FSEA Launches NextGen Leaders Society

New young professional group aims to attract, connect and develop emerging talent in the print and embellishment industry.

The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) is proud to announce the formation of the NextGen Leaders Society, a new initiative designed to attract, engage and empower young professionals within the print and specialty effects industry.

Created in response to the growing need for fresh perspectives and long-term talent development, the NextGen Leaders Society will serve as a dedicated community for emerging leaders looking to build careers in print, foil, coatings, embossing, diecutting and other specialty embellishment technologies. The group will provide opportunities for networking, education, mentorship and leadership development while fostering deeper engagement with FSEA and the industry as a whole.

“The NextGen Leaders Society represents an important investment in the future of our industry,” said Bryce Poremba, Elite Print Finishing and chairman of the NextGen Leaders Society. “By creating a space specifically for young professionals, we are helping to ensure that innovation, collaboration and leadership continue to thrive within print and specialty effects for years to come.”

With the formation of the NextGen Leaders Society, an Executive Leadership Committee has been selected to help guide its initiatives. The committee includes:

Bryce Poremba (NextGen Chairman), vice president of sales – Elite Print Finishing 

Spencer Bruno (NextGen Vice Chair), product manager – Harris & Bruno International

Brooks Christman, operations supervisor (Hot Foil Stamp) – Hallmark Cards Inc.

Diego Guerrero, director of business development – Metal Magic & Liberty Foil

Ruby Porter, director of art – Tactive

Blake Peterson (FSEA Representative), sales director – FSEA and PostPress

More information on the NextGen Leaders Society and how to join will be available soon on the FSEA website at www.fsea.com. For questions, contact Jeff Peterson, FSEA executive director, at jeff@fsea.com or (785) 271-5816.

FedEx Advantage Program for FSEA Members

FedEx and UPS are raising their shipping rates by an average of 5.9% this year. With surcharges increasing as well, FSEA members will likely see total costs increase by closer to 10%. If members have not taken advantage of the exclusive FedEx discounts offered through FSEA, now is a great time to start. FSEA members can save 50% on expedited shipments and 30% on standard shipments by enrolling in this free benefit program. To enroll, visit www.fsea.com and click the Membership Benefit link under Membership on the navigation bar. The FedEx information includes a link to enroll.

This year, FSEA is committed to helping educate members on current savings programs like this and others, including the Grainger Savings Program and new discount programs available through Staples and CDW. Stay tuned for more details or visit www.fsea.com and click on Membership Benefits.

FSEA Welcomes New Members

Erredue 1973 srl, Cirimido, Italy – Commercial Printing/Cold Foil Transfer

Platinum Press, Inc., Fort Worth, Texas – Folding Cartons and Label Manufacturer

BCSI (Business Card Service, Inc.), Burnsville, Minnesota – Commercial Printing/Embellishments

Spectrum Packaging Corporation, Orlando, Florida – Folding Cartons/Specialty Printing

ShineMark Specialty Films, LLC, Cheonan-si, Korea – Specialty Films and Foils  

FSEA to Participate in PRINTING United Legislative Fly-In

Jeff Peterson, FSEA executive director, has been invited to join the PRINTING United Alliance Legislative Fly-In that will take place March 23-25, 2026 in Washington, DC. The annual invite-only government affairs event brings printing industry leaders together for a powerful program of public policy education, issue advocacy, interaction with members of Congress and networking events.

Attendees will have the unique opportunity to present policy issues that impact the printing and finishing industry to federally elected officials – representing the voice of the industry in Washington, DC through in-person meetings with decision makers on Capitol Hill. Attendees will also experience an incredible networking opportunity with industry leaders to discuss solutions to legislative and regulatory hurdles.

“Although FSEA is not an association centered on legislation and lobbying efforts, the Printing United Alliance Fly-In is a great opportunity to learn more about current legislation and how it is affecting our industry,” stated Peterson. “I appreciate the invite and opportunity provided by the Printing United Alliance.”

Ford Bowers, CEO, PRINTING United Alliance will be speaking on policy decisions on tariffs, trade, and regulation are directly affecting print businesses at the Print Embellishment Conference June 17-19, in Nashville. Bowers will address how initiatives like the Legislative Fly-In are giving printers a seat at the table.

FSEA Launches New FinisherFinder.com

FSEA has recently launched a new version of its FinisherFinder.com website, creating a more user-friendly experience for graphic arts professionals to find finishing, embellishment and bindery services as well as suppliers to the industry. The new site is divided into sections for Embellishments & Specialty Effects Services, Finishing/Binding Services, Suppliers (Components & Consumables) and Suppliers (Machinery). Visitors can select FSEA members from the chosen categories to find complete member details, including contact information, website and a full list of all the services the FSEA member offers.  

“We believe the new FinisherFinder.com will be much easier to navigate and help visitors easily find the embellishment/finishing services or suppliers they are looking for,” commented FSEA Executive Director, Jeff Peterson. “This is an excellent resource for all types of graphic arts professionals and a wonderful benefit for our FSEA members.”

To learn more and explore the new website, visit www.FinisherFinder.com. If you are not a current FSEA member and would like to be listed, please email jeff@fsea.com.