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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

Printing Establishments

Limited Edition Packages

Mailers Hub EPR Guidance

USPS Packages Surcharge

Millennials and Hiring

PGSF New Name

PaperSpecs Quick Tip

GLGA Association News

Excellence in Leadership Awards

Excellence Awards Celebrations

GLGA/PCC Golf Social

GLGA Academy

Member News

GelatoConnect

Ultimate Tech

Branded by Woods



GLGA offices will be closed on Friday, April 2, 2026, to observe the Good Friday holiday. We will reopen on Monday, April 6.

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.

National News and Education

Printing Establishments—2010–2023


According to the latest, just-released edition of County Business Patterns, in 2023 there were 21,354 establishments in NAICS 32311 (Printing), a decrease of 21 percent since 2010. From WhatTheyThink.

Why Limited-Edition Packages Often Fail to Impress Shoppers


Limited-edition packages often fail to deliver lasting value in fast-moving consumer goods and luxury markets. Discover why novelty often turns into neglect. From Packaging Digest.

Extended Producer Responsibility: Mailers Hub's Legal Advisors Offer Guidance


If your business touches printed packaging, inserts, labels, catalogs, mailers, or fulfillment, California’s Extended Producer Responsibility program is no longer a “watching brief.” From Mailers Hub.

USPS Seeks Temporary Surcharge on Packages to Help Cover Transportation Costs


USPS has told its regulatory agency that it plans to implement an 8 percent across-the-board increase in prices for its core package and shipping services on April 26, and would remain in place until Jan. 17, 2027. From Federal News Network.

Millennials Are Defining Hiring in 2026. Are You Ready?


Is your organization truly aligned with what Millennial talent expects in 2026, or are you still hiring with yesterday’s playbook? 👀 By GLGA member Gary Bozza of P3 Printing, Packaging & Paper Executive Recruiters.

Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation Announces New Name to Reflect Expanded Mission


The Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) has announced it will operate under a new name, The Foundation for Graphic Communication Education, reflecting the organization’s broadened mission and the evolving graphic arts industries it serves. From PGSF/FGCE.

PaperSpecs Quick Tip: How Paper Choice Sweetened This Packaging


Once you see the paper they went with for these chocolate bars you’ll say “Of course!” But that choice is what separates good design from the truly inspired kind. By Sabine Lenz of PaperSpecs. 

GLGA Association News

Excellence Reimagined - Registration Is Now Open for 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

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.

GLGA Academy Featured Course of the Week - FREE for GLGA Members

INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCTION

Industry Speak: Acronyms & Jargon

GLGA's Print Academy has more than 215 different lessons and quizzes on all things print-related and business skills to help those in the industry be more efficient, effective and successful.


Editor's note: You will need a user name to the GLGA website to view. GLGA members, register for yours by clicking here. 

Membership News

Exclusive for GLGA members: GelatoConnect City Tour, Chicago, April 14

GelatoConnect has a special invitation for its fellow GLGA members: Gelato is hosting a Chicago stop on its US city tour on April 14, 2026. The first 30 CEOs, owners, or COOs who confirm will have their hotel covered by Gelato. Registration closes April 4, 2026.

Ultimate Tech Offers Free ISA Sign Expo Passes

A special invitation from Greg Bane, Ultimate Tech Imposition Solutions Account Manager, for his fellow GLGA members:


Ultimate Tech is going to be exhibiting at the ISA Sign Expo booth 1086 in Orlando April 8-10, 2026. If you are going, please reach out to me for a free pass. I would be happy to meet you! Please contact Greg at greg.bane@ultimate-tech.com.

Branded by Woods Celebrates 55 Years: Honoring Our Past, Creating What’s Next

Press release by Branded by Woods, Holland, IN.

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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