In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jessica DeCola from GPA shares her journey and challenges in the printing industry, emphasizing the growing leadership roles for women. She discusses her role at GPA, focusing on sustainability initiatives and the complexities of the industry. The conversation delves into the human and cultural aspects of sustainability and the mental health mission of the LinkedIn group "Sheet for Brains." Personal stories highlight the importance of therapy, with tools like Talk It Out and meditation apps discussed. The episode also explores the connection between mental and physical health, work-life balance, and company policies supporting mental health, concluding with future aspirations for the "Sheet for Brains" community.

(0:00) Introduction of Jessica DeCola from GPA Papers

(0:54) Jessica's experience and challenges in the printing industry

(2:31) Women's increasing leadership roles in print

(2:48) Jessica's role at GPA: Sustainability initiatives and industry complexities

(6:00) Sustainability's human and cultural aspects

(10:19) The LinkedIn group "Sheet for Brains" and its mental health mission

(18:09) Personal stories and the importance of therapy in the print community

(26:32) Mental health tools: Talk It Out and Meditation apps

(33:07) Connecting mental and physical health; the importance of hobbies

(36:31) Supporting mental health through company policies

(41:25) Work-life balance and workplace flexibility strategies

(44:37) Future aspirations for the Sheet for Brains community