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Greetings! Weekly eLetter
The Latest Industry News, Advice & Tips! |
October 20, 2008 I Volume 4, Edition 34
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Note from Suzanne |
Print Oasis 2009 Print Buyers Conference Fees
We have received many calls from members inquiring about our fees in order to budget for our upcoming annual educational conference to be held at the beautiful JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona on May 17 - 19, 2009.
We are pleased to announce that our fees have not increased. Registration includes the three-day conference with over 30 educational sessions, peer-to-peer meetings, Expo, special networking events, opening gala and many meals. The full conference registration fee is $699 early-bird rate up to February 28, 2009; $799 thereafter. PCPI members will receive a $100 discount off their registration and will be invited to use the VIP lounge at the conference. To become a PCPI member, sign up at www.pcpi.org.
Just added for 2009!
If you cannot make the full conference, we will have a Day Rate available and have added a new Spouse Rate which includes access to our special events and an Exhibit Hall pass. More than one person attending? You can save money by receiving a $50 discount on each attendee when you register more than one person from the same company at the same time and our Expo is FREE! Our online registration will be opening up on our website soon. Please check out www.printoasis.com for additional conference information. Have a lovely week!
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PCPI is the premier association dedicated to print buyers.
Visit www.pcpi.org to learn how you can immediately benefit from our educational and peer-to-peer information sharing services.
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Tip of the Day |
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Monday
A Unique Website Service for Printers
Loading Cut-sheet Paper
Wednesday
USB 3.0 in 2010
Thursday
Open Source Software
Friday
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New Quick Poll - Vote Today |
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Do you use social networking sites such as Facebook, Linked In or YouTube for business connections?
Does your organization use social networking sites such as Facebook, Linked In or YouTube to attract more business?
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Suzanne's Blog |
Rising Costs Spur Diverse Reactions from Print Suppliers
With increased fuel prices and the current nature of our economy, both print buyers and suppliers alike are experiencing ramifications. In September, Print Buyers Online.com asked our major print buyer members "By what percentage has the prices of your print projects increased in 2008?"
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Sponsor Spotlight |
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Hartley Press is the color printing choice for sales materials, magazines, catalogs, publications, and other printed materials.
Strategically located in Jacksonville, on the coast near the Florida / Georgia border, Hartley Press is positioned for quick and economical deliveries to the entire southeast. We are also situated near a regional USPS Bulk Mail Center for efficient and low cost insertion of your mail products.
For 44 years, the Hartley name has been synonymous with outstanding service and quality printing. As a respected and trusted industry leader, we are dedicated to delivering dazzling color printing and the best in personal service for our clients.
You will benefit from our commitment to personal service combined with the latest in printing, binding and mailing technology.
Our teams of experienced professionals proactively deliver hassle-free production for you. Featured equipment includes high-end desktop computer services with Computer-To-Plate technology (CTP). pressroom capabilities combine full size 40-inch 2, 5, 6 and 8-color sheet fed Komori and Man Roland equipment, along with a full size heat set RotoMan web press for quality products delivered at incredible speeds. We offer complete finishing and mailing services in our modern production facility.
Call Hartley at 888-398-5141 for an immediate consultation on your next project.
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Job Listings |
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Denver, CO. Integrated Printing Solutions, Inc. (IPS) is experiencing considerable growth and seeks a Manager of Procurement. This position will report to executive management and will serve as the leader for the ongoing development and management of our print procurement process.
Direct Mail Specialist
Poulsbo, WA. Fast growing agency seeks a candidate who has 2+ years experience in print production, data services and postal codes for direct mail.
Director of Production
Sarasota Springs, NY. McMurry seeks individual to lead a team of professionals who are the backbone of its print procurement, prepress, and workflow processing.
Traffic Coordinator
Erickson Retirement Communities is looking for an outstanding Traffic Coordinator to work in our corporate in-house advertising department in Baltimore, MD.
Visit our Job Bank for more details or to learn how easy it is to list on our e-community!
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Cool Tools |
Put A Shine on Your Next Print Project - Intell's CoCure UV Coating Creative Guide
This handy, compact guide from Intelligencer Printing (Intell) gives you a firsthand look at the impact CoCure inks and UV coatings have on a variety of coated and uncoated stocks. http://www.printbuyersonline.com/content.asp?id=4307
How Green is Your Print Shop?
A new, free brochure from Xerox Corporation provides 10 Tips to Manage Your Print Facility More Efficiently for a "Greener" World!
This must-have kit from Concord Litho focuses on actionable information print buyers and designers should know when planning a green printing project.
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Notable Quotes |
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"A few days ago I walked along the edge of the lake and was treated to the crunch and rustle of leaves with each step I made. The acoustics of this season are different and all sounds, no matter how hushed, are as crisp as autumn air."
Eric Sloane
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About Print Buyers Online.com |
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Print Buyers Online.com provides free, quality education, solutions and resources to print buyers, production professionals, marketers and their suppliers. We encourage best practices and promote the exchange of information between buyers and suppliers in a non-sales environment.
In addition to providing valuable information, PBO is also a center to understand the needs and challenges of the print buying community. Our community supports a peaceable, profitable relationship between print buyers, printing companies, and all other industry suppliers.
Enjoy!
Suzanne Morgan
CEO & Founder
Print Buyers Online.com, Inc.
info@e-pbo.com
703-534-9305
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