About Us
Sure Lock is a women-owned, cannabis-focused packaging company that takes the time to understand your brand intimately.
We’re More Than Just a Pretty Package–Although We’ve Got That Too!
The packaging industry requires balancing knowledge, organization, creativity, and human connection. That’s why we are passionate about investigating, educating, and offering solutions for your specialized needs.
At Sure Lock, we believe it is essential to build relationships, become involved in the policies and culture of the industry, and know the rapidly evolving needs and regulations of the cannabis market. We recognize that the most important thing we can do is to treat people well.
Our Mission
We provide packaging solutions from conception to retail. We work hard to understand your brand to offer “truly you” designs. Our goal is to build a reputation as the most knowledgeable, reliable, and innovative packaging design firm in the cannabis industry and beyond.
Our Core Values
We are prepared to change and continue to grow in step with the cannabis industry.
We established Sure Lock Packaging with the cannabis industry in mind, sharing the core values of:
Advocacy
Education
Community
Inclusion
Responsibility
Sustainability
Our Team
Founder
Rachel Kane
Rachel Kane founded Sure Lock Packaging in 2016 after majoring in Graphic Design and Package Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She brought her passion for package design and engineering to the cannabis industry. The unique challenges of working in the cannabis industry are a perfect fit for Rachel’s skill sets. She combines knowledge from the corporate world with her excitement for meaningful package design, branding, and manufacturing. In her free time, Rachel enjoys sports activities with her children and spending time outdoors with family and friends.
Art Director
Tim Hirschey
Tim Hirschey has degrees in Graphic Design and Interactive Media from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. As Sure Lock’s Art Director, Tim describes himself as an enthusiastic creative thinker with a knack for problem-solving and a drive to create impactful branding. He has ten years of experience in the design industry with skill sets, including branding and identity creation, social media marketing, web design, illustration, printing, packaging, photography, and product development. Tim enjoys spending time outdoors and is happiest when fishing and chasing his nephews.
Co-Founder
Georgia Maguire
Georgia Maguire is one of the founders of Sure Lock Packaging. Georgia spent 20 years in Montessori Public Education while helping her husband promote and market the family’s metal refining business. Her management and creativity help to navigate and grow Sure Lock Packaging. She enjoys spoiling her grandchildren and spending time at the lake.
Production Lead
Nick Lagos
Nick Lagos joined the Sure Lock team early in 2021 to help drive excellence in press production. Nick is currently in training to advance to Production Manager. Nick’s work ethic and strive for perfection have made him a valuable team member. Nick is an avid photographer who enjoys cooking and hanging out with family and friends in his free time.
Packaging Administrator
Tyler Mackie
Tyler Mackie joined the Sure Lock team in late 2022 as an administrator. Tyler is currently working on maintaining the website while also assisting in general business administration. He graduated from NDSU with a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Management with a minor in Business Administration. When he isn’t gaming with his friends, Tyler enjoys expanding his knowledge about the German language and bioenergetic nutrition.
Greeter & Boxer
Rona
Rona joined the Sure Lock team late in 2021. She is the face that likey will greet you, should you stop by Sure Lock Packaging. Rona is currently assisting in reducing employee stress and notifing others of incoming shipments. In her free time, Rona loves paddle boarding and playing teetherball.
Custom Product Packaging Solutions
Packaging Decoration
- Digital Direct Printing
- Labels
- Shrink Wrap
Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
Cannabis Packaging
- Child Resistant Packaging
- Warehousing
Why Work With Us?
We are knowledgeable in multiple areas, including current market offerings, packaging options, state-by-state regulations, effective design, marketing trends, and affordable quality production. We love using our knowledge, expertise, and specialty services to help small businesses enter and grow in the cannabis market.
What sets us apart is your experience when working with us. We are also one of the only packaging design firms to offer child-resistant packaging, warehousing of packaging components, and package design independent of a manufacturer. This allows us to be impartial in educating you about suitable packaging options for your products.
Stand Out From the Competition
We are committed to meeting your business’s needs. We would love to partner with you to create packaging as unique as the products you sell. Exceeding your expectations is our standard and promise.
