PRIMIR’s research partner Anil Sarda from The Economist Intelligence Unit, presents findings from their study: Global Opportunities in Publishing Printing and Marketing & Commercial Printing (2012 - 2021). Learn where print is growing, and which applications can get you in the global game. APTech/PRIMIR:http://www.npes.org/primirresearch/primir.aspx / The Economist Intelligence Unit: http://www.eiu.com

From global trade missions to global trade shows and all that is in between, Pernilla Jonsson, Senior Director of Global Programs at the Association for Print Technologies (formerly NPES) shares how their member initiatives can turn you and your business into a global player. APTech: http://printtechnologies.org

Dierdre Ryder, President & CEO, VITS International and newly elected Treasurer of the Association for Print Technologies (formally NPES) shares how this print org has helped her create a global distribution network for her finishing business, secure funding from the US Government, and develop equipment to best serve printers. VITS International: https://www.vitsinternational.com APTech: http://printtechnologies.org

Mark Hischar, President and CEO of Koenig & Bauer North America and Chairman of the Board at the Association for Print Technologies (formerly NPES) shares why his commitment to the org, the industry and the PRINT show has never been stronger. Connect with KBA: https://us.koenig-bauer.com/us

Recorded LIVE from the launch event for The Association for Print Technologies (formerly NPES), Thayer Long explains the mission to serve the entire Graphic Communications Value Chain from manufacturer to maker, research and resources that will be made available to all, and redefines the measurement of success for the org, their annual show PRINT (formally GRAPH EXPO), and the business of print. Association for Print Technologies - printtechnologies.org PRINT - PRINTevent.com

Erica Switzer, VP of Partner Relations at DirectMail2.0, shares how their white-label platform drives unbelievable profits for printers, trackable results for their customers, and cements long-term relationships in the process. Visit http://dm20.com to see a demo and get more info.

Ashley Maydak, Brand Marketing Manager at Domtar, shares information about their Blueline offerings and provides resources for printers and print customers. Visit domtarblueline.com to subscribe to their free magazine, receive paper promotions and samples, submit work to their design gallery and get inspired while you are there.  

Thayer Long, President of the Association for Print Technology (formerly NPES), discusses the mission to align the Print Technology Suppy Chain, the value that alignment will have for suppliers, printers and print customers, and shares some intel from his industry travels abroad.    

Learn the ins and outs of the equipment and substrates that enable printers to enter and have success with label and packaging printing. Deborah Corn moderates this PRINT 17 panel featuring HP, RMGT, Memjet, Konica Minolta, GPA. Brought to you by PrintMediaCentr.com