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GLGA offices will be closed on these days to observe the upcoming holidays:
- Friday, December 30, for New Year's Eve
- Monday, January 2, for New Year’s Day
Wishing you a Happy New Year!
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National News and Education
2023 Economic Outlook
Packaging Trends
Minimum Wage Updates for 2023
Illinois Legislative Changes
2023 Postal Promotions
Video - Break the Mold Packaging
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GLGA Association News
Latest PIPI Reports
FREE Member Webinars
MRA Edge
GEAs
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Member News
AB Data
JohnsByrne
Priority Press
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National News and Education |
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2023 Economic Outlook: Ignore the Headlines |
The 2023 economic outlook is far more complex than “will there be a recession or not?” A lot of factors are in play in the 2023 economy, including both tailwind and headwind economic indicators. Next year is an opportunity to retool as well as consider opportunities to stay invested and benefit from a recovery. Read more by GLGA member CliftonLarsonAllen. |
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Packaging Trends: Balancing Sustainability with Profits |
How can brands sustainably improve packaging cost effectively while balancing consumer desires for inclusivity, convenience, and other essentials? Experts provide guidance and options. Read more on PackagingDigest.com. |
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State and Major Locality Minimum Wage Updates for 2023 |
Several state and local minimum wage rates will increase in 2023, with a majority of the changes effective on January 1, 2023. The chart below lists state and certain major locality minimum wage increases for 2023—and future years, if available. Read more by GLGA member Ogletree Deakins. |
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On the Seventh Day, Illinois Employers Must Allow Rest |
Before January 1, Illinois employers should revise work schedules as needed to make sure they allow for at least one day of rest; ensure that they are ready to comply with the extra meal break required for 12-hour-shift workers; change company leave policies as needed to comply with the new bereavement requirements; and check and keep checking the Illinois Department of Labor website for new details as they roll out. Read more on the Chicago Business Attorney Blog.
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2023 Promotions and Incentive Programs for First-Class® & USPS Marketing Mail |
The US Postal Service has released the Promotions and Incentive Programs for 2023. The PostalPro website has links to the calendar, promotion guidebooks as well as recording links, and a link to the Mailing Promotions Portal. Scent on the outside of the envelope is among what's new. Click here to visit Postal Pro's Promotions webpage. |
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VIDEO - Break the Mold Packaging |
How do you know when you’ve designed the perfect packaging? When your recipients can’t bring themselves to open it to get at the homemade chocolates inside because it’s simply too gorgeous to take apart. Paper Specs.com checks out a “Break the Mold” holiday client gift featuring printing by GLGA member Fey Printing of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Read and see more. |
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Printing Industry Performance and Insights Study - October Survey Reports Now Available FREE for GLGA Members |
The results from the October 2022 Print Industry Performance and Insights survey are now available as a set of three reports The first is a look at how the paper shortage situation is affecting companies and customers, with actionable suggestions. The second, "Connecting a Comprehensive Strategic Approach to Printing Firm Performance," provides execution tips. And, the third presents the big picture view of the industry including revenue trends, COVID recovery, inflation effects and business outlook.
Download your free copies of the report from the Members Only area of the GLGA website by clicking here.
(Editor's note: requires a log-in to the GLGA website. If you do not have one, GLGA members can quickly register for your own by clicking here.)
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Upcoming FREE Member Webinars |
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Download Your Copy of the Latest MRA Edge, Our HR Partner's Informative Newsletter
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As a part of your company's membership benefits, GLGA maintains a partnership with MRA, a human resources management association. Our partnership includes MRA's bimonthly newsletter, the MRA Edge. The November/December issue is now available from the Members Only area of our website. Click here to download your copy.
For more information about your membership benefits through our partnership, please click here for our partnership flier.
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2023 Graphics Excellence Awards |
It's almost time for the 2023 Graphics Excellence Awards! This annual competition honors superb craftsmanship in the design, creation and production of top-quality printed material. We are getting ready to send out the Call for Entries brochure. To be added to the mailing list, please contact Debra Warner at [email protected].
Take YOUR place among the very best - what will YOU win??!
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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.
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See more news about and featuring GLGA members posted
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Eric Schachter Promoted to Senior Vice President of Client Services |
A.B. Data, Milwaukee, WI, has announced the promotion of Eric Schachter to Senior Vice President of Client Services. Read more. |
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‘12 Days of JohnsByrne Faves’ Holiday Packaging |
Posted on their website blog by JohnsByrne, Niles, IL:
In the spirit of the season, let’s take a look at “12 Days of JohnsByrne Faves,” to discover more innovative, seasonal packaging solutions, and perhaps glean some insight into how and why we’ve become the holiday go-to premium packaging house for so many leading national and global brands. Read and see more. |
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Priority Press Holds Successful Warm Up Indy Winter Coat Drive |
We at Priority Group are overwhelmed by the generosity of Lids, Newfields, Pacers Sports & Entertainment, and many others for their donations to our Warm Up Indy Winter Coat Drive. We would also like to give a special thank you to our friends at Wheeler Mission for everything they do to support those in need. Read and see 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. |
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