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Welcome to Currents, the Great Lakes Graphics Association's weekly e-newsletter, bringing you information and education you can use to run your business. Currents is published every Tuesday.

National News and Education

December Shipments

USPS New Portal Announcement

Latest PostPress Magazine

401(k) Refund Checks

ROI of Collections

Sales Tip of the Week

GLGA Association News

GLGA/PCC Golf Social

Excellence in Leadership Awards

Excellence Awards Celebrations

GLGA Academy

Member News

World Arts

Special Editions

American Litho

MGF Services & Equipment

Komori America

Let's Connect at the Indoor Golf Social!

Join us on Wednesday, April 22, for our first joint social with the Milwaukee Postal Customer Council. We'll be at Tap In Golf Simulators and Sports Bar in Waukesha, WI, for a fun night of networking as you experience world-renowned golf courses to work on your game.

Enjoy networking with those in the industry, some good food, and an open atmosphere. Pub food and time on the simulators are included.

National News and Education

December Printing Shipments Rallied to End the Year

December 2025 shipments came in at $7.21 billion, a slight rebound from November’s abysmal $7.11 billion. From WhatTheyThink.

USPS: New Portal Available to Premium Forwarding Service Commercial (PFSC) Customers and Enhancement to the PFSC Application

The Postal Service has released a new streamlined page for Premium Forwarding Service, called MyPFS, which will enable Premium Forwarding Service Commercial (PFSC) customers to submit inquiries regarding their PFSC service, manage their submitted Service Requests and review PFSC-related FAQs in one place. From the United States Postal Service.

PostPress Magazine Latest Digital Issue Available Online 

The digital edition of the February/March issue takes a look at how AI is rapidly transforming print and finishing workflows. From PostPress Magazine.

401(k) Refund Checks: Why They’re Not Always a Good Thing

Business owners often assume that getting a refund check from their company’s 401(k) plan is a positive sign—extra money back, right? Not necessarily. By Joseph Trybula of Diversified Financial Advisors on Printers401K.com.

Stop Being Your Customer’s Bank: The ROI of Professional Collections

We need to talk about the most uncomfortable topic in the printing industry. We need to talk about getting paid. From the Bindery Boot Camp for Printers newsletter on LinkedIn by GLGA Joe Rocco of JR Finishers and featuring GLGA member Printing Industry Credit Bureau.

Solo Sellers Seeks Simple Sales System

If you are a selling owner, you ARE the sales force. No manager means no goals, no accountability, and ultimately, no new sales. In this week's Short Attention Span Sales Tip, Bill Farquharson shows you how a sales system solves those issues. From the Sales Vault.

GLGA Association News

Excellence Reimagined - the Excellence Awards Celebrations

Join us for a a celebration of graphics manufacturing and the people who make it successful! We’re pleased to announce the addition of a third ceremony in Indiana, a new location in Wisconsin, and a significantly lower registration fee. 

Milwaukee Celebration: Wednesday, May 27

The Barley Room at Pabst, Milwaukee, WI

Indianapolis Celebration: Tuesday, June 2

Eagle Creek Golf Club, Indianapolis, IN

Chicagoland Celebration : Thursday, June 4

White Pines Golf Club and Banquets, Bensenville, IL

GLGA Excellence in Leadership Awards Now Open for Submissions

Join GLGA in recognizing the best in the industry by nominating your staff or coworkers for the Excellence in Leadership Awards.

The Excellence in Leadership Awards program recognizes those in the industry who exemplify outstanding character, drive company growth, bring teams together and create the environment to help companies succeed. Click here to read more or to nominate a individual you believe deserves recognition.

Membership News

Vote for World Arts, Inc. 2026 Mack MD Box Truck

Posted on LinkedIn by World Arts Printing, Spencer. IN.

Special Editions 🚗 Case Study: Simplifying Print Ordering for a Multi-Location Auto Dealership

Posted on LinkedIn by Darren Peterson of Special Editions, Sussex, WI.

American Litho: MTC Recap Spring 2026 - What Mailers Should Be Watching Now

Posted on their website blog by American Litho, Carol Stream, IL.

MGF Services & Equipment: Do You Know the True Value - and Condition - of Your Production Assets?  

Posted on LinkedIn by MGF Services & Equipment, Oconomowoc, WI.

The Future Komori America Center of Excellence Is Taking Shape

Posted on LinkedIn by Komori America Corporation, Rolling Meadows, IL.

About Us

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 is celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2026 and continues to be the oldest print trade association in North America. 

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