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GLGA offices will be closed Monday, May 30, to observe the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 31.
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National News and Education
Electricity
March Shipments
Improving Post-Pandemic Results
PTO vs. Vacation
Sensitive Employee Talks
Modern Marketing Mix
Video - Fold of the Week
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GLGA Association News
GEAs Celebrations
State Golf Outings
FREE Member Webinars
Welcome, Julie!
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Member News
ITU AbsorbTech
FCL Graphics
Rollem International
EFI
Tactive
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GEAs Celebrations - Who Has Won Best of Show?! |
We're celebrating the excellence of the craft of printing at the Graphics Excellence Awards Celebrations, on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. The wait is over: who has won Best of Show, 1st and 2nd Runner Up, Best of States, and People's Choice?! Congratulations to all of this year's winners! |
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National News and Education |
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Summer Blackouts Could Hit States Including IL, IN and WI, Regulators Warn |
Blackouts could plague a number of states in the U.S. this summer, regulators warn, as a combination of drought, heat, potential cyber attacks, geopolitical conflicts and supply chain problems could disrupt the power supply, according to a grim new report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. Read more on WGN Radio.com. |
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March Shipments: It’s Déjà Vu All Over Again |
March 2022 shipments came in at $6.91 billion, up from February’s $6.14 billion. So far, it looks like 2022 is closely mirroring 2021—which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Read more in this analysis by WhatTheyThink.com. |
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Improving Your Post-Pandemic Results |
The revenue line is looking good for many print businesses as they emerge from the post-pandemic days. If you are one of these organizations, congratulations. However, as the landscape continues to be riddled with challenges, make certain that your profits are where they should be. Read more by Mike Philie of The Philie Group. |
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PTO vs. Vacation Time: What’s Right For Your Company? |
Scheduling managers need to weigh the pros and cons of each type of leave policy, consider the nature of the business, take employee preferences into account, and pay attention to current trends. Only then can they make a decision on a leave policy that boosts employee productivity and optimizes payroll costs. Read more by Workforce.com. |
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7 Tips for Addressing Sensitive Issues with Employees |
Dealing with sensitive issues or personal problems with employees is often much more difficult than addressing poor performance. Yet, you know the tough conversation needs to take place. These tips will help you handle sensitive topics with tact and care. Read more by GLGA member McClone. |
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Print Plays a Leading Role in Today’s Modern Marketing Mix |
Savvy marketers know that personalized print and digital communications are symbiotic. Below are some points to keep in mind when developing your next multichannel campaign. Read more on Modern Marketing Today.com. |
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VIDEO - Super-Cool Fold of the Week
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This week, Trish Witkowski of FoldFactory.com talks about some of the subtleties in the decisions we can make about format, and how those decisions affect the layout and user experience. I’ve chosen two wrapped stepped accordions to compare—so, let’s take a closer look. Click here for specs. |
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Golf. Networking. Food. Fun!
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Come to the 2022 State Golf Outings – our most popular networking events! Register online or contact Sharon Flick at (262) 201-4730 or [email protected].
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Indiana – June 15, 2022, Plum Creek Golf Club, Carmel, IN
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Illinois – Ninth Annual Chicagoland Printers Scholarship Golf Outing, July 20, 2022, White Pines Golf Club, Bensenville, IL, co-hosted by GLGA and GCG
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Wisconsin – August 10, 2022, Lake Ripley Golf Club, Cambridge, WI
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Upcoming FREE Member Webinar: |
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GLGA Welcomes New Staff Member |
The Great Lakes Graphics Association is pleased to announce that Julie Lopezlena-Voss has joined us as our new Sales and Member Engagement Director for Illinois and Indiana. Her first day was Monday, May 23, and many of you will get to meet her at the Addison GEAs Celebration Wednesday. More about Julie will be in our upcoming Graphics Journal membership magazine. Welcome, Jules! |
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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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ITU AbsorbTech Named a 2022 Top Workplace |
ITU AbsorbTech, New Berlin, WI, has been named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for the third straight year! The Top Workplaces program is southeast Wisconsin’s most prestigious recognition of the region’s best employers. Read more. |
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FCL Graphics Announces Second 40" Komori Press Install |
What's better than one 40" press, two 40" presses. We started running our 2nd install of a 40" Komori sheet fed press today. Both presses are equipped with AMS Baldwin LED UV curing between printing units. Read and see more. |
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Rollem Highlights the Insignia Die-Cutter Featured Live at the June Amplify Event |
“Our team is very excited to be back for in-person demonstrations and conversations at the Amplify event in Minneapolis”, states Susan Corwin, Director of Marketing for Rollem International. Read more. |
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EFI IQ Now Available for Sign and Display Graphics Printers |
Electronics For Imaging, Inc., has announced the availability of its EFI IQ™ suite of cloud and mobile applications with supported EFI VUTEk®, Wide Format, and Nozomi inkjet printers. Read more. |
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Tactive: Swag for Employees - Why You Need It and How to Crush It |
Posted on their website blog by Tactive, Indianapolis, IN:
We talk about tactile marketing A LOT here at Tactive. Every day, we get a front-row seat to the engaging experiences that happen when our customers bring their brands to real life. But the benefits and opportunities provided by tactile marketing go far beyond hitting marketing goals, getting new customers on board, or even wowing at a conference. Tactile marketing is also a great way to boost employee engagement. 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. |
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