IPA, The Association of Graphic Solutions Providers - August 2008

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Here's what's new at IPA:

- IPA Welcomes New Chief Technology Officer
- IPA to Conduct 2nd Digital Print Forum
- 2009 IPA Business Dev Conference Theme Announced
- Do You Have a Login? Gain Access to IPA Info!
- Special Solution Selling Event 9/23
- IPA Forms Alliance with Australian Assn
- IPA Mourns Passing of Doug Brazell
- IPA Leaders Luncheon Oct. 26 at Graph Expo
- Welcome New Member

IPA Welcomes Doug Belkofer as the Association's Chief Technology Officer
Doug comes from EFI, where he held the positions of Senior Principal Scientist and Director of Integration Technology. As CTO, Doug is charged with defining, communicating and developing relevant programs that impact IPA members’ workflow efficiency. “Doug’s background in integration and workflow along with his communication skills is a perfect fit for IPA. We are excited to have him on board!” – Steve Bonoff, IPA President and CEO. Doug can be contacted at doug@ipa.org.

IPA to Conduct 2nd Digital Print Forum
IPA will conduct its second annual examination of digital press systems, the Digital Print Forum, in early 2009. In 2008, IPA released its first independent, technical examination of digital printing technologies. The 2008 IPA Digital Print Forum provided an exhaustive study of digital printing, covering most aspects of digital print production. Led again by Dr. Abhay Sharma, the 2009 Forum will include even wider testing criteria. To participate in the forum planning process, email Steve Bonoff, steve@ipa.org.

2009 IPA Business Development Conference
Theme Announced This year's conference theme again focuses on the client's perspective: Earning the work: How to engage your client, Adjust your sales strategy, And win more contracts. Conference highlights include a keynote by leading industry economist at DuPont, Robert Fry,on the volatile economy and its implications on graphics solutions providers today. The conference will also include client panel discussions, the role of print production managers and how they fit into the client's operation; and tightening the order-to-cash process. Back by popular demand: a special session with Patrick Morrissey on Solution Selling! Look for more details and registration next month. Please contact Molly Illes if you have questions.

Do You Have an IPA Profile?
IPA's new website is live! Members are encouraged to create a login and password and give brief demographic info so that IPA can better target communications and reduce the number of emails sent. With features such as new the Sustainability Resource Center, interactive committee webpages, web-based Solution Selling program and enhanced interactive opportunities, IPA continues as an informational and educational leader for the graphic communications industry! Create or update your IPA profile now >>

Special Solution Selling Live Event
Register for face time with Patrick Morrissey! The web-based conference call will be your opportunity to ask Patrick questions and get real-world answers! Patrick will review solution selling case studies, problems and questions and give expert advice on issues such as gaining access to key people, listening to understand your client, how to develop your value proposition including your company's strengths and limitations and more. This free event takes place on Tuesday, September 23 at 11 A.M. Eastern. Register Now >>

IPA Forms Alliance with Australian Assn
IPA and Graphic Arts Services Association of Australia (GASAA) have formed a formal alliance providing for reciprocal membership status to their respective member companies. GASAA is an association for companies in Australia and New Zealand that provide creative, multimedia, prepress, and data and print management services. The cooperative relationship will give members of both associations access to password-protected areas of their respective websites as well as allow them to receive all associated membership discounts and benefits. Visit GASAA's website >>

IPA Mourns Passing of Doug Brazell
It is with deep sadness we report the death of Douglas Brazell. Prior to his retirement, he was president and CEO of American Color, the company he founded in 1975 and during his tenure turned into one of the largest premedia companies in the country. Doug passed away July 30 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was 74. With the passing of Doug Brazell, IPA lost a good friend and dedicated supporter. He served as a member of the IPA Board of Directors, chairman of the Management Committee and as a member of several other IPA committees. A visionary, Doug brought valuable insight to IPA, encouraging the board and staff to think outside the proverbial box.IPA extends its sympathy to Doug’s wife, Sue; sons, Bryan Brazell, Stanley Brazell and Dennis Dickerson; daughters, Alayne Jurgens, Tami Sullivan and Shelley Cates; and 11 grandchildren.

IPA Leaders Luncheon Oct. 26 at Graph Expo
Mark your calendar and plan to attend the second annual IPA Leaders Luncheon on Sunday, Oct 26, 11:30 - 1:30 p.m., McCormick Place, Chicago. Listen to industry leaders talk about their challenges and successes. This special event with free lunch is open to everyone. Contact Molly Illes with questions.

Welcome New IPA Member
Colors, Process & Workflows
Olivier Laignel, Consultant
Lyon, France

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Upcoming Events

Environmental Sustainability in the Premedia Arena: IPA Webinar Series

Global Initiatives: Becoming Certifiably Green
Wednesday, Sept 10, 2008
1:00 p.m. Eastern

Benchmarking & The Legislative Front
Wednesday, Sept 24, 2008
1:00 p.m. Eastern

Solution Selling Live Event
with Patrick Morrissey
Sept 23, 2008
11 A.M. Eastern

Graph Expo
October 26-29, 2008
McCormick Place, Chicago

IPA Premedia Leaders Luncheon
at Graph Expo
McCormick Place, Chicago
Sunday, Oct 26, 2008
11:30 - 1:30 p.m.

2009 IPA Business Development Conference
January 29 & 30, 2009
Marriott McDowell Mountain
Scottsdale, Arizona

January 28, 2009
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Golf Tournament

2009 IPA Technical Conference
June 8 - 10, 2008
Intercontentinental Hotel, Rosemont, Illinois

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