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6 Out-of-This-World Product Ideas for the Technology Market
March 9, 2021 at 5:56 pm

The year is 2021 and, sadly, the Skypad apartments and robot housekeepers that the Jetsons promised us are not here. But that doesn’t mean technology has slowed down—quite the opposite. With just a quick voice command, we can play music, adjust lighting and reorder cat food. Amazing! The print and promo world has also made some cool contributions to the tech industry, so, distributors, keep up. Here are six options to consider for tech-savvy clients...

How An Unexpected Year Will Influence the One Ahead for the Packaging Sector
March 9, 2021 at 2:38 am

Very little about what the world went through in 2020, and continues to endure in 2021, can be considered normal, says David Luttenberger, global packaging director for market intelligence firm Mintel. But as the packaging industry looks ahead in 2021, with hopes that the end of the pandemic is in sight, the experiences that shaped the tumultuous past year will be beneficial in preparing...

From Problems to Prosperity With Marc Blumenthal
March 8, 2021 at 2:23 am

Marc Blumenthal is a serial entrepreneur who is committed to helping other entrepreneurs accelerate success through meaningful connections, investments and opportunities. Blumenthal discusses with host Greg Muzzillo how finding problems fuels the creation of business and wealth...

The Jumbo Roll Market Is Growing — Are You?
March 2, 2021 at 4:38 pm

A new administration brings change. And, for some, change leads to unease. That’s not the case for Steve Patton, president of HCF Inc., Hillsboro, Ohio. He knows that evolution is inevitable and believes adapting has played a central role in keeping the wheels of business in motion for the print world...

Growing Beyond Boundaries With Michael Siegal
March 2, 2021 at 2:11 am

Michael Siegal, chairman of the board for Olympic Steel, grew the company from $35 million to more than $1.6 billion in revenue. Siegal discusses with host Greg Muzzillo how, as captain of the ship, you cannot panic in the storm—you must be able to embrace change to continue to grow and be successful...

Executive Perspectives: Mardra Sikora of Pocket Folders Fast
March 2, 2021 at 5:11 pm

As part of Print+Promo Marketing’s ongoing feature, Executive Perspectives, we get to know leading professionals in the print and promotional industry. This month, we interviewed Mardra Sikora, CEO of Pocket Folders Fast, Omaha, Neb. Here, she explains how she’s setting the mood for 2021, advocates for personalized messaging and tactile effects, and explores where we go from here...