PRINTING United Alliance, a comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, has announced its newly-appointed 2024-25 Board of Directors. The official appointment of the board took place in conjunction with PRINTING United Expo 2024, held in Las Vegas from September 10-12. Members of the Alliance’s board reflect the association’s ongoing commitment to innovation, growth, and the continued success of the print industry. Of particular note, women in industry leadership Brooke Hamilton, President and CEO, NPI; and Lane Hickey-Wiggins, President and CEO, Douglass Screen Printers Inc. dba DPRINT, have been appointed Board Chair and First Vice Chair, respectively.

The 2024-25 board members bring a wealth of experience and expertise from various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry. Their collective insights and leadership will be instrumental in guiding the Alliance’s strategic initiatives and ensuring that the organization remains at the forefront of industry advancements.

The 2024-25 Alliance Board of Directors are:

• Brooke Hamilton, Board Chair — President and CEO, NPI
• Lane Hickey-Wiggins, First Vice Chair — President and CEO, Douglass Screen Printers Inc. dba DPRINT
• Brian Hite, Second Vice Chair — Principal, Co-Founder, Image Options
• Roger Chamberlain, Treasurer — Assistant Vice President, Administrative Services and Facilities, The Cincinnati Insurance Company
• Brian Adam, Secretary — President, Olympus Group
• Dean DeMarco, Immediate Past Chair — Director of Operations, Middlestreet Graphics and Displays
• Scott Schinlever, Associate Vice Chair — COO, Global Inkjet Business, EFI
• Ford Bowers, Ex Officio — CEO, PRINTING United Alliance
• Mark Bailey, Director, Senior Manager, Channel Sales-Decorator and Digital Solutions, SanMar
• Jaime Herand, Director, Vice President of Graphic Operations, Orbus Exhibit and Display Group
• Eric Kahle, Director, Chief Revenue Officer, Visual Marking Systems Inc.
• Michael Magerl, Director, President, Trabon
• Timothy Saur, Director, Managing Director North America, Durst Image Technology US LLC (Durst North America)
• Elaine Scrima, Director, Vice President of Operations, GSP Companies
• Danny Sweem, Director, CEO, M&R Printing Equipment Inc.

“We are thrilled that these exceptional industry leaders have made the commitment to serve on the 2024-25 Alliance Board of Directors,” says Ford Bowers, CEO, PRINTING United Alliance. “Each of their diverse perspectives and knowledge continue to be invaluable as we navigate the evolving landscape of print. The Alliance is dedicated to supporting our members and driving the future of print, and these board members will play a key role in helping those goals be achieved. We are particularly proud to have two very notable women executives in our industry, Brooke Hamilton and Lane Hickey-Wiggins, serve as Chair and First Vice Chair this coming year.”

As the Alliance continues to expand its reach and influence, the Board of Directors plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s direction and ensuring it meets the needs of its diverse membership base and the needs of the printing industry as a whole. The 2024-25 board members will work alongside existing members to develop strategies that promote innovation, advocate for industry interests, and provide valuable resources and support to members and the industry.