Pictured, from left: James Martin, Group President, PRINTING United Alliance; Ford Bowers, CEO, PRINTING United Alliance; Ryan Farris, President and COO, AlphaGraphics; Cory Sawatzki, VP of Purchasing and Operations, AlphaGraphics; Joshua Carruth, SVP, Association, PRINTING United Alliance

Leading nationwide brand joins the Alliance as the latest printing franchise organization during PRINTING United Expo in Atlanta

ATLANTA (PRINTING United Expo) — PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announces that AlphaGraphics has joined the association. AlphaGraphics is a franchised chain of 270 independently owned and operated marketing service providers with full-service print shops. The partnership was officially signed at PRINTING United Expo, taking place in Atlanta on October 18-20. For more information about Alliance membership, visit: www.printing.org/membership.

AlphaGraphics Franchisees Gain Immediate Access to Industry-Leading Services
The Alliance serves industry professionals with preeminent education and training through its unparalleled iLEARNING+ online learning platform; comprehensive workshops; highly-sought after research; legislative and regulatory advocacy; HR-related issues; environmental, health, and safety resources and guidance; as well as impactful content through its leading powerhouse media brands.

Joining the Alliance provides AlphaGraphics franchisees across the United States with immediate access to all of these premier member programs and services.

“I am extremely excited to announce that AlphaGraphics has joined PRINTING United Alliance as a national member,” says Ryan Farris, President and COO, AlphaGraphics. “Now every AlphaGraphics owner will benefit from becoming members.

“Alliance membership is our gateway to industry insights, keeping our owners informed about the latest trends. The entire organization gains access to premium services and tools, empowering all owners and employees to enhance their knowledge and skills. This, in turn, fuels our company's journey toward achieving its goals and staying competitive. This is a very exciting new partnership, and one that I am confident will continue for years to come.”

“We heartily welcome AlphaGraphics and its widespread network to the Alliance,” says Ford Bowers, CEO, PRINTING United Alliance. “Franchise organizations are a great way to connect many industry professionals and their locations to actionable insight, trends, and networking opportunities with the entirety of the Alliance.”

Alliance Franchise Membership Opportunities
If you are part of a franchise network and would like to learn more about becoming an Alliance member to tap into the vast network and benefits available to you, visit www.printing.org/membership, or call 888-385-3588 to speak with our membership team for more information.

For more information about the Alliance, visit: www.printing.org. 

For more information about AlphaGraphics services, visit www.alphagraphics.com. To learn about franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.