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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17 DecemberCome to the Light...Enter HR NirvanaThis session presents a regimented system that encompasses recruitment, four unique purposeful interviews, personality testing, background checks, and if the candidate is hired, a formal training program. The presenter currently employs around 33 people and his managers follow his system for every hire. The result is... -
10–14 JanuaryPIA/SGIA Color20COLOR20 is where you’ll get the best insights, the best practices, and the best answers to all of your color questions. You’ll discover strategies, tactics, technology, and even a few secrets about finding success in color. And best of all, you’ll find an incredible community of people who live and breathe the subject! -
14 JanuaryUnleash Creativity & Reduce Repetitive Tasks in Wide Format Using Focused Design ToolsDesigners and their creative ideas are your most valuable asset. Why waste them on repetitive tasks and let them feel like assembly line workers? This session will explain what dedicated print and textile design tools can automate for your designers and how this will make them more effective and creative. -
16 JanuarySGIA Research: 2019 Review/2020 OutlookIn this fast-moving session, SGIA's research team will highlight key findings of its 2019 industry surveys, which explored numerous essential industry indicators. Further, they will provide a look forward, using their skills to provide a view of what 2020 may bring your business.
Journal
SGIA Journal
The SGIA Journal inspires, excites and educates members about the opportunities available to them in printing.
Water-based Inks
Water-based inks have been around for a while — but they’re the latest thing. This issue of the SGIA Journal brings you the ins and outs of what you need to know about this trending technology.
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.