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Sponsor Video Presentation: Summa America
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Day 2 Morning Panel Q & A
Join us for a joint Q and A from todays Presenters.
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Day 2 Morning Closing Remarks
Join us for Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways.
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Day 2 Break
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Day 2 Afternoon Welcome and Introduction
Welcome and Introduction setting the stage for Attendees.
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State of the Industry
Join in as Andy Pararozzi, Chief Economist at Printing United Alliance shares information about the economic effects of the COVID-19 crisis and when we can expect the recovery to start. Will the recovery be V-shaped or U-shaped? Andy will share information from the latest Print Business Conditions Indicator Survey and actions companies can take to navigate through the crisis to the recovery on the other side.
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Pivot: The Orbus Exhibit and Display Group Story
Orbus Exhibit and Display Group best known in the past for trade show graphics now offers a full catalog of PPE gear and ancillary products. Jaime will talk about that and about continuous improvement that they were able to implement during the past six months and going forward.
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US Manufacturing Supply Chain for Digital Printing
This session will explore the impact of the Pandemic on the US Sewn Products industry including the PPE crisis. Also discussed will be the status of the industry today including results of a SEAMS member survey. The session will also address required changes moving forward for domestic and near-shoring to grow and the impact all this has on the Digital Print sector, including “Microfactories” and “Smart” Factories.
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How has DYE-NAMIX Adapted
Leaders in the creative use of digital textile printing, Dyenamix has been providing innovative textiles to the fashion, theatrical, film and television, interior and fine art industries since 1991. Founder, Raylene Marasco, will share the early addition and evolution of digital printing in her business, how Dyenamix has adapted during the extensive NYC Covid lockdown, and how the company has pivoted, targeted new audiences, and successfully navigated the “new normal”.
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Solid Stone's Path Forward
Luke Harris will share a bit of the past and a look into the future as he talks about Solid Stone Fabrics and their mission to keep textile printing in the US. Innovation has been a hallmark of Solid Stone fabrics throughout its history and Luke will share how they have navigated this challenging time.
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Day 2 Afternoon Panel Q & A
Join us for a joint Q and A from todays Presenters.
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Day 2 Afternoon Closing Remarks
Join us for Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways.
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Ask the Experts Webinar: Spot Color Magic
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Ask the Experts Webinar: Spot Color Magic
Too often, color management is thought of as something that is mysterious or difficult. I liken it to watching a magician perform and wondering just how they do their trick. Join me as we explore the challenges of matching brand and spot colors and expose the “magicians” secret. It’s not as hard or complicated as you imagined! In this session we’ll look at how spot colors (Pantone color) are defined, how they are managed, and how to get the most out of your digital printer. What are the best practices that you can implement in your workflow and what tools are needed for success!
Speaker: Ray Weiss, Director, Digital Programs -
Ask the Experts Webinar: The New View on Capitol Hill
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Ask the Experts Webinar: The New View on Capitol Hill
Lisbeth Lyons will preview PRINTING United Alliance’s Advocacy Agenda for the 117th Congress and will review which top priority public policy issues the Alliance will pursue to achieve a favorable business environment for the printing and graphic communications industry. This session will dive into the best practices for members to successfully engage with Senators and Representatives as champions for the printing industry’s advocacy agenda. Attendees will hear about about innovative grassroots tools that the Alliance is launching to provide your company, its employees, and customers a voice on Capitol Hill.
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Ask the Experts Webinar: Operating Safely in a COVID-19 Environment
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Ask the Experts Webinar: Operating Safely in a COVID-19 Environment
Safe operations have never been more important than now given the COVID-19 Global Pandemic. OSHA and state safety inspectors are out in full force enforcing the regulatory and policy mandates put in place by the government. Marci Kinter and Gary Jones will explore actionable steps you can put in place immediately to ensure compliance, reduce workplace exposures, and will also preview tools to help you to implement your own Safety Compliance program.
Speakers: Marci Kinter, Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs and Gary Jones, Director, Environmental, Health, and Safety Affairs -
Ask the Experts Webinar: Managing Marijuana in Manufacturing
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Ask the Experts Webinar: Managing Marijuana in Manufacturing
Marijuana laws are changing, and many states have recently legalized marijuana use. Adriane Harrison will explore how marijuana may affect your workplace, how to manage legal use while keeping your employees safe. This program will also address how to manage your HR policies to address other legal and illegal drugs in the workplace.
Speaker: Adriane Harrison, Vice President, Human Relations Consulting