As the senior brand manager of packaging and retail solutions at Neenah, Greg Maze has seen the evolution of paper trends as he has spent the better part of three decades with the 140-year-old paper company. Maze credits Neenah’s innovation and its mastery of papermaking to the company’s legacy. Today, the company has diversified its offerings, which Maze oversees, while … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Greg Maze
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Industry Influencer: Bruce Peterson
Bruce Peterson, president and CEO of Colter & Peterson, a leading distributor in paper cutters and paper handling systems, has been at the helm of the 86-year-old family company since 1978. "I basically grew up in the industry," said Peterson. "My grandfather founded the business in 1932, and my father worked alongside him. When I was old enough, I would start tagging … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Bruce Peterson
Industry Influencer: Thayer Long
Thayer Long, president of the Association for Print Technologies (formerly NPES), has more than 20 years of experience in leading several industry-sponsored organizations and associations through times of change and transformation, specifically in the construction, finance and electrical industries. With his background, Long now has the opportunity to serve as president of the … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Thayer Long
Industry Influencer: Deborah Corn
Founder and cultivator of Print Production Professionals, the largest print group on LinkedIn, Deborah Corn has more than 25 years of experience working in advertising and marketing. As the Principal, Chief Blogger and self-styled "Intergalactic Ambassador to the Printerverse™" for Print Media Centr, Corn is dedicated to bringing relevant and topical information and resources … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Deborah Corn
Industry Influencer: Sabine Lenz
Known as the "Paper Queen" to her colleagues, as the founder and CEO of PaperSpecs, Palo Alto, California, Sabine Lenz long ago embraced her love of print design and all it entails. A deep infatuation with paper even led her to learn how to make it while living in Australia, an opportunity she describes as "a messy, but very empowering and eye-opening experience." It is little … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Sabine Lenz
Industry Influencer: Trish Witkowski
Trish Witkowski has spent nearly 20 years researching the technical side of production folding and print finishing. An industry expert, Witkowski specializes in creative mail formats and engagement strategies for direct marketing, which allows her to help companies find solutions to meet - or exceed - marketing goals. With a background in design, Witkowski is uniquely … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Trish Witkowski
Industry Influencer: Hal Hinderliter
Having spent more than 35 years in the printing industry, Hal Hinderliter has experienced the ups and downs of an industry forced to evolve rapidly with the advent of the digital era. As such, Hinderliter - owner of Hal Hinderliter Consulting Services, Milwaukee, Wisconsin - has developed an expertise in digital prepress, market research, variable data and workflow management. … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Hal Hinderliter
Industry Influencer: Cindy Crouse
Cindy Crouse has spent decades working in the diecutting industry. Currently, she serves as the CEO of the International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking (IADD) providing executive management, substantive guidance, support and direction to the IADD leadership. Having grown up in the industry, Crouse brings many years of experience and insight to the world of dies, … [Read more...] about Industry Influencer: Cindy Crouse
Print Influencer: Alan Rosenspan
Alan Rosenspan serves as president of Alan Rosenspan & Associates, a direct marketing creative and consulting firm based in Sharon, Massachusetts. Having developed the Creative Strategy course for the Direct Marketing Association and served as a direct marketing instructor at Bentley University, Rosenspan brings years of experience to the world of direct mailing. At a time … [Read more...] about Print Influencer: Alan Rosenspan
Print Influencer: Mary Beth Smith
Mary Beth Smith started Girls Who Print in 2009 as an online sorority for women in the industry looking to connect and share their experiences. While industry veteran Mary Beth Smith is currently vice president of sales and marketing for AlphaGraphics, Dallas, Texas, her founding of "Girls Who Print" put her on the international stage in the industry. In addition to blogging … [Read more...] about Print Influencer: Mary Beth Smith