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| Welcome to your Illinois Weekly Calendar of Programs and Events, the Great Lakes Graphics Association's weekly e-newsletter with upcoming programs, events and webinars. The Weekly Calendar is published every Monday. | | |
GLGA offices will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, to observe the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1. Happy Thanksgiving!
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NEXT WEEK
Illinois Holiday Party
Thursday, December 4, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Central
Join members and friends to celebrate the holidays! Stop by after work to enjoy for some networking, food, fun and the spirit of the holiday season. Enjoy food, beer, wine and beverages as we come together to celebrate our industry and Print.
Hurry - register today so we can tell the caterer you're coming!
Thank You to Our Holiday Party Sponsors:
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December 2025 Marketing Brief - From Goals to Growth: Building Your 2026 Marketing Plan with Intention
Thursday, December 4, 2025
1:30 pm. Eastern / 12:30 p.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA and the Americas Printing Association Network
Join Kelly Mallozzi of Success In Print on the first Thursday of every month for our monthly Marketing Brief. This 15-minute marketing brief helps you turn your 2026 goals into an intentional, action-focused plan. Learn how to align strategy, messaging, and measurement so every marketing move drives purposeful growth and stronger connections with your ideal audience.
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December 2025 Technology Brief: AI Productivity, Case Studies & Strategy for the Imaging Channel
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
10 a.m. Eastern / 9 a.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA
In our new Technology Brief, David Mauro of North American MSP/MSSP NetGain Technologies, a Lyra Technology Group company, will provide insights, real-world examples, and practical takeaways on how artificial intelligence is transforming business operations—from productivity gains to measurable profitability. With strategies applicable to companies of every size, attendees will leave with actionable ideas to save time, increase margins, and strengthen their bottom line.
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December 2025 Talent Report – Effective HR Communications
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
1:00 p.m. Eastern / 12:00 p.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA and MRA
MRA’s Talent Report is an up-to-the-minute review of what is going on in the world of business with an emphasis on talent to keep you abreast of trends and best practices. Join MRA’s Vice President of Workforce Strategies Jim Morgan in a fast-moving, 50-minute online seminar to get the first look at this month’s Talent Report and a closer look at a key business concern.
This month’s key business concern: Join our webinar to learn how to enhance HR communications and foster stronger connections between leadership and employees. Discover strategies for delivering clear, impactful messages that drive engagement, trust, and organizational success. MRA has applied for HRCI credits and SHRM PDC’s for this program.
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December 2025 Company Culture Brief: Company Superlatives: Recognizing the Unique in Every Member
Thursday, December 11, 2025
1:30 p.m. Eastern / 12:30 p.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA and the Americas Printing Association Network
What if you invited your team to nominate coworkers for playful superlative awards. Create categories such as “Creative Problem Solver,” “Team Spirit Booster,” or “Meeting MVP.” Announce winners in a fun ceremony, share stories, and encourage submissions of new superlative ideas for next year. Company Culture Briefs feature presenter Kelly Mallozzi, the president of Success In Print, and are held on the second Thursday of every month.
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December 2025 Safety Brief
Monday, December 15, 2025
11:00 a.m. Eastern / 10:00 a.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA
GLGA's monthly Safety Briefs are quick, powerful safety programs (10-15 minutes) followed by as much Q+A time as you need. You can stay just for the presentations or take a deeper dive and ask some questions. The Briefs are presented by GLGA member Roger Paveza of Vista Safety Consulting and are held on the third Monday of every month. This month’s topic: ‘Safety Net.'
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December 2025 Sales Brief: Your Sales BINGO Card for 2026
Thursday, December 18, 2025
1:30 p.m. Eastern / 12:30 p.m. Central
FREE for GLGA members
Presented by GLGA and the Americas Printing Association Network
Sales staff, take 15 minutes out of the third Thursday of every month and get some powerful, actionable tips from our national expert, Kelly Mallozzi of Success In Print. Let’s get empowered and strong to set ourselves up for an amazing year with a 2026 Sales Bingo card! Each square inspires you to try new skills, boost performance, or expand expertise.
| | 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. | | | | |
