Autumn Conference 2022

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IPIA
AUTUMN
CONFERENCE

Print in Balance - supporting people and our planet

Thursday 1st September - Manufacturing Technology Centre, Coventry

Why should you attend?

Ensuring that your organisation is ‘in balance’ when it comes to both sustainability and the well-being of your team is critical to ensure its long-term success – so come and be inspired.

There are many conferences focussing on driving success factors such as innovation, performance, productivity, efficiency, growth, and of course –  a major trend for businesses right now – sustainability. However, very few also focus on supporting the people implementing or managing those factors with strengthening their happiness and well-being at work. The most important asset your business has is its people, and if your human talent is thriving then your business will thrive. 

This Conference combines all these critical elements and will provide you with the tools and insights needed to affect positive change within your organisation.

Supported by an amazing array of industry technology developers and suppliers, the conference will also feature an Expo and Networking Hub – where delegates can learn about wider sector trends and advances, while building relationships with new business prospects.

The conference will look at two critical topics:

Sustainability

In the near future, ensuring your business is sustainable in all aspects of its operation will no longer be a choice.

New Government legislation, demand from end-users and sweeping cultural changes will ensure that your competitive edge will go hand in hand with your ability to demonstrate a range of sustainable working practices. Print in Balance will help guide you to make sustainable business decisions that not only protect our natural resources, but also make good business sense.

Well-being

The impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on working practices and business culture has resulted in a very significant shift in how team members view their work/life balance. What motivates and drives people in their working environment has also dramatically changed. Print in Balance will provide its delegates with insights into these critical areas and highlight how you can ensure that the well-being of your team is being maximised, increasing their happiness, health and creativity – thus reducing workplace stress and significantly increasing productivity.

Everything you need to know

Speakers

The IPIA has long been recognised for the quality and relevance of its speakers. Print in Balance will draw on the skills and insights of a range of both business and thought leaders, with details of their talks to be published in the coming weeks.

Marcus
Timson

FuturePrint

Take back control in a time of uncertainty
Well-being

Chloe Thompson

Harrison Scott Associates

Build a platform to attract top talent
well-being

John Conroy

Claremon

You need to see it, to be it
Sustainability

Andy Place

RPM Digital

A sustainable path to business growth
Sustainability

Marianne Steel and Neil Lovell

The Printing Charity

Why well-being matters
Well-Being

Tom
Charles (pictured) and Rob Pink

Sku Driver

Parting the sea of greenwash
Sustainability

Lawrence Green

Greens the Signmakers and Digital Print

Walking the walk
Sustainability

Location

Date

Thursday, September 1st,  2022

Where

Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC),
Ansty Park,
Coventry,
CV7 9JU

Tickets

  • IPIA & BAPC Members £66.00 inc VAT
  • Non-Members £95.00 inc VAT

Getting There

  • CAR – Click here to download the official “Getting there” guide.

  • TRAIN – The closest railway station to Ansty Park if you are travelling from the south, is Coventry.

    There is then a 15-minute taxi ride from Coventry Train Station.

    If you are coming from the north, Nuneaton is the closest station, again, there is approximately a 15-
    minute taxi ride from the station to the MTC.

  • PARKING – There is ample free parking at the MTC directly outside the building.

Dress Code

Business casual

Autumn Conference Agenda:

8.45 – Early Bird Networking/Breakfast rolls in the Expo
10.00 – Conference Session 1
11.00 – Tea, Coffee, pastries and networking in the Expo
11.30 – Conference Session 2
12.45 – Lunch and networking in the supplier Expo
14.00 – Conference Session 3
15.00 – Afternoon refreshments, cake and networking in the Expo
15.30 – Conference Session 4
16.00  – Networking drinks in the Expo
17:00 – Event ends
(All vegetarian, vegan and special dietary requirements will be catered for)

The IPIA would not be able to create events such as our Autumn Conference without the support of our amazing sponsor members. They are all dedicated to supporting the growth of the print industry in the UK and their contribution is invaluable. They also ensure that our events remain affordable and accessible – opening them up to a far wider spectrum of smaller businesses. Please find out more by clicking on the links below and we look forward to welcoming them at the Conference. 

IPIA
AUTUMN
CONFERENCE

Print in Balance - supporting people and our planet

Thursday 1st September - Manufacturing Technology Centre, Coventry

Make sure to read other items in: IPIA Bulletins or Industry News. Or watch video clips in the two hubs, Video Hub or Big Breakfast Video Hub.
The work of the IPIA to support the UK print industry would not be possible without our incredible sponsors:

Print Question Time

A view from the press

What are most significant technology and market trends affecting the print industry? Which sectors offer the best opportunities for diversification and growth? How can our industry develop a culture of selling its strengths beyond its own boundaries?

Our panel of experienced journalists and editors from across the trade media landscape will discuss and debate these and a number of critical questions live – taking questions from the audience – and providing their honest views, insights and analysis.

David Osgar

David Osgar
Print Monthly

David has worked for Print Monthly and SignLink for over three years writing news and features, attending events, and filming/editing video content about the print and signage industries.

In his time at the company the publications have seen dramatic changes through revamped videos, magazines, and websites. He always brings his interest in businesses and technology to his work across both titles.

Gareth Ward

Gareth Ward
Print Business

Gareth begin his journey in the print world as a trainee reporter in 1983 and made editor in 1989 at the age of 29.

He had spotted the gap in the market for a magazine that really examined the business side of printing, so in 2010, after a shotgun management buyout, he and his partner Debbie Ward set about creating their version of a modern business magazine for the rapidly changing printing industry. This is when Print Business really cemented itself as the bedrock magazine that puts printers first and foremost.

Richard Stuart-Turner

Richard Stuart-Turner
Printweek

Richard has been keeping his finger on the pulse of print for the last seven years, moving from reporter to senior reporter, and now news editor at Printweek.

With a passion for delving into what is driving change in the industry and providing detailed analysis of how the sector is evolving, Richard guides the news agenda for the largest media organisation in the print industry.

Jack Gocher

Jack Gocher
Eye on Display

Jack is a highly-respected member of the trade media community and has been supporting print titles for decades through his PR, content creation and marketing services.

With a specialism in large-format print, Jack founded Eye on Display to be a source of interesting and valuable information for printers, sign-makers, designers and anyone else involved with digital printing and display technology.

Simon Cooper – Solopress

The powerful blend of a trusting culture and data insights

Whilst Simon has spent the last 4.5 years running £36m turnover Solopress, during his career he’s set up a business from scratch as a one man band, as well as worked within the largest Ecommerce print organisation in the world (Cimpress).  

As such Simon’s insights and experience are relatable to people and businesses of all shapes and sizes and he will share with the audience the key cornerstones he believes are vital in creating a growing and profitable business.

When it comes to leadership there are two fundamental styles, command and control or trust and empowerment. Simon has experienced both during the course of his career, but has adopted the latter to great effect. What are the key tenets of this style? Why is it so powerful and can it be effective for everyone?

Having the insights necessary to truly understand where energy should be focussed in order to drive businesses towards their objectives is critical. Solopress have built a data warehouse to enable all of these insights, and Simon spends his time working with the team to improve performance in all areas. He will share openly the visualisation and understanding the data gives him over the business and key decisions that have emanated from this analysis.

About Simon…

Simon Cooper is an accomplished professional with almost 30 years’ experience in the print industry. He excels in optimising manufacturing processes and driving business growth through technology development, strategic marketing, and creativity. As the Managing Director of Solopress, he has led the company to become one of the largest online printers in the UK, known for exceptional quality and fast turnaround times.

With a strong background in leading companies such as Tradeprint, Exaprint, Pureprint Group, and Precision Printing Company, he possesses expertise in e-commerce, workflow automation and printing in all formats and for all verticals. Simon’s passion for developing high functioning teams has fuelled the success of the companies he has led in the dynamic print industry

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