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04/15/2025
Secure Your Energy Savings
Did you know that this time of year is historically the best time to secure future energy savings? As your trusted partner, Graphic Media Alliance is excited to introduce GMAENERGY(+), a program powered by our partnership with TogetherSolve, designed to help you reduce energy costs and focus your resources on what matters most—growing your business.
The energy market has been anything but predictable, but now is the perfect time to be proactive. Utility rates are becoming clearer based on recent auctions for 2025 and beyond creating an opportunity to lock in lower costs for the future. TogetherSolve brings decades of expertise to the table, offering you personalized guidance and tailored solutions that deliver real savings.
Through our program, we offer a simple, complimentary evaluation of your current energy rates and provide expert recommendations for locking in the best rates available. All we need is a copy of your most recent utility bill to get started. With TogetherSolve’s transparency and commitment to your success, you can rest assured you’re making the right choice for your business.
Don’t wait—reach out today to discover how GMAENERGY(+) and TogetherSolve can benefit your business.
Energy rates are on the rise, but you don’t have to face them alone. During an exclusive, FREE, webinar on April 22 (10 - 11:00 am), we’ll provide an overview of the GMAENERGY(+) program, discuss upcoming rate hikes, and show how TogetherSolve can help you lock in the best rates.
Your Next Generation of Leaders Is Already on Your Team. Are They Ready?
Great employees don't automatically become great leaders. They need the right tools, guidance, and opportunities to grow. On December 15, Graphic Media Alliance is bringing all five sessions of the 2026 Emerging Leaders Academy together for one powerful day of leadership development. Join us in person or via Zoom and equip your future leaders with practical skills and a comprehensive Field Resource Guide they can reference for years to come. Registration is open. Invest in your team's future today!
Read MoreYour Voice Matters: Help Shape the Printing Industry Outlook
Where is the printing industry headed, and how does your company compare? Graphic Media Alliance encourages members to participate in the latest Printing Industry Performance & Insights survey. Invest just 10 to 15 minutes to help build a clearer picture of the opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping our industry's future.
Read MoreGMA Expands Sustainability Resources Through New National Partnership with PrintReleaf
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important part of doing business in the printing industry. Through a new partnership between PrintReleaf and the Americas Printing Association Network (APAN), Graphic Media Alliance members will gain access to innovative tools that turn environmental responsibility into a measurable business advantage. This exciting partnership will be a key component of our 2027 GMASustainability(+) initiative. Learn more and save the date for a special presentation on November 5!
Read MoreGreat Connections Are Brewing in Detroit! Join GMA for Oktoberfest!
Networking doesn't always have to happen in a conference room! Graphic Media Alliance is teaming up with AIGA Detroit for a special BrewCrew Oktoberfest celebration on October 27. Join fellow professionals from the printing, graphic communications, and creative communities for an evening of great conversations, new connections, and a little fun along the way. Space is limited, so RSVP today!
Read MoreBehind the Scenes with USPS: An Exclusive Look at What Keeps the Mail Moving!
The networking opportunities continue this October! If you attended GMA's ENCORE Leadership Conference or Annual Golf Tournament, you may have met Michelle Shimmel from the Central Ohio Postal Customer Council (COPCC). Now, Michelle and her colleagues are inviting industry professionals to experience a behind-the-scenes tour of the USPS Citygate facility in Columbus on October 21. Space is limited, so don't miss this opportunity!
Read MoreFind the What, Make the Sale
Are you asking the wrong question when prospecting for new business? Finding the person responsible for purchasing print might seem like the logical first step, but Bill Farquharson suggests a different approach. In this week's Short Attention Span Sales Tip, discover why understanding a prospect's business challenges and objectives could open the door to more meaningful conversations, stronger relationships, and better sales opportunities.
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