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Why the IRgA? Why Dallas?
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The IRgA's 81st Annual Convention and Trade Show will be held May 9-11 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, which is nearby the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and a short drive to downtown Dallas. If you're not currently registered to attend the industry's largest event of the year, here are a few reasons why you should click here to learn more and to register - TODAY! Please indicate source code EM3 when you register online.
- Awesome Education Program. You won't be disappointed in the level of quality in the breakout sessions or the expanded general sessions that feature a famous motivational duo in Dan and Fred Akers; Chief Economist of the AIA, Kermit Baker; and Roger Staubach, whose business career is perhaps even more impressive than his Hall of Fame football career. Click here for the education program.
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- Expanded Trade Show. The IRgA trade show continues to grow, as exhibitors are taking larger booths and more exhibitors are entering the show. Click here to see who's sponsoring and exhibiting.
- Pre-and Post Education. For those who are members of other industry groups, ARC will hold its Executive Conference just prior to the IRgA, and ReproMAX and RSA will hold meetings beginning Friday afternoon and concluding Saturday.
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Steve Bova, CAE
Executive Director |
With the quality level of the convention and trade show being the main attraction, the event could be held almost anywhere. So why Dallas?
- It's easy to get to. Dallas is centrally located, so the travel time is reduced compared to when the IRgA is held in the East or the West. Dallas is a major airline hub which means more direct flight options and potentially lower airfares (I just booked my trip for under $200 round trip). Click here to book your travel.
- If you liked the Gaylord Palms last year, chances are you'll like the Gaylord Texan even better! The theme at the Texan sets up for better networking opportunities at Texan Station, a huge sports bar, and at the Glass Cactus, a brand new nightclub on property. Also, there's a pool, jogging trail, spa, biking, boating, fishing and much more.
- Dallas is a world-class city. It's more than J.R. and Southfork Ranch. You probably won't have to leave the resort, but if you do, there's Historic Downtown Grapevine - a destination for wine, shopping, entertainment, dining, galleries and a complete selection of services. Downtown Dallas is less than 20 minutes away.
There are many resons to attend the IRgA Convention and Trade Show. Make your plans today, and I'll see you in May!
The IRgA welcomes your feedback through info@irga.com, or you may contact me directly at sbova@irga.com.
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Convention News
Trade Show 85% Full; Reserve Your Space Now
If you're an exhibitor, there is a limited time left to sign up for this year's trade show and to gain access to a digital printing industry cross-section that no other event provides. Don't delay, over 85% of the trade show space this year has already been sold! Exhibitor information, including some sponsorship opportunities, is still available on the IRgA website. Click here for more information on exhibit space and sponsorship. To view the PDF of the 2007 Exhibitor Prospectus, click here.
Friday Evening Closing Reception- A Fitting Conclusion...
With people from all industry groups gathered in one location, the IRgA has decided to continue its All-Industry Closing Reception Friday evening, May 11. Any industry member, so long as they have a badge for the IRgA or one of the affiliated meetings being held at the Gaylord Texan, is welcome to attend. If you can't make the IRgA on Thursday or Friday, we'd like to give you a taste of the IRgA so you'll join us the following year. The reception will be held 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, May 11. The event is designed to serve as a gathering place for those who will be going out for dinner and experiencing the Dallas nightlife later.
2007 Convention's New Wednesday Motivational Session
This year's Convention will feature a new Wednesday afternoon motivational session. If you are registered for the full convention, but will not be playing golf, still plan on arriving early on Wednesday to attend "The Best Way to Predict Your Company's Future Is to Invent It!" with Fred and Dan Akers of the Akers Performance Group. The session will be held from 2:30-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9th.
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Inside the IRgA
IRgA Member Benefit Feature-Convention & Trade Show Registration Discount
As a member of the IRgA, your company receives a special discount for staff to attend the IRgA Annual Convention & Trade Show. As an IRgA member, you receive $300 in savings on registration over non-members.
And, March is the month to take advantage of this discount! The early bird registration deadline for the IRgA 2007 Annual Convention & Trade Show is approaching on Friday, March 30th so be sure to secure your registration prior to that deadline to save an additional $100 off of the regular registration rate.
For registration details and options, including full convention, one day and two day rates, please click here.
If you are not a current IRgA member company, join or renew your membership to be able to register as an IRgA member in addition to the numerous member benefits that provide value to your company.
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2007 Mounting & Laminating Seminar Schedule Now Available; Registration Live Online
The IRgA, in conjunction with Drytac Corporation, will again be offering its Mounting & Laminating Training Seminars this year. The two-day program for equipment operators integrates theory with actual hands-on training, progressively providing the fundamentals of mounting and laminating technology and techniques. Day one covers foundational information, while day two concentrates on more advanced trouble shooting and special applications training. This year's schedule features a seminar in Canada. To see the 2007 seminar schedule and to register online, click here. For a PDF brochure and registration form available for download, click here.
IRgA 2007 Media Kit Available Online
The IRgA also has several advertising opportunities in various association publications, including REPRO REPORT, the IRgA News Digest, and the IRgA Membership Directory. The 2007 Media Kit features advertising opportunities, detailed editorial information, and submission material specifications. There is still time to secure your 2007 positions today! To request a copy of the 2007 Media Kit, click here.
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Industry News
eBlueprint Expands Akron, OH Office, Adds New Employees and Equipment
eBlueprint has expanded its Akron office and added new employees and equipment to service requirements of growing clientele throughout Summit, Stark, Medina and Portage counties in Ohio. The company has incorporated an additional 1,600 square feet of production space into its 1915 West Market Street office, thus increasing its total size to 4,350 square feet and has also added several new employees to streamline internal workflow processes as well as two new large-format color printers. "eBlueprint has grown its presence dramatically throughout Summit and surrounding counties in a very short period of time," said Andrew Ziegler, Chief Executive Officer of eBlueprint. "We established a presence in this market by attracting and servicing a very small customer base in 2002. But since then, word has gotten out about our in-house printing capabilities, our innovative Web site and a service culture that's second to none." For more information, visit www.eblueprint.com.
Roland Announces Expansion of Its Sales Force
Roland DGA Corporation expanded its sales force with the addition of three new members. Tony Miller has been named national accounts manager, responsible for serving the company's largest nationwide dealers and customers. Jim Day has been named regional sales manager for the Western region. Joe Garcia has been promoted to the newly created position of supplies & accessories customer service specialist. For more information, visit www.rolanddga.com.
Kyocera Mita Attains Status in Microsoft Partner Program
Kyocera Mita America Inc. has attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program with a competency in Information Worker Solutions, recognizing Kyocera's expertise and impact in the document imaging and management marketplace. As one of the requirements for attaining Gold Certified Partner status, Kyocera had to declare a Microsoft Competency. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner's capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry. For more information, visit www.kyoceramita.com/us.
Tim Sawyer Named VP of Marketing, Graphics, for xpedx
Tim Sawyer has been named vice president of marketing, graphics, for xpedx. He will be based out of the company's headquarters in Loveland, OH, and will report to Guy B. Belew, vice president of marketing, xpedx. "Tim has served the printing industry for his entire career. His knowledge of printing, graphics manufacturing, and distribution networks makes him uniquely qualified to create strategic growth opportunities for xpedx and our customers," Belew said. "Tim is well connected, respected by our suppliers, and brings a broad understanding of international business practices to xpedx." For more information, visit www.xpedx.com.
InteliCoat Technologies Unveils Redesigned Corporate Website
Joseph A. Lupone, President and CEO of InteliCoat Technologies, announced the launch of a newly designed corporate website. The new website features a simplified design and efficient navigational elements, which provide users with expanded information about InteliCoat's extensive product lines, technology and capabilities. The look and feel is more contemporary and user-friendly. For more information, visit www.intelicoat.com.
Ricoh Corporation Relocates New York City Technology Portal
Ricoh Corporation announced the opening of its newly relocated and expanded New York City Technology Portal during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Midtown Manhattan facility. Ricoh moved the portal to this new site at 144 East 44th Street. "Our Technology Portal provides a look into the printing and document management needs of today's businesses and allows Ricoh to effectively demonstrate the power of our products and solutions to the customer," said Susumu "Sam" Ichioka, chairman and CEO of Ricoh Corporation. "In this highly competitive industry, we understand the importance of open and ongoing communications and believe a working showroom such as this is vital to the success of both Ricoh's and our customer's business." For more information, visit www.ricoh-usa.com.
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Feature
Your Company's Real Value
By Brett Scully and Tina Lemanowicz
Since the onset of the information highway, consumers have had access to a vast array of resources that can aid them into pricing big-ticket items, such as residential property and even a new or used car.
When an owner is looking to sell his or her business, one of the more frustrating aspects is finding the right value for the firm. An easy method for calculating value is to use the "floor" price for a company in a method called "book value." Book value is basically the price of the firm if it were to shut its doors, sell all of its assets and relieve all liabilities as stated by the balance sheet. For example, a firm has $400,000 in accounts receivables, $50,000 in inventory, and $250,000 in fixed assets (such as print equipment and automobiles). If this same firm owes $75,000 in payables and another $125,000 to leasing companies and banks, the firm would have a "book value" of $500,000 (assets-liabilities). However, the only reason book value would be useful in valuing the firm in this situation is if the business had not realized a profit year in and year out. On the other hand, book value would be relevant for bank-related activities such as securing a loan.
However, if a firm realizes profits on a regular basis, selling at book value price would be understating its true worth. A firm has value from its "goodwill," or value above book value, because of its ability to make money.
Read the complete article in the March/April issue of REPRO REPORT.
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