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Next-Gen Prefers Smaller Companies

Next-Gen Prefers Smaller Companies
A growing print company needs a reliable talent pipeline. Studies have found that younger people prefer careers in smaller organizations versus large corporations. This article will help you attract and keep that younger talent. Read on for an ‘are you ready’ checklist.

Pivoting to Manage a Growing Team

Pivoting to Manage a Growing Team
If your team is growing, read this article. Management skills for a 10-person team probably won't work for a bigger team. So, a growing company needs upgraded management skills. See if this article's suggestions are of value to your business.

Building a Built to Win Business Culture

Building a Built to Win Business Culture
Remember the excitement when your company was generating fresh ideas, pursuing new opportunities, and building new profits? If you are working to recapture that entrepreneurial energy, this article offers practical insights. Don Schmincke discusses 5 signs to help you recreate a “built to win” culture. Read on and let us know your ideas.

Printer2Printer: Seeking the Right Answers

Printer2Printer: Seeking the Right Answers
We liked two parts of this article best. The section titled “…the wrong question about digital and flexo” deals with tech integration. The “Faster printing ...a faster factory” section discusses friction between processes as a barrier to greater productivity. See if you agree.

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A Creeping Cancer in BD Leadership & Accountability

A Creeping Cancer in BD Leadership & Accountability
Sid's article makes a simple point: print companies aren't failing because they lack talent, they're slipping because leadership isn't driving real business development. His message on accountability and engagement is the wake‑up call many shops need. Read more.

When the Supply Chain Changes, the Customer Still Calls You

When the Supply Chain Changes, the Customer Still Calls You
Your suppliers are changing. Your distributors are changing. But is your company changing fast enough to protect your customers—and your business? Read on for Debbie's insights.

 
Names in the News
Cory Sawatzki

Cory Sawatzki
Cory Sawatzki has left Alphagraphics to take a position as Executive Vice President of Operations at Alliance Franchise Brands. >>>

Tammy Hinkle

Tammy Hinkle
Tammy Hinkle, formerly the President of Print Production and Visual Solutions at Balance Printing, started a new position as National Account Manager at American Box Company. >>>

Mike Fater

Mike Fater
Mike Fater, formerly with HP, is the new Director of Label and Packaging at Konica Minolta. >>>

Scott Gray

Scott Gray
Scott Gray, who was at Mitchell Press Limited until it ceased doing business this month, has joined Dollco Print Solutions Group as Vice President of Sales. >>>

Teig Olson

Teig Olson
Teig Olson, formerly at HP, is now the Business Development Manager of Specialty Substrate Solutions at GPA. >>>

 
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