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07/01/2026
Only Two Weeks Left to Participate in the Wage & Benefits Survey!
Time is running out to participate in the 2026 Wage & Benefits Survey, with the submission deadline set for Friday, July 17.
Each year, this confidential survey provides printing and graphic communications employers with one of the industry's most valuable business planning resources. The final report allows participants to compare wages, salaries, benefits, and compensation practices with companies across our region and throughout the country, helping guide hiring decisions, budgeting, retention strategies, and long-term workforce planning.
The strength of this report depends on participation.
Every company that contributes helps build a more accurate picture of today's labor market. Increased participation means stronger regional benchmarks, more meaningful national comparisons, and more reliable data that benefits the entire industry.
Whether you're evaluating compensation, planning for future growth, or working to remain competitive in today's challenging workforce environment, this survey delivers actionable insights that simply can't be found anywhere else.
The survey closes Friday, July 17, so we encourage you to participate today. Your responses remain confidential, and your participation helps strengthen this valuable resource for the entire printing community.
Thank you for helping build a stronger industry through better data.
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