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Jostens
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Jostens

Jostens

Jostens, a leading American manufacturer of school-related memorabilia products.

HQ
Minneapolis, MN, US
Founded
1897
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Jostens, founded in 1897 by Otto Josten, is a leading American manufacturer of school-related memorabilia products. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Jostens offers a wide range of products including class rings, graduation regalia, yearbooks, graduation announcements, letter jackets, championship rings, and school photography. The company primarily serves markets in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Europe.

Jostens operates 10 facilities in North America and employs approximately 3,500 people. Owned by Platinum Equity, Jostens has made significant contributions to the memorabilia industry, particularly in educational settings. The company's products are widely recognized and cherished, marking important milestones in students' lives.

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Jostens - Quick Facts

Who are Jostens' competitors?

Companies similar to Jostens include Herff Jones, American Achievement Group, Prep Sportswear and Alma Mater.

When was Jostens founded?

Jostens was founded in 1897.

Where is Jostens' headquarters located?

Jostens' headquarters is located in Minneapolis, MN, US.

How many employees does Jostens have?

Jostens has 3,500 employees as of Feb 12, 2024.

Jostens - Classification

Ownership
  • Equity
Technology
  • SaaS
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Education
Main Product
  • Memorabilia
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Retail
NAICS
  • 339910Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 339000Miscellaneous Manufacturing
  • 339900Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3910Jewelry, Silverware, And Plated Ware
  • 3911Jewelry, Precious Metal
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
Show 31 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 323000Printing and Related Support Activities
  • 323100Printing and Related Support Activities
  • 323110Printing
  • 323111Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)
  • 458000Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
  • 458300Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Retailers
  • 458310Jewelry Retailers
  • 459900Other Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 459990All Other Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 459999All Other Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 513100Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers
  • 513130Book Publishers
  • 450000Retail Trade
  • 510000Information
  • 459000Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 513000Publishing Industries
SIC
  • 2700Printing, Publishing, And Allied Industries
  • 2730Books
  • 2731Books: Publishing, Or Publishing And Printing
  • 2740Miscellaneous Publishing
  • 2750Commercial Printing
  • 2752Commercial Printing, Lithographic
  • 5940Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores
  • 5944Jewelry Stores
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 7300Business Services
  • 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7310Advertising
  • 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives