3801 Toulouse Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
New Orleans, LA 70119
With a 70-year history of resilience and determination, Pel Hughes Printing is a shining example of success in the heart of Mid City, New Orleans. Founded in 1954, this woman-owned company has constantly evolved to meet the ever-changing demands of the industry.
Pel Hughes himself, born on May 2, 1915, was a true New Orleanian. He grew up on Birch Street and attended Mater Dolorosa for grammar school, where his affectionate nickname of “Pel” originated. In 1938, Pel married Alice Catherine Laborde, embarking on a lifelong journey together. Alice and Pel’s entrepreneurial spirit led them to purchase Earl J. Christenberry Letter Service in 1955. Alice skillfully managed the business while Pel charted its future. This marked the beginning of Pel Hughes Letter Service, soon to be transformed into Pel Hughes Electronic Service, and ultimately settling as Pel Hughes Printing.
In the 1980’s, Pel Hughes Printing expanded their services and ventured into the Statement Processing market to add to their current commercial print and direct mail services. This was the first step in expanding into the Variable Data Direct Mail, Digital Printing, and Omnichannel Campaign Marketing Pel Hughes currently provides. Statement Processing positioned us well as the advent of the internet in the 1990’s and the demand for more relevant, data driven content on print and direct mail.
Pel Hughes demonstrated resilience following the destructive impact of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, despite their flooded headquarters and ruined equipment. They persevered and seized the opportunity to evolve from a conventional printer and mailer to a thriving marketing service provider. During the challenging times of the 2020 pandemic, Pel Hughes Printing stood strong by providing essential medical printing services for testing. They contributed by manufacturing testing boxes, kits, forms, labels, and instructions, supporting clinics, universities, and businesses in the fight against the pandemic.
Today, Pel Hughes Printing operates from a state-of-the-art 65,000-square-foot facility. Their passionate team offers a wide range of marketing services, including direct mail, email marketing, print advertising, and digital marketing. Demonstrating their commitment to sustainability, Pel Hughes Printing utilizes recycled paper and soy-based inks, minimizing their environmental impact.
Celebrating their 70th anniversary, Pel Hughes Printing remains a resilient force in the marketing industry. With determination, adaptability, and a commitment to excellence, they continue to evolve, grow, and thrive. Pel Hughes Printing remains committed to the success of their clients, and continues to offer effective and efficient solutions that their clients demand.