Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - The 2014 BIA Conference, presented by Printing Industries of America, is designed for any bindery, graphic finisher, or custom loose-leaf manufacturer looking to network with industry peers, brainstorm ideas about operating techniques, and get connected to top suppliers and industry experts. The 2014 conference will be held March 31–April 2, 2014 at The Fairmont Dallas Hotel, Dallas Texas.

The dynamic lineup of speakers will deliver sessions to encourage attendees to exchange ideas and grow your company:

Valerie Price, Director of Business Operations, Coyne Graphic Finishing, Inc.
S.O.S.: Preparing for Natural & Manmade Disasters in the Workplace

Valerie will speak of the importance of a Disaster Recovery Plan, what should be covered, and even what NOT to do in an emergency situation. Attendees will receive a template on DVD for writing a customized Disaster Plan.

Kelly Mallozzi, Rainmaker, Success.In.Print
Selling in the New Technology Economy

Kelly’s session will focus on defining your target market, identifying where to look for profitable customers, and overcoming objections. A volunteer from the audience will help demonstrate the session’s key points in an interactive mini coaching session.  

Anthony Griggs, Former NFL Player
Leading Like an NFL Coach

In his keynote, former NFL player Anthony Griggs will share stories from his NFL days and reveal stories of hardship and glory as the coaches did what they could as leaders to be a successful team. He will explain the various roles that leaders need to take on to develop, train, and engage an employee.

Attendees of the BIA Conference will have the opportunity to attend keynote sessions of the 2014 Continuous Improvement Conference. The full list of sessions and descriptions at the 2014 BIA Conference is available here.

Details surrounding the highly anticipated plant tours and additional conference information, including the 2014 BIA Conference Brochure, will be added to the BIA Conference website as they become available.

Take advantage of this great opportunity to meet customers and peers to exchange ideas that grow your company. Register today by visiting the registration page or call Mike Packard, Director, Binding Industries Association, at 800-910-4283, ext. 704.