applied at Earnest Images and have led to the formation of a successful company. Al and his wife Chris have two children and two grandchildren. When he’s not devoted to his primary enjoyment of traveling and golfing with Chris, Al enjoys fishing.