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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.



GLGA offices will be closed Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, to observe the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 2. Happy Thanksgiving!

National News and Education

October Employment

Paper Recycling

Pack Expo

Postal Board Picks

Sales Tip of the Week

Video - Two Sides

GLGA Association News

Holiday Parties

Upcoming Webinars

GLGA Print Academy

Member News

ABS Graphics

Best Graphics Group

World Arts

Kingery Printing

October Graphic Arts Employment Remains Generally Flat


Overall employment was up slightly by 0.4 percent, with production employment up 1.1 percent and non-production employment down 1.2 percent, one nearly offsetting the other. By WhatTheyThink.com.

How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?


The paper recycling rate was 65-69 percent and the cardboard recycling rate was 71-76 percent. From the American Forest & Paper Association.

6 New Sustainable & Mechanical Marvels from Pack Expo 2024


Move over “faster-cheaper-better,” sustainability takes center stage in these video highlights from the tradeshow floor at November’s expo in Chicago. By PackagingDigest.com.

USPS Board Picks Vow to Balance 10-Year Reform Agenda and Customer Expectations


The three nominees to serve on the USPS Board of Governors are telling lawmakers that Congress, watchdogs and customers will have a seat at the table as the agency keeps going with a 10-year reform plan meant to put it on firmer financial footing. From FederalNewsNetwork.com.


Related: Postal Officials Say Changes Will Give USPS Its Best Holiday Season Performance Ever

The Sales Challenge You Won’t Admit to Having


There is one core issue no one is talking about but it permeates every aspect of sales. Bill Farquharson sheds some light on his blog on the SalesVault.com.

Video - Two Minutes with Two Sides – Part 2 – The Complementary Strengths of Virgin and Recycled Fibers


The union of virgin and recycled fibers isn’t just a compromise – it’s a strategic alliance that contributes significantly to a circular economy while meeting diverse consumer and business needs. By Two Sides North America. 

 

Holiday Party Time - First One Is Next Week!


End of the year means it’s time for GLGA’s annual holiday parties! Get together with your industry friends for an evening of spirits, appetizers and networking. Register today so we can have plenty of food and drink on hand. Hope you can attend one, two or all three!


Wednesday, December 4 – Great Lakes Distillery, Milwaukee, WI


Tuesday, December 10 – White Pines Golf Club, Bensenville, IL


Thursday, December 12 – Litho Press, Indianapolis, IN

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Upcoming Webinars - FREE for GLGA Members: 


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

PRINT WORKFLOW AND PROCESSES - DESIGNING FOR MAILINGS

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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.

ABS Graphics Hosts Harper College Graphic Arts Students

Posted on LinkedIn by ABS Graphics, Itasca, IL.

Best Graphics Group Hosts Visit from IBIS Bindery Systems

Posted on LinkedIn by Best Graphics Group, Waukesha, WI.

World Arts Partners with University Auditorium

Posted on LinkedIn by World Arts Printing, Spencer, IN.

Follow Along as The Kaimiloa Project Comes Together at Kingery Printing

Video posted on LinkedIn by Kingery Printing Company, Effingham, 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 celebrated its 135 year anniversary in 2021 and continues to be the oldest print trade association in North America. 

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