Hamilton to Highlight Inkjet Disruption & Future of Print & Paper at Graph Expo

Jim Hamilton, Group Director of InfoTrends’ Production group, will be speaking at four events during GRAPH EXPO 14 (September 28 – October 1, 2014 at McCormick Place in Chicago).

• Is Inkjet Right for Your Organization? On Saturday, September 27, the day before the show opens, Hamilton will be presenting at the Imaging Network Group’s Fall Workshop event on the topic of “Is Inkjet right for your Organization?: Inkjet Technology and Trends for Direct Mail and Transactional Segments”. This customized presentation will be delivered to INg members who are looking into inkjet technology such as what are the hurdles and factors in considering when acquiring an ink jet press. Also on the INg agenda will be Matt Swain, Associate Director of InfoTrends, who will be addressing the topic of “Direct Mail and Transactional Industry Trends and Outlook”. Swain will provide the latest marketing research from InfoTrends on print trends, color, inkjet versus toner, mobile marketing, e-adoption trends, the future of digital mailboxes, what the big players are doing in direct mail and transactional offerings.

• Graph Expo Panel on the Future of the American Printer: Hamilton was also selected to be a part of GRAPH EXPO’s all-star thought leader panel in a featured keynote presentation moderated by Frank Romano on Sunday, September 28. This 90-minute session, entitled “The Future of the American Printer”, will update participants on the vital information they need to make informed decisions about how to best navigate their businesses in a changing economy and world.

• The Preference for Paper (Two Sides U.S. presentation): On Tuesday, September 30, Hamilton will lead a session at the Two Sides U.S. annual meeting focused on “The Preference for Paper”. Participants will learn about the market trends for paper preference supported by recent InfoTrends research on consumers’ media preferences for receiving bills, statements, and related documents. This research is based on surveys with more than 3,000 U.S. adult consumers (18 years and older).

• InfoTrends Graph Expo Client Breakfast: Mr. Hamilton will have a prominent role at InfoTrends’ GRAPH EXPO client breakfast on Monday morning September 29. He will be joined by other InfoTrends presenters including Jeff Hayes, Barb Pellow, and Kaspar Roos.

I'm honored to have the opportunity to present at a variety of venues during GRAPH EXPO,” commented Hamilton. “GRAPH EXPO attracts a diverse spectrum of participants, and I'm looking forward to sharing ideas with those attending.”

For more information regarding other events taking place during GRAPH EXPO 14 please visit: www.graphexpo.com.

About GRAPH EXPO 14
The tradeshow presents the latest graphic communications technologies in live equipment demonstrations across the show floor, plus education on the most in-demand products and newest profit-making opportunities. GRAPH EXPO 14 offers more than 70 interactive learning sessions and 60+ co-located events for attendees across 12 key market segments.

About Imaging Network Group
The Imaging Network Group is an established networking association created exclusively for the print and electronic service provider industry. The current membership is composed of companies from around the world involved in print to mail, electronic document delivery services and direct mail. Member companies annually produce, insert and process billions of printed pages, envelopes epayments and e-statements. INg provides forums conferences for networking and interaction on key issues and industry trends.

About Two Sides
Two Sides is an initiative by companies from the Graphic Communications Industry including forestry, pulp, paper, inks and chemicals, pre-press, press, finishing, publishing, printing, envelopes and postal operators. Our common goal is to promote the sustainability of the Graphics Communications Industry and dispel common environmental misconceptions by providing users with verifiable information on why Print and Paper is an attractive, practical and sustainable communications medium.

About InfoTrends
InfoTrends is the leading worldwide market research and strategic consulting firm for the imaging, document solutions, production print, and digital media industries. We provide insights and advice to help clients understand market trends, identify opportunities, and grow their business. Additional information about InfoTrends is available on the Web at www.infotrends.com.