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12/04/2025
2026 Print Excellence Awards
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.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to show off your skills.
The deadline to enter is December 31, 2025.
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.
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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