The Printing Industry Midwest (PIM) announces Al Hillmann, President, Standard Dynamics, Inc., Burnsville, MN, has been selected the 2017 Graphic Arts Industry Leader of the Year. Hillmann will receive the award at PIM’s annual Star of Excellence Awards Banquet on April 27, 2017, at the Sheraton Minneapolis West.

Hillmann was selected to receive this award by past recipients based on his knowledge and expertise of print products and services expertise that he offers the industry. He also served on the PIM Board of Directors.

"Al Hillmann has been an active and respected participant in our industry for many years," said Gary Garner, Chairman, GLS/Next Precision Marketing. "The selection committee is pleased to recognize his effort as this year's Graphic Arts Industry Leader of the Year."

Hillmann bought Standard Dynamics, Inc. in 1983, and has grown the business to include finishing and print production equipment and solutions. He and his wife, Victoria, have three grown children of which two, Joe and Lizzie, are currently involved in the business.