PIM Member News - Stir Up Some Business at the next Print Mixer!
Hassan Igram, CEOCedar Graphics, Hiawatha, IA
Hassan Igram, CEO, Cedar Graphics
was featured in the Feb. 2016 issue of PIA's  The Magazine! 

The article, 'Growing Strong Cedar Graphics' includes the company's history, the challenge of keeping up with technology, and a preview of what Cedar Graphics might look like in the future.

Hassan "views printing as a combination of art, science, manufacturing and service." A company with deep roots, Cedar Graphics continues to grow.

Their 96,000-square-foot facility holds an impressive assortment of printing, finishing and mailing equipment. Well done, Hassan!

Hassan Igram is the Chair-Elect of the Printing Industry Midwest Board of Directors.
Success at the Iowa State Capitol
David Bywater , President, Tru Art Color Graphics, Iowa City, IA, and PIM's Communication & Public Relations Manager, Lola Faufau, attended the Day on the Hill with members of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry.

Gov. Terry Branstad on Tuesday signed House File 2433, which The Iowa Legislature passed last week during Iowa Business Day on the Hill . The bill couples state tax law with federal tax law for the 2015 tax year and codifies definitions for supplies used in the manufacturing process.

Regular updates are sent to members in IA, NE, MN, ND, SD during the legislative session. For more information contact PIM President, David Radziej, davidr@pimw.org; 612.400-6203.

Quick Links to Member Surveys
Management Survey   deadline   May 15, 2016    PARTICIPATE

Sales Compensation Survey  deadline tomorrow 3/25  PARTICIPATE

Packagers' Questionnaire    deadline tomorrow 3/25     PARTICIPATE

NEW!  Financial Performance Assessment for Printers  A quick, affordable and useful way for printers to promptly determine their strengths and weaknesses and get a template for improved performance. Contact Tai McNaughton@printing.org, 412.259.1756.

Quick Links to Member Events & Classes
March 31, 2-4 pm   SOC2 Reporting Workshop    REGISTER
March 31, 4-6 pm   PRINT MIXER     REGISTER
April 6, 9 am - 1 pm   CPR/AED/First Aid Certification   REGISTER
April 21, 2-4 pm     Backstage Pass With Colby   REGISTER
April 21, 4:30 pm   Star of Excellence Awards Banquet   REGISTER
May 7     29th Annual Walleye Fishing Tournament   REGISTER

Quick Links to Member Buying Power Programs
Basys Procesing  Credit card processing  dhaggerty@basyspro.com
FedEx Shipping    Passcode:  DH737A then use your PIA member #
UPS Freight    855.433.9303
Independent Printers Alliance    Members with revenue under $5 million
Flexo Label Advantage Group    For label converters
Your Utility Watchdog    valdistefanson@gmail.com 

PIM Safety & Environmental Services
PIM members continue to utilize the services of Paul Gutkowski, PIM's Director of Safety and Environmental Services. And, they are avoiding costly OSHA fines!  Contact Paul for training, audits and other services that will secure your efforts to provide a safe workplace and environmentally responsible business. paulg@pimw.org    612.400.6205
The final date for the complete implementation of the revised Hazard Communication/Right-to-know standard is June 1, 2016, including the conversion of all Material Safety Data Sheets to Safety Data Sheets and the updating of your Right-to-Know program.
Printing Industry Credit Bureau 
Credit Tips - Whether you need training in credit granting procedures, assistance and tools for risk analysis or professional debt collection of your delinquent accounts, contact PICB.  847.265.0400
PIM members have free access to the job and resume posting services on PIM's website. To post a job and/or view resumes, contact Kathy Monroe, 612.400.6200, kmonroe@pimw.org.

Reminder!  The new Wage and Benefit Survey Results are available. Contact Ben Dally, bdally@pimw.org, 612.400.6207.
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Artwork and your news submissions for the May 2016 issue of  Graphic News is April 10th. Thank you, General Marketing Solution for printing and mailing, HP for covering the clicks, and Veritiv for donating paper for 2600 personalized copies. Send your news and photos to Lola Faufau, lfaufau@pimw.org.    Ad Rates

 

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About PIM
The Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) is the trade association for graphic arts and communication companies in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota.
 
PIM is an affiliate of the Printing Industries of America (PIA), offering members the products and services that enhance their growth, efficiency and profitability. PIA is the largest graphic arts trade association, representing an industry with approximately one million employees.
 
The mission of the Printing Industry Midwest is to be the leading resource to enhance the strength and profitability of the printing, graphic communications and related industries through advocacy, education, safety and environmental information.