Upcoming PIM Events & Webinars: - Printing Industry Midwest

Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) provides a multitude of opportunities for you to network with other printing industry professionals, update skills and keep up to date on trends in our industry. Scroll down the page to find more events, webinars and training opportunities PIM members can participate in. Interested in PIM sponsorships, click here.

PIM’s 70th Anniversary Donation Drive

Proudly Serving The Print Industry Since 1956

This year marks 70 years of serving, advocating for, and strengthening the print industry. As we celebrate this anniversary, we invite you to be part of our legacy by making a financial contribution to Printing Industry Midwest (PIM). Your donation helps ensure we can continue to provide valuable programs, industry resources, and events that support the future of print for generations to come. Thank you for being part of PIM’s past, present, and future. Click here to donate.

November 2026

PIM Iowa Coffee Corner – Iowa City

November 17, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Starbucks, Iowa City, IA

In-Person Event – Join PIM Executive Director, Kristin Pilling-Davis, for a cup of coffee (first drink on us) at Starbucks to meet with members and those interested in learning more about the association. Stop in to catch up, discuss industry trends, employee retention, and so many other topics. Kris will be available between 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Click Here.

PIM Iowa Coffee Corner – Des Moines

November 18, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Starbucks, Des Moines, IA

PIM Iowa Coffee Corner – Cedar Rapids

November 19, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Starbucks, Cedar Rapids, IA

December 2026

PIM Education Foundation Mingle Jingle

December 8, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Forgotten Star Brewing, Fridley, MN

In-Person Event – Mix and mingle with fellow professionals while you enjoy complimentary beverages and dinner. Bring a colleague, friend, or significant other to mix, mingle, and jingle with the PIM Education Foundation and the print industry and help meet our goals of raising $30,000 to grow the number of scholarships we can provide each year. The proceeds from our Silent Auction and games will directly benefit the PIM Education Foundation. Click Here.

January 2027

PIM Virtual Workshop: Powered Industrial Truck Train the Trainer

January 21, 2027 from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM (CST) an Online-Only Workshop

Online-Only Workshop – This workshop helps participants develop the knowledge and skills needed to train employees on safe powered industrial truck operation and support workplace safety compliance. This virtual workshop covers OSHA training requirements, operator performance criteria, workplace hazards, and when employee re-evaluations are needed. Participants will leave better prepared to train and evaluate their company’s operators in accordance with OSHA standards. Click Here.

February 2027

2027 PIM Star Awards Call For Entries Deadline

February 3, 2027 at 12:00 PM (CST) at PIM’s Office, Bloomington, MN and/or Online Form

Deadline For Call For Entries– Whether you are looking to showcase your company’s finest printed work or recognize a standout team member, the Star Awards are your opportunity to shine. This is more than an awards program, it is a platform to tell your story, honor craftsmanship, and inspire excellence. On February 3rd at noon, print entries are due to PIM’s Office and online nomination forms must be submitted. You can submit projects and nomination before the deadline. Click Here.

Upcoming Member Events:

December 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM & December 3, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at EO Johnson Customer Experience Center, Eau Claire, WI

In-Person Event – Join EO Johnson Business Technologies to see production print and finishing equipment, workflow software, and mailing inserters running live, with manufacturer experts on the floor to answer your questions. Don’t miss the bonus inkjet showcase, featuring a live virtual session with Ricoh’s continuous feed specialists and the new Kyocera TASKalfa Pro 15000c running in person. Enjoy happy hour on December 2, breakfast and lunch on December 3, and a chance to win a Solo Stove Chiminea. Learn More & Register, Click Here.

PIM Training Partners:

Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) has partnered with the companies to offer our members different in-person and online educational classes. Some companies offer PIM member only discounts. View the list of companies below we have partnered with.

Easel Training has become a leader in providing consulting and training in the eLearning, web, and creative markets, as well as a reseller of the Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional web conferencing and training solution.

Mailers Hub, the commercial mailing industry’s leading experts, will provide our members free access to mail and postal-related news, analysis, consulting, and education. PIM Members may subscribe at a 20% discount to receive all Mailers Hub benefits, choose APAN Subscriber, Subscription Levels.

Marketing Services: PIM has engaged with a nationally known marketing service provider, Bubble & Hatch, with proven experience supporting the business development and integrated marketing needs of today’s print and graphic communications companies.

New Horizons is the world’s largest independent training company, helping to inspire students and companies to become more productive and successful in their daily activities.

PIM Operations Improvement Service: PIM partnered with StrateX, a nationwide service provider for over 35 years, to work with our members to improve their delivery performance, cash flow, flexibility, and confidence.

PIM DE&I Accreditation Program: This voluntary program is designed to create foundational changes in the recruiting, hiring, and training practices of our industry.

PIM Safety & Environmental Training: Tailored to your company’s needs and is accommodating to your company’s production schedules.

PIM University: On-demand industry training webinars is a no-cost benefit for PIM Members. This training is ideal for onboarding new hires and continuing education for current employees.

The Sale Vault by Bill Farquharson. A resource for sales people and selling owners in the Graphic Arts featuring live events, such as workshops and peer to peer discussions, downloadable sales tools such as prospecting letters and voicemail scripts and archived training content. As a PIM member, you receive a discounted monthly rate of $40/participant.

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