Podcasts From The Printerverse

Robert McClements joins Deborah Corn to discuss the story behind Operation Gisela: Echoes of a Sacrifice, how the project came together, and how print preserves memories, inspires connection, and leaves a lasting impact.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Operation Gisela: Echoes of a Sacrifice Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2KR3uj1gk4

Operation Gisela Pictures: https://podcastsfromtheprinterverse.com/operation-gisela-pictures/

Robert McClements: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-mcclements-87b3b92/

Jon Bailey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-bailey-379a354/

Precision Proco: https://precisionproco.co.uk

Omega Signs: https://omega-signs.co.uk/

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

David Drucker, Noel Tocci, and Deborah Corn discuss how print creates emotional connections, how thoughtful design choices help tell compelling stories, underused colors that have an emotional impact, and how designers can create unique and memorable experiences through print.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Rodney Smith: https://rodneysmith.com/

The End: https://rodneysmith.com/theend/

David Drucker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-drucker-b1b5946/

highresolution printing and packaging: https://high-res.com

Noel Tocci on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noeltocci/

Tocci Made: https://toccimade.com/

Deborah Corn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

In this episode of UKvUSA, Deborah Corn and Matthew Parker discuss the customer value of speed and efficiency, self-service versus one-on-one conversation, showcasing print options to educate buyers, and why confidence is the cornerstone of customer loyalty. This conversation gets heated! Whose side are you on?

Mentioned in This Episode:

Matthew Parker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/profitableprintrelationships/

Profitable Print Relationships: https://profitableprintrelationships.com

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

Jamie McLennan, Will Crabtree, and Deborah Corn discuss the impact of tariffs and trade wars on the print industry, the vulnerabilities in their supply chains, proactive steps to protect margins, and how lessons from COVID can be a guide for preempting potential disaster.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Labelexpo: https://www.labelexpo-europe.com/

Jamie McLennan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamieprints

DMR Graphics: www.dmr-graphics.com/

Innvoke: https://innvoke.com/

Will Crabtree: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willtheprinter/

Tampa Media: https://tampa.media/

AutoPrint: https://autoprint-software.com/

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

Daniel Erni, CEO of Hunkeler AG, joins Deborah Corn to discuss Hunkeler Innovationdays, shifting technology trends, the growing emphasis on industry partnerships, investing in the next generation of print professionals, and CONNECTION!

Mentioned in This Episode:

Daniel Erni: https://linkedin.com/in/daniel-erni/

Hunkeler AG: https://hunkeler.ch/en/home/

Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025: https://innovationdays.com/

Hunkeler Starbook Plowfolder: https://hunkeler.ch/loesungen/starbook-plowfolder-buchloesung/

DOXNET: https://www.doxnet.de/

Standard Finishing Systems: https://www.sdmc.com/

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

In this episode of UKvUSA, Deborah Corn and Matthew Parker discuss overused, outdated, or misleading terms in the print industry that should be retired in 2025, why these terms no longer serve the print industry effectively, and how clearer, customer-focused communication can help printers stay relevant and competitive.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Eddy Hagen: https://www.insights4print.ceo/

How To Stop Print Buyers Choosing On Price: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/how-to-stop-print-buyers-choosing-on-price-us/

Young People In Print (YPIP): https://www.ypip.co.uk/

Matthew Parker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/profitableprintrelationships/

Profitable Print Relationships: https://profitableprintrelationships.com

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

David Drucker, Noel Tocci, and Deborah Corn discuss their most innovative print projects, design-partner trust, practical advice for enhancing print design through collaboration, exploring new techniques and materials, attending industry events, leveraging partnerships to create impactful print products in 2025, and printed projects on their bucket list.

Mentioned in This Episode:

drupa: https://www.drupa.com/

ISA International Sign Expo: https://signexpo.org/

David Drucker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-drucker-b1b5946/

highresolution printing and packaging: https://high-res.com

Noel Tocci on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noeltocci/

Tocci Made: https://toccimade.com/

Deborah Corn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

Lori Anderson, President and CEO of the International Sign Association, joins Deborah Corn to discuss her transformative industry leadership, what to expect from this year's upcoming Sign Expo, ISA's various workforce initiatives and advocacy work, and her outlook for 2025.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Lori Anderson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersonlorim/

ISA: https://signs.org/

ISA International Sign Expo 2025: http://www.signexpo.org/

Trade Association Executive of the Year: https://www.associationtrends.com/salute-to-association-excellence/2025-honorees/

Women Leading the Industry (WLI): https://signs.org/events/wli/

ISA Advocacy: https://signs.org/codes-regulations/

The Sign Research Foundation: https://signresearch.org/

The Wrap Experience @ ISA Sign Expo: https://signexpo.org/feature/the-wrap-experience/

The Link: ISA Install: https://signs.org/events/thelink/

EMC Brightness Level Recommendations: https://signs.org/codes-regulations/signcodehelp/emcs/emc-brightness-level-recommendations/

ISA Online Learning: https://signs.org/training/online/

ISA Sign Expo Education: https://signexpo.org/feature/learn/

ISA Elite: https://signs.org/about/isaelite/

Sign MFG Day: https://signs.org/events/mfgday/

National Association of Manufacturers: https://nam.org/

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

Dave Baldaro, Marketing Operations Manager and Chief Product Advocate at XMPie, joins Deborah Corn to discuss the nuance of customization and personalization in print, how XMPie empowers printers of all sizes to enhance customer engagement and profits, and we recap three case studies where printers incorporated data-driven marketing, workflow automation, and modular solutions to exponentially grow their businesses.

Mentioned in This Episode:

Dave Baldaro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbaldaro/?originalSubdomain=uk

Creating a Legacy for Pel Hughes Through Innovation and Resilience with Brian Hughes: https://podcastsfromtheprinterverse.com/creating-a-legacy-with-brian-hughes/

Full Service Solutions with Jay Mustafa, Thirst Creative: https://podcastsfromtheprinterverse.com/full-service-solutions-with-jay-mustafa-thirst-creative/

The Sweet Success of Team Jansen ProServices with Rolf Schlösse: https://podcastsfromtheprinterverse.com/the-sweet-success-of-team-jansen-proservices-with-rolf-schlosser/

Future of Personalization Demo: https://url.xmpie.com/2d4

XMPie: https://www.xmpie.com/

XMPie Events: https://www.xmpie.com/about-xmpie/events

XMPie Resource Library: https://www.xmpie.com/resource-library

XMPie VDP Software Page: https://www.xmpie.com/VDPSoftware

XMPie Newsletter Subscription: https://www.xmpie.com/newsletter-subscribe

Personalized Santa Letter: https://url.xmpie.com/6f31c3

Craig Bower: https://www.designthatrocks.com/

Rub That Rocks: https://www.rubthatrocks.com/

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net

In this episode of UKvUSA, Deborah Corn and Matthew Parker discuss trust and authenticity, simple sales strategies, preparing for environmental challenges, and navigating 2025 price increases effectively with customers.

Mentioned in This Episode:

How To Stop Print Buyers Choosing On Price: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/how-to-stop-print-buyers-choosing-on-price-us/

How to Succeed at Print Sales: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/online-training-resources/how-to-succeed-at-print-sales/

The 1% Change Plan: How to Increase Your Print Sales in 23 Minutes a Week: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/online-training-resources/how-to-improve-your-print-sales-the-1-change-plan-us/

Essential Print Sales Strategies: Easy Upsells: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/online-training-resources/easy-upsells/

Essential Print Sales Strategies: Lapsed Customers: https://profitableprintrelationships.com/online-training-resources/lapsed-customers/

PrinterChat: Dealing with Disaster and Recovery: https://podcastsfromtheprinterverse.com/printerchat-dealing-with-disaster-and-recovery/

Young People In Print (YPIP): https://www.ypip.co.uk/

Independent Print Industries Association (IPIA): https://ipia.org.uk/

2024 Trends in the Printing Industry: https://printmediacentr.com/2024-trends-in-the-printing-industry/

Matthew Parker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/profitableprintrelationships/

Profitable Print Relationships: https://profitableprintrelationships.com

Deborah Corn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcorn/

Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com

Partner with Print Media Centr: https://printmediacentr.com/partnerships/

Subscribe to News From The Printerverse: https://printmediacentr.com/subscribe-2

Project Peacock: https://ProjectPeacock.TV

Girls Who Print: https://girlswhoprint.net