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2026-Star-Awards-Recap

70 Years of Industry Impact at 2026 Star Awards Banquet

PIM’s Annual Star Awards Banquet & Awards Ceremony Recap MINNEAPOLIS, MN — June 19, 2026 — Printing Industry Midwest (PIM), the nonprofit trade association representing the region’s premier print service providers, proudly welcomed 270 industry professionals to the 2026 Star Awards Banquet on June 18, 2026, recognizing the exceptional talent, innovation, and leadership shaping the […]


Pub and Research

Participate in the 2026 Wage + Benefits Survey – Survey Closes July 17, 2026

Survey is Open | Survey Closes July 17, 2026 | Click Here To Take Survey Contribute to the most valued industry employment report available! Gain invaluable insights to stay competitive in your local labor marketplace with the 2026 Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) Wage + Benefits Survey. The Wage + Benefits Survey is the most comprehensive […]


Advocacy

Know Your Print Industry – MN – 4.7.2026

Download PDF, Click Here. MINNESOTA Tax on Advertising Services – Update Last week we told you about a concerning bill that is working its way through the Minnesota legislature that could seriously harm printers and graphic communications businesses in the state. On March 25th, the bill was heard in the House Taxes Committee and laid […]


Advocacy

Know Your Print Industry – MN – 4.1.2026

Download PDF, Click Here. MINNESOTA Tax on Advertising Services A concerning bill is working its way through the Minnesota legislature that could seriously harm printers and graphic communications businesses in the state. The bill is HF 4343 and would expand the state-wide sales tax to include “advertising services.” This includes all digital and non-digital advertising […]


Advocacy

Know Your Print Industry – MN – 3.20.2026

Download PDF, Click Here. MINNESOTA Minnesota Chamber The results of the Minnesota Chamber’s PFML User Experience Survey have been released. Last Tuesday, the results were presented to the House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Committee. The Chamber reports that the survey results have generated awareness of the business perspective for PFML. Download PDF with results for more […]


Pub and Research

Have you checked your mailbox? PIM’s 2026 Buyers Guide is done

Printing Industry Midwest’s (PIM) 2026 Print Buyers Guide & Membership Directory was mailed out last week. Did you get a copy? If you did not or need more copies, please email Sadie Johnson via email at sadieh@pimw.org. A sincere thank you to the companies that advertised in this guide. We are proud to showcase our […]


Group Buying

Save More with PIM’s Group Buying Discounts

Did you know that one of the most valuable benefits of being a member of Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) is access to exclusive Group Buying Discounts? These programs are designed to help members reduce everyday business expenses while gaining access to trusted industry partners and services. Through the power of collective purchasing, PIM members can […]


PIMU

5 New Courses Posted on PIM University – Train On Your Schedule

On-demand Print Industry Training Webinars. A No-Cost Benefit for PIM Members. In today’s competitive print world, ongoing training is not just nice, it is essential. That is where PIM University comes in: the exclusive, no-cost, on-demand training library available to all Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) member. Whether you are onboarding new hires, refreshing current staff […]


Advocacy

Immigration Resources

Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) understands how difficult this time is for individuals, families, and workplaces as they navigate emotions and responsibilities. PIM remains committed to supporting our community. Here is a list of immigrant resources, along with employee wellness opportunities, to help provide support and guidance during this time. We encourage members to review these […]


January-2026-Cover

Cheers to 70 years – Links to January Cover Information

Over the summer, Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) held a cover contest for our annual Print Buyers Guide. All cover contest entries can be found in the January 2026 printed newsletter. PIM wanted to use one of the entries for our January newsletter cover. Kaylen Wieneke of Panther located in Sioux Fall, SD, design was picked […]