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National News and Education
Key Industry Trends
10 Top Packaging Stories
drupa 2024
OSHA Walkaround Rule
Hiring Print Salespeople
Video - Cardboard Sessions
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GLGA Association News
Golf Outings
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GLGA Print Academy
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JD Graphic/SCREEN
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Illinois and Indiana Top Winners Announced in GLGA’s 2024 Graphics Excellence Awards Competition | |
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GLGA held the first of two Awards Celebrations on Thursday, June 6, in Hoffman Estates, IL. Congratulations to these top winners, who were announced during this ceremony:
First Runner-Up:
Platinum Converting, Bartlett, IL
Second Runner-Up:
Priority Press, Indianapolis, IN
Best of Illinois:
LCP, Waukegan, IL
Best of Indiana:
Tactive, Indianapolis, IN
Read more.
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Three more top awards are yet to be revealed, including this year's Best of Show. Watch for the announcement on LinkedIn live during the Wisconsin Awards Celebration on Wednesday, June 12. | |
National News and Education | |
Vertical Market Research from Keypoint Intelligence Uncovers Key Industry Trends
In late 2023, Keypoint Intelligence completed a comprehensive multi-client study to gain a better understanding of how print demand is changing in key vertical industries. Read more on WhatTheyThink.com.
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10 Top ‘Can’t Miss’ Design and Equipment Stories
Was it the Coca-Cola plastic polluter story that appealed most? Or did Jerry Seinfeld steal the show? Our Top 10 List from last month reveals all! Read more on PackagingDigest.com.
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Key Takeaways from drupa 2024
This highly anticipated event did not disappoint—buzzing with excitement and strategic announcements not only in technology but groundbreaking partnerships, too. Read more on Printing Connect Online.com.
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OSHA’s Controversial “Walkaround” Rule Goes into Effect
The new rule makes a pivotal change in OSHA’s workplace inspection regime by allowing employees in some instances to authorize a third party to accompany OSHA inspectors during workplace evaluations. Read more from GLGA member Husch Blackwell.
Related: Manufacturers File Suit to Challenge OSHA’s Walkaround Rule
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Hiring Print Industry Salespeople: Challenges and Solutions
Why is it almost impossible to hire sales reps for the printing industry? (a few thoughts). Read more by Debbie Nicholson of Think-to-Ink on American Printer.com.
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Video - Cardboard Sessions # 23 with Mack and Gold
Welcome to Cardboard Sessions. A jam format music series that brings musicians together to play instruments built and designed by the creators of Cardboard Chaos. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself as Mack delivers an unforgettable unplanned performance. Hear and read more.
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Summer Golf Outings - Indiana Outing Is Next Week!
Are you ready to tee off at a summer golf outing? Come enjoy industry networking and camaraderie over a round of golf, cold beverages, and delicious food. Join us for one, two or all three -
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Upcoming Webinars - FREE for GLGA Members: | |
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GEAs Winners, Deadline is Nearing to Order Additional Awards
GEAs winners, the deadline to order additional plaques and certificates is coming up. Personalized awards are a great tool for sharing your achievement with clients, employees and others involved in the production of your award-winning piece(s). Contact Debra Warner at (414) 213-8329 or dwarner@glga.info to place your orders today.
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GLGA Print Academy Featured Course of the Week - FREE for GLGA Members | |
INSIDE THE PRINT SHOP - IN-PLANT PRINTERS
What makes an in-plant different? Learn about the three major types and operating models of this unique printing operation embedded into larger organizations and businesses. This lesson is 16:00 in length.
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Have some news to share? We want to hear about member company achievements, activities and anything else that's new at your business. Press releases, photos, company e-newsletters, and links to social media posts and blogs welcome! Send your news to Sharon Flick.
See more news about and featuring GLGA members posted
on our LinkedIn networking group page.
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JD Graphic Taps into New Markets with Second Truepress JET 520HD+ from SCREEN Americas
SCREEN Americas announces the installation of the Truepress JET 520HD+ to JD Graphic of Elk Grove Village, IL. The installation is the second from the SCREEN Truepress JET 520HD Series. Read more.
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Take a Peek into Litho Press' Corrugated Production!
Posted on LinkedIn by Litho Press, Indianapolis, IN:
At Litho Press, Inc., we specialize in transforming raw materials into durable and sustainable packaging solutions. ✅ Discover how we make it happen. Read and see more.
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From Concept to Creation: The Journey of Custom Promo Apparel at Marek
Posted on their website blog by The Marek Group, Waukesha, WI:
Every custom promotional clothing item at Marek is a product of imagination, teamwork, and skill. Let's delve into the process at Marek, where innovation meets action. Read more.
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Kodak Honored as Gold Stevie® Award Winner in 2024 American Business Awards
With the coveted award, Kodak is recognized for successfully shifting its digital printing business to focus on inkjet presses. Read more.
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The Great Lakes Graphics Association is the trade association dedicated to representing the graphic arts industry throughout Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin through education, promotion, and public affairs. It represents approximately 13 percent of the total print market in the United States with its three-state region, accounting for combined annual shipments of nearly $19 billion. Founded in 1886, GLGA celebrated its 135 year anniversary in 2021 and continues to be the oldest print trade association in North America. | | | | |
