Rochester, NY - October 10, 2006 - PODi, the Digital Printing Initiative, announces that sponsorships are rapidly selling out for the 2007 Application Forum February 12-14 in Anaheim, CA. Gold Sponsors are already sold out, with commitments by Adobe Systems; Hewlett-Packard; Quark; Xeikon, A Punch Graphix Brand; and Xerox. Only a limited number of spots remain for silver and bronze sponsorships, and these are also expected to sell out quickly. Current Silver Sponsors include Document Sciences, EFI, Kodak, Printable Technologies, PrintSoft, Ricoh, Pitney Bowes Group 1 Software and Pitney Bowes Emtex Software. "The Application Forum focuses on issues of the greatest importance to today“s printing professionals, so it's a highly valued opportunity for attendees and vendors alike. All our sponsors are committed to helping develop and promote the digital print marketplace, and the Application Forum gives them a chance to contribute in a very meaningful way," said Rab Govil, President and CEO of PODi. Gold Sponsors will host breakfast presentations daily during the Forum. Xerox leads off on February 12, followed by Adobe and Xeikon - A Punch Graphix Brand, on February 13, then Quark and Hewlett-Packard on February 14. These presentations let attendees learn about the industry“s latest products, services and other announcements in an informal setting that encourages networking. Another networking opportunity happens on February 12 when Kodak sponsors the PODi Members Reception from 4:30 to 6 pm. As part of their sponsorship packages, vendors have display tabletop exhibits to demonstrate products; capture valuable user feedback; and build lasting relationships with representatives from print service providers, marketing agencies and major hardware and software vendors. Attendees can visit the exhibit area during meals, breaks and the vendor fair reception on February 12th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Convenient online registration is now open for the highly anticipated 2007 Application Forum. Tracks include Advanced Business Strategies, Corporate Marketing and Operations. For more information about the Application Forum, registration, sponsorship opportunities, and more, visit www.podiforum.org.