Starting a home business was the best decision for me and my family. Melco makes it easy to get started right away!

Erasmo Cortez

Owner of Embroidery By Cortez

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I am so proud that you are taking the next step in leveling up your business with Melco equipment!

Melco and I have partnered to get you the best deal possible on the networkable Melco EMT16X machine, the new Melco SUMMIT with a touchscreen, the Melco BRAVO for beginners, and affordable Certified Pre-Owned machines.

If you have any questions about a Melco machine, please reach out to Shanda. She is amazing to work with! She will create the perfect package for you and your business.

What prompted you to start an embroidery business?

"In 2021, I was working in the custom apparel industry offering heat transfer vinyl and applying on hoodies, t-shirts, and jackets. Almost everyone in my area started offering that service so it was very hard to compete and make profits. So I decided to do research and see what other types of services I could offer my customers."

What factors influenced your decision to select Melco as your business partner?

"I saw a lot of YouTube videos and Melco was one of the videos I kept watching. I like how Melco offers a single-head embroidery machine that can add on heads as you grow. I knew this was going to be for me because I did not want to invest thousands of dollars on a 6-head when first starting out. Investing in one head was much better for my business. Plus, my account rep was SO helpful. I love working with Shanda and Melco."

Describe how you have grown your business with Melco and what are your goals this year?

"I purchased my first EMT16X in 2021 and got the training with it because I didn't have any background experience with embroidery. Fast forward a few months later and I got my second machine. Then again a few months later I purchased my third machine to meet the high demand for orders. The goal is to get two more EMT16Xs this year."

Melco has changed my business and I can't wait to see what it can do for yours!

Hats Off To The EMT16X

The 270-degree cap frame took Erasmo's hat game to the next level. Melco's cap frame allows sewing from ear to ear, not just the front of caps, and is great for 3D and puff embroidery.

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