The 2025 PIAS Annual Convention will be held June 8 – 11, 2025 at the Signia by Hilton hotel in Orlando, FL.

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This years Speaker Lineup includes:

Jeff Butler

“Leading in Times of Uncertainty”
In this program, Jeff Butler reveals the roadmap that various organization have used to maximize their employees leadership abilities to stay ahead in uncertainty. More specifically, how to create a team where leadership is encouraged and a growth mindset is instilled in order to handle changing times. Some strategies are commonplace like instantiating strong management systems, but others require obscure leader tactics to truly understand how the mind works in order to unlock their employee’s potential.

Susan Caldwell, GMG EnviroSafe

“Navigating OSHA Inspections: Understanding Expectations and Rights”
This seminar is designed to provide a comprehensive guide to OSHA Inspections. Whether you’re an employer or an employee, understanding what to expect during an inspection, what you need to provide, and your rights can significantly impact your workplace’s safety culture and compliance.

Bill Farquharson, Sales Vault

“The New/Old Rules of Prospecting”
Five years ago, we were all in lockdown. When the “all clear” signal was finally given, COVID fast-tracked a number of customer trends which were already in progress. Among them, the hybrid worker. While that is great for America’s workforce, it made prospecting for new business that much harder. The #1 challenge our sales people face is connecting with customers. Let’s solve that issue. In this session, you will learn the new rules, how to fight using new tools, and be surprised at how much of it isn’t new at all. It just applying the fundamentals of sales differently.

Joe Polanco, New Direction Partners

“Are You Buying or Are You Selling”
In this Early Bird Session, Joe Polanco with New Direction Partners, will give you an insider’s perspective of buying, or selling, a printing business.  In this fast-moving session, he’ll discuss the dynamics of the M&A market in our industry, along with outlining the steps involved with acquiring or selling a business –  from looking for a candidate thru closing the deal. Who Should Attend: CEOs, CFOs and company owners.

“Measuring Performance — Maximizing Your Financial Statement”
A company’s P&L is the core of measuring its performance.  Yet, many companies’ statements have been designed by an accountant and don’t always provide the right kind of information for maximizing your company’s performance. In this presentation, Joe Polanco with New Direction Partners, will share his years of experience with working with dozens of print providers. He’ll outline how to best design financial statements which provide key metrics to a company’s stakeholders.  Who Should Attend: CEOs, CFOs, as well as other key executives.

Stephen Price, Jackson Lewis

“Labor & Employment Law Update”
Stay ahead of the curve with this essential session covering the latest updates in labor and employment law. As workplace regulations evolve rapidly, employers must stay informed to ensure compliance and avoid costly legal pitfalls. This session will provide an in-depth analysis of recent legislative changes, court rulings, and regulatory updates that impact the workforce. Through real-world examples and expert insights, this session will equip HR professionals, business leaders, and legal advisors with the knowledge they need to navigate these shifts confidently.

Joe Trybula, Printers 401k / Diversified Financial Advisors

“Economic Update”
In this session, we’ll explore the latest trends shaping the global economy as we move further into 2025. With rising inflation, shifting global trade dynamics, and the ongoing impacts of technological advancements, businesses, governments and individuals must adapt to an ever-changing landscape. We will break down key economic indicators, including market volatility, employment trends, supply chain disruptions, and the evolving role of digital currencies and automation.