Your Weekly Industry Updates July 23, 2026

An Evening Celebrating Print Excellence

From Best of Show and Rising Star honors to the excitement of the People's Choice competition, the Print Excellence Awards Grand Ceremony is the industry's biggest celebration of the year. Gather your team and register today.

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SB54 & SB343: What the Latest Updates Mean for Our Industry

Packaging and recycling laws are rapidly changing, and recent developments can severely impact the print and visual communications industry. Join GMA and APAN as we present RJ Cervantes, from Resilient Advocacy, to provide a webinar to update members on SB 343 & SB 54.

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Protect Your Business From Phishing Attacks

Phishing remains one of the most common cybersecurity threats facing businesses today. A single click on a fraudulent email, text, or website can expose sensitive information, disrupt operations, and lead to costly consequences. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and better protect your organization.

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The Digital Fade Is Here

Consumer tolerance for digital messaging is shrinking—and it's changing how brands connect. More than half of consumers say they spend too much time on their devices and most admit they ignore online ads. Marketers are taking notice: 90% of marketing leaders are increasing direct mail budget this year, and support for the shift is growing. From smarter AI-driven personalization to new USPS postage incentives. It's a reminder that in a crowded digital landscape, paper still delivers.

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Cannabis Laws Are Changing: 8 Questions Employers Should Ask Now

As cannabis laws continue to evolve and positive drug test rates rise, employers face new challenges balancing workplace safety, staffing needs, and legal compliance. Learn how changing regulations are impacting workplace policies and the key questions every employer should be asking.

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How to Avoid the Price Objection From Existing Clients

Want that repeat order without being subjected to low ball pricing from a rogue competitor? Follow the advice in this week's Short Attention Span Sales Tip by Bill Farquharson.

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GMAEXCHANGE

Needs and Surpluses

Updates Added July 2026 - check out the paper and press part listings from Grandville Printing Company.

To combat current supply chain issues plaguing our industry, we utilize the member-exclusive GMA Exchange. Members can submit a form of the items they may have in surplus (paper, inks, toner, machinery) or are looking to procure.

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GMAWORKFORCE

GMA Workforce

Please check for resumes frequently.

Updates Added July 14, 2026

GMA members are welcome to post their current job openings free of charge on our Association-wide, user-friendly career database. We often hear from members with positions to fill and will be glad to share your information.

If you are seeking a job in the printing and graphic communications area, please feel free to forward a resume to Judy Kellum at jkellum@graphicmedia.org.

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Graphic Media Alliance

Upcoming Events

January 1 - December 31, 2026

VIEW A FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS


August 20, 2026
6:00PM - 10:00PM

PEA Grand Ceremony

The Revery


October 5, 2026
8:00AM - 5:00PM

2026 ENCORE Leadership Conference

Quest Conference Center


October 6, 2026
8:00AM - 4:30PM

2026 Golf Tournament

TBD