Thursday, January 3, 2013
IPMA 2012 
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IPMA 2013
 June 2-6
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San Francisco was originally called Yearba Buena, a Spanish name meaning "good herb" or "good grass." San Francisco is also known as "The City that Knows How." See why.  

 

Don't forget February 1 is the absolute final deadline to save $200 with an Early Bird Registration.

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 President

Anthony Seaman, CGCM 

 
President Elect
Rob Lingard, CMM 
 
Past President
John Sarantakos, CGCM 
 
Secretary/Treasurer
Larry Wright, CGCM 

Vendor Relations Representative
Debbie Pavletich, CGCM 

Member Relations Representative
Richard Silver
Hundreds of Valuable Resources Available in 2013       
Resources Check out IPMA's Member-Only Resource Page, filled with helpful resources: 
  • On-Demand, 1 Hour Webinars chock full of valuable advice   
  • Resource Materials such as RFPs, continuity/recovery plans, performance standards, customer satisfaction surveys, copyright info, how to calculate budgeted hourly rates, quality plans, cost analysis forms, right of first refusal, sample in-plant brochures and much more. 
  • Past IPMAServ Discussions
  • Article Archives on success strategies that have worked for others and can work for you too     
  • Plus, if you need data on a specific topic, IPMA can conduct a Flash Survey to help you gather information on trends.  

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29 Days to Submit Your In-Print Entries 
You Could Be a Big Winner this Year!      
Entry deadline: January 31  BOS TrophyDon't wait until the last minute to submit your best print pieces produced between January 1 and December 31, 2012, in the In-Print Contest, the only print competition exclusively for in-plants, co-sponsored by IPMA and In-Plant Graphics.
Categories for shops of all sizes and categories!

View submission guidelines  

Entries are managed on-line only. Your first three entries are free for IPMA members; additional entries are $30 each.

You must use the on-line form to register your entries.
Start 2013 Right! Learn How to Increase Profitability
Register for Upcoming Webinar       
Greg Lindsey
Don't miss this special information packed webinar exclusively for in-plants, sponsored by Ricoh, on Wednesday, January 9 and see how a workflow automation system can:
  • Streamline your operation
  • Reduce costs
  • Provide valuable data to win MORE business
  • Deliver quality customer service!Ricoh

Our presenter, Ricoh's Production Marketing Manager Greg Lindsey has been involved in the production printing environment for over 30 years with expertise in the development and implementation of success strategies for in-plants. 

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Register by Feb. 1 to Lock in the Early Bird Savings
All-Inclusive $1550 Conference Value for Just $995 

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Join us June 2-6  IPMA's 2013 Conference!

4 Days of Educational Sessions and Panels
*  Cha-Ching! Innovative Ways to Build New Revenue Sources
*  How to Create Your Own Performance Metrics & Pricing Strategies
* The Consultant Said What? Creation of a 5-year Copier/Printer Plan
*  How to Successfully Replace Print Products with Digital Services
*  Creating Partnerships through Custom Web Solutions
*  10 Simple Steps for Building a Successful, Productive Team
*  Creating Partnerships through Custom Web Solutions
*  How to Green Up Your In-Plant & Uncover the Hidden Savings
*  The Wildly Successful LEAN Approach to Processing Mail
*  How to Build Rock Solid Interdepartmental Relations
*  Is High Speed Inkjet Printing a Viable Next Step for Your Shop?
*  Mail Vision 2015: Get a Glimpse of the Average Mail Shop in 2015
*  How to Deliver Exceptional Customer Service
*  Email to Web Submission: A Journey Down the Information Highway
*  Expand Your Market with Multiple Levels of Digital Color
*  How to Weave Your In-Plant into the Fabric of Your Organization

Plus 3 outstanding keynote speakers, 4 nights  hotel accommodations, meals and breaks, 5,000+ sq. ft. of exhibits, annual Awards Banquet & Reception, panels and roundtables, pre-conference photography workshop, fabulous night outing, real world solutions, unlimited networking. Plus you can even gain certification at conference! 
Must Register by Feb. 1 to enjoy $995 Pricing!  
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You can also register at www.ipma.org  
Make 2013 the Year You Achieve Certification        
Validate your expertise in the eyes of management, your customers and U.S. Testing Sitescolleagues by gaining certification as a Graphic Communications Manager (CGCM) or Mail Manager (CMM).

The exams, recently updated for on-line testing, are offered at 312 testing sites around the country. Plus new study guides are available to help you prepare with confidence. Take the exam at IPMA's 2013 Conference and avoid facility/sitting fees!
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