Charlotte native Will Hardison, having previously worked with manufacturers’ representatives, plumbing and industrial wholesalers, and having previously owned and operated a specialty printing company, saw an opportunity to distribute high-quality, lower-costing toner cartridges for printer, copiers, etc. Not only would these toner cartridges enable commercial enterprises to maintain their print quality standards but also save money over time. When coupling this opportunity with the growing awareness of the environmental impact of discarded toner cartridges, he drafted a business plan that led to the company’s opening on April 18th, 2005.