We connect the leaders of the twenty-first century printing world. Our printers are bold, driven, and creative and they are riding a wave of technology and innovation. SGIA is a community that strives to be the foremost resource for information and education for the Printing Industry.
Find Your Industry
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Apparel DecorationScreen printing, dye sublimation, direct-to-apparel, embroidery and more.
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Graphics ProductionWide-format, digital and screen printing that defines the world around us.
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Educators & StudentsTraining and education is critical to the long-term viability of the specialty imaging industry.
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Functional PrintingPrinting that is touchable, useable, interactive and occasionally electronic.
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Commercial PrintingPrepress, postpress/finishing print including offset and digital high-volume print fulfillment.
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Installation PDAAIt’s not just a skill…it’s certified. Installers apply the graphics that our printers create.
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Digital TextileDigitally printed bolts of fabric for a wide variety of applications.
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Packaging & LabelConverters to corrugated and everything in between.
Resources
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DirectoriesLocate equipment, supplies, printing companies, and graphic installers.
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Business PlanningFrom employee management to sales and marketing, tap into business planning to shape the direction of your business.
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Industry VoicesHear from thought leaders in the industry on experiences, business growth, and new ideas.
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Business IntelligenceStay on top of business trends and get access to industry data to inform your decision making.
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Industry TechnologiesLearn about the latest equipment, technology, and all aspects of printing and finishing techniques.
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WebinarsGain insight on the industry’s hottest topics from leaders in the field – checkout upcoming webinars or tap into the archives.
Events
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28 JanuaryMaximize Digital Color with Automated File PreparationDuring this webinar we will demonstrate the advantages of high quality color management solutions including automated tools available to convert files to your printer’s color space and achieve your customers’ expectations. In addition, we will show you tools which you can use to evaluate the gamut of... -
30 JanuaryThreadX 2020: A Different Experience for Apparel DecoratorsWith a focus on innovative business models and market development, SGIA's ThreadX Conference offers eye-opening, mind-expanded programming to help you take your apparel decoration business toward new opportunities. Join members of SGIA's Apparel Decoration Committee as they discuss the agenda, the networking events, and why ThreadX 2020 is not to be missed. -
4–6 FebruaryColorCasters Color Management Boot Camp (Escondido, CA)Learn how to save time and money in your shop with color management training and certification. Stand out from your competitors. -
4 FebruaryPerformance Management: Linking Strategy with ResultsFrustration is the best way to describe the performance management process in far too many organizations. Supervisors feel untrained and under-prepared to conduct a meaningful performance review. Employees generally find it to be a perfunctory exercise and owners/senior executives lament the lack of...
Journal
SGIA Journal
The SGIA Journal inspires, excites and educates members about the opportunities available to them in printing.
The Guide 2020
The Guide isn’t your ordinary Journal. It’s a roadmap that points you through your journey in 2020, with all the exciting stops, services and resources along the way.
Read MoreMember Benefits
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BenefitsInnovate. Create. Learn. Share. SGIA offers cutting edge information, trend reports, education, and a diverse and supportive community. Join us!
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MissionSGIA will continually strive to be the foremost resource for information and education within the printing industry.
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LeadershipWe listen to you. We’ll ask about your goals, your resources and your timeframe. We work with you.