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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 businesses. Currents is published every Tuesday.

National News and Education

Canadian Shipments

Label Graphic Design

Marketers' 2026 Plans

Time Off Requests

PICB Credit Tip

USPS Needs Growth

GLGA Association News

Holiday Parties

GLGA Academy

Member News

BOPI

Fineline Printing Group

McClone

LCP

Register Today for GLGA's Annual Holiday Parties!

‘Tis the season to celebrate the holidays! Stop by after work to enjoy for some networking, food, fun and the spirit of the holiday season. Register today for one, two or all three –

COMING UP IN TWO WEEKS:

   Wisconsin: Wednesday, December 3, Milwaukee, WI

   Illinois: Thursday, December 4, Niles, IL

COMING UP IN THREE WEEKS:

   Indiana: Wednesday, December 10, Indianapolis, IN

See you there!

Shipments for August Are Up

…in Canada. As we wait for US data to start being released, let us take an overdue look at Canadian printing shipments. By WhatTheyThink.

Designing Label Graphics for Real-World Use

Examples that illustrate why labels must be seen and understood, not just designed. From Packaging Digest.

How Marketers Are Planning To Use AI, Influencers and More in 2026

Some interesting notes, which could help to shape your social media marketing strategy, or at the least, give you some context as to where your peers are looking as they map out their 2026 approach. From Social Media Today.

Ready for the Holidays? Stay Out of the Legal Hotseat With Time Off Requests

Enforcing attendance policies, telework policies, and scheduling in a consistent and fair manner across all religious holidays can help employers avoid discrimination claims. By GLGA member Ogletree Deakins.

How to Properly Carve a Turkey (Before It Carves You): A Credit and Collections Survival Guide

The 120 percent deal might look like a golden bird. But if you’re not careful, it’ll fly the coop and leave you holding the bones. By GLGA member Printing Industry Credit Bureau.

Postmaster General Says US Postal Service Needs Revenue Growth, Not Just Cuts

Postmaster General David Steiner said the 250-year-old agency needs to expand its revenue base to restore prominence in the nation’s delivery network. By AP News.

Member News

What's new at your business? Send your press releases and social media post links to Sharon Flick. 

Find more news about and featuring GLGA members on our LinkedIn networking group page.

BOPI Is Pleased to Announce Acquisition of Greenwell Chisholm Printing

Posted on LinkedIn by BOPI, Bloomington, IL.

Fineline Printing Group Is Proud to Sponsor Indiana Conference for Women

Posted on LinkedIn by Fineline Printing Group, Indianapolis, IN.

McClone Celebrates 20 years with Our President & CEO, Dustin McClone

Posted on LinkedIn by McClone Insurance, Menasha, WI.

LCP Enhances Production Capabilities with Cutting-Edge Equipment Investments

Posted on their website by LCP, Waukegan, 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 will be celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2026 and continues to be the oldest print trade association in North America. 

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