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11/18/2025
2026 Print Excellence Awards
The 2026 Print Excellence Awards competition officially kicked off on September 1, 2025! We're happy to accept entries and will even pick them up for you. Just let us know that you have entries ready, and we'll take care of the rest.
The deadline for entries is December 31, 2025.
Graphic Media Alliance members participate in the Print Excellence Awards for a variety of compelling reasons. Whether it’s to enhance their marketing efforts with current and prospective clients, to recognize the talented craftsmen and craftswomen who work behind the scenes, to take part in industry celebrations, or to showcase their extraordinary skills to peers, the benefits are clear. However, for most of our members, the true reward lies in the opportunity to come together and celebrate the timeless craft of printing.
The interactive Call for Entries form is available here:
Let GMA do the heavy lifting for you. We'll be happy to pickup your entries, saving you time and postage.
Developing the Next Generation of Leaders Starts Now
Registration is now open for the Emerging Leaders Academy! This new, industry-focused leadership development program is designed to help print and graphic communications companies build confident, capable leaders through practice and real-world training. Built from direct input from our members, this program addresses the challenges you’re facing today—from workforce development to performance and leadership readiness.
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