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Congratulations are definitely in order
It’s very rare that we feature an individual on our front cover.
However, this month we’re so happy to chronicle 35-year
print industry veteran Scott Crosby’s rise to prominence to
become Chairman of the Board of one of the most powerful
and influential printing organizations in North America – the
Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA). At 62, he’d
be the first to admit that his remarkable journey from an
Equipment Buyer for Dominion Stores in Toronto, to his current
position, was both surprising and unanticipated.
Crosby is one of three Canadians who’ve made a huge impact
with major printing organizations south of the border. For
example, Michael Makin, who was born and raised in Montreal,
is currently President and CEO of the Printing Industries of
America (PIA). He was appointed in 2002. Plus, Toronto-born
Jeff Ekstein, President and CEO of Willow Printing Group of
Concord, Ontario, served as PIA Chairman from 2013 to 2014
– in addition to being heavily involved in key Canadian printing
associations for many years.
Transcontinental, was himself appointed into the Order of
Canada in 2007. Her career has also been marked by several
professional and philanthropic achievements, including the
advancement of women into business leadership roles.
Finally, this month’s issue definitely has plenty of variety –
from a fascinating look at the latest advances in connected
packaging by Andrew Wong, to a review of the enduring
power of direct mail by Olivia Parker, to a glimpse of customer
experience expectations in today’s digital world by Joanne
Gore. There’s even a feature on one of the most prevalent
(yet least discussed) problems facing companies today –
cellphone use in the workplace – by Diana Varma. Plus,
government funding specialist Bonny Koabel reveals a
government grant program that will fund up to 75% of your
participation in international trade events! That sounds like
another must read to me.
As always, stay positive and stay focused.
I’d also like to congratulate TC Transcontinental’s Isabelle
Marcoux, Chair of its Board of Directors, who was recently
appointed a Member of the Order of Canada. This is the
second generation of the Marcoux family to receive this
coveted honour. Her father Rémi, founder of TC
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