Editor's note: GLGA is one of the participating regional print affiliates of this new in-person Midwest trade show.

Americas Print Show is an exciting three-day industry event focused on showcasing the latest technologies, building connections, and growth in the print and graphics community. APS22 will bring together regional and national associations representing more than 5,000 companies, along with commercial printers, screen and garment producers, large format and sign printers, binderies and graphic finishers along with industry suppliers. Read more.

Manufacturing has seen huge changes in the last few years. And with the move towards Industry 5.0, here are some of the top digital trends to consider. Read more on Manufacturing.net.

Here is a summary of your rights and obligations when it comes to vaccine protests and walkouts and a detailed list of key considerations you should keep in mind as this situation develops. Read more on Fisher Phillips.com.

Related: Is Asking an Employee if They’re Vaccinated a HIPAA Violation? What Employers Need to Know

Employers are in desperate need of workers. They want women to return to the workforce and will be forced by the competition for workers to “meet women where they are” in terms of their needs in order to return to the workforce. Here are some suggestions for employers to consider and for women to demand. The good news is, these suggestions will also attract potential workers from every demographic, not just women. Read more by Adriane Harrison on Printing Impressions.com.

A recent study released by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company reveals that traditional marketing channels, including word of mouth, direct mail, and in-store signage, are largely untapped by marketers. The study uncovers significant differences between marketer assumptions and what consumers say actually influences their brand awareness and purchase decisions. Read more by Two Sides North America.

“The Gravure Education Foundation Endowment was created to support and promote education in the gravure industry. We understand it is difficult for schools to acquire tools and equipment for hands-on teaching. Knowing this, we adapted and created a new program to equip printing schools with a gravure proofing press." Read more.

In this episode of the Millennials in Print Podcast, the guys chat with Marcus Witte - West Coast Account Executive at GLGA member Arandell Corporation. Tune in as they discuss Marcus's background, how he got into the industry, how his sales process has changed over the years, and what the industry needs to do to cater itself to a younger audience.

Related: Wisconsin Printers Under 40 Group Announces Next Virtual Gathering

GLGA mails our Graphics Journal membership magazine bimonthly to the primary contacts of every GLGA member company. PDFs of every issue also are available for viewing and downloading from our website. View and download a copy of the September-October issue by clicking here. This special edition takes a closer look at the top winners of the Graphics Excellence Awards competition.

Empire Screen Printing, Onalaska, WI, is one of four companies profiled by Wide-format Impressions magazine in their "The Innovators of 2021" feature article. Click here to read the feature about Empire. Click here to read the editor's note about the Innovators.

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

Fineline is committed to compliance and protecting our customers’ data. We are very pleased to announce Fineline has received its SOC2 Certification for another year! Read more.

Posted on LinkedIn by Tony Rouse of TEAM Concept Printing, Carol Stream, IL:

Hot off the presses. We are excited to announce our acquisition of Guardsman Laminating! See below for more information and stay tuned for more about this new development. Read more.

"I'm excited about offering this new technology as it is nothing short of amazing,” said Randy Peters, President and CEO, The Mosaica Group, Sussex, WI. “The ability to print direct to film and transfer to multiple fabrics and applications without using powder, combined with the ability to use white ink, and without the limitation of using polyester-based fabrics, is truly a game changer for printing.” Read more.