The 2017 BPIF Members’ Day highlighted the renewed positivity in print and called on the Government to support the UK printing industry.
Held at the BPIF’s new London home, St Bride Foundation on 4 July, the Members’ Day began with a conference on digital and social media from digital media consultant David Taylor encouraging attendees to meet the needs of their digitally savvy customers.
In the 9th Annual General Meeting that followed, chaired by new president Darren Coxon, the BPIF’s lobbying document “Priorities for Print” was launched. Calling on the Government to support the UK printing industry’s productivity, profitability and promotion, the brochure was produced from BPIF members contributing their business experiences.
AGM attendees then moved on to the All-Party Parliamentary Print Group reception at the House of Lords hosted by Lord O’Neill of Clackmannan and Stephen Metcalfe MP with over 20 MPs and Peers in attendance.
Charles Jarrold, CEO BPIF and Tony Burke, Assistant General Secretary of Unite, both addressed the audience and awards were presented to Chris Smith, Halstan (Outstanding Contribution to the UK Printing Industry), Louise Hope (Kathy Woodward Award for Learning, sponsored by Webmart) and Lauren Sharples (Victor Watson Trophy for a young person of outstanding achievement), with Josh Levitt-Thomas being Highly Commended.
‘It was excellent to see BPIF members discussing their key business priorities with MP’s and Peers, while celebrating all that is great in our industry,’ commented Mr Jarrold. ‘It was a brilliant day with some well deserving recipients, both young and old receiving recognition for their efforts within our industry.’
