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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.
Register Today for the 2026 Michigan Leadership Summit
Leadership, workforce engagement, sustainability, risk management, postal optimization, mergers and acquisitions, and artificial intelligence are all shaping the future of the printing and graphic communications industry. On Thursday, May 21, Graphic Media Alliance will bring together industry leaders and nationally recognized speakers for the 2026 Michigan Leadership Summit in Romulus, Michigan. This full-day experience features seven educational sessions designed to help organizations strengthen leadership, improve operational performance, and prepare for the future of print. Space is limited. Register today and secure your spot for one of GMA’s premier leadership events of the year.
Read MoreGMAAdvocacy(+): National Industry Coalition Challenges California Recycling Labeling Law
One of the most important benefits of GMA membership is access to advocacy efforts taking place not only within our region, but across the country through our partnership with the Americas Printing Association Network (APAN). In this important update shared through our industry network partners, a broad coalition representing packaging manufacturers, food producers, retailers, agricultural organizations, and print interests has filed a federal lawsuit challenging California’s SB 343 recycling labeling law. As legislation and environmental policy continue evolving across the country, GMA remains committed to keeping members informed, connected, and represented through collaborative advocacy initiatives.
Read MoreSelling or Buying a Business? What You Need to Know About Workers’ Compensation
Buying or selling a business involves far more than contracts and ownership changes, especially when it comes to workers’ compensation obligations and policy considerations. This important update from Sedgwick outlines what employers need to know about “successorship,” policy transfers, reporting requirements, and potential liabilities tied to business acquisitions, mergers, or sales. GMA members considering a business purchase, sale, or restructuring are encouraged to review this guidance carefully to ensure a smooth transition and protect their organization from avoidable workers’ compensation issues.
Read MoreTecnau and Standard Finishing Systems Announce Strategic Partnership
Automation, workflow efficiency, and integrated finishing solutions continue to shape the future of print production. In this announcement, new GMA member Tecnau and Standard Finishing Systems introduce a cooperative partnership designed to deliver integrated roll-fed and cut-sheet finishing solutions for print providers across the U.S. and Canada. For GMA members exploring workflow optimization and scalable automation strategies, this partnership highlights the continued evolution of connected print manufacturing environments.
Read MoreGoing Paperless Isn’t Always Greener
As sustainability conversations continue to shape business decisions, it’s important to understand the full environmental impact of both print and digital communications. While many assume digital is automatically the greener option, electronic communications carry significant environmental costs through energy consumption, data centers, device production, and e-waste. This resource from Two Sides North America reinforces the role paper plays in a renewable, recyclable, and sustainable circular economy.
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