SOUTH HADLEY, Mass., February 25, 2008 – InteliCoat Technologies, a world leader in the manufacture of coated paper, film and specialty substrates for digital imaging technologies, today announced that Jennifer Chagnon, product manager, Digital Imaging, will be presenting two sessions at the upcoming 31st Global Ink Jet Printing Conference. In addition to the presentations, InteliCoat Technologies' Meyer Weiss, vice president, Digital Imaging, has played a critical role in helping to organize the event, serving as co-chair since 1995. Held in Budapest, Hungary from March 10 – 12, 2008, the Ink Jet Printing Conference allows users to keep abreast of the latest developments in ink jet technology.
 
Chagnon's first presentation on March 10th, during the co-located AWA Seminar on Self-Adhesive Graphic Arts, will cover "New Applications and Substrates for Self-Adhesive Media" and will detail how recent advancements in ink jet technology have opened the door to new applications and markets for non-vinyl self-adhesive products and will provide attendees with advice on how to expand their capabilities through the use of self-adhesive papers and textiles. Chagnon's featured conference presentation, entitled "Fine Art Market," will take place on Wednesday, March 12th. The session will address how to increase revenue and overall profitability in the digital fine art market, including discussion of market size and sub-segments, areas of growth, as well as new hardware, media applications and top coat options that are transforming the industry.
 
"Although ink jet technology has been around for decades, the industry continues to innovate and create new advancements that raise standards and bring improved print quality and higher speed color output at very low cost," said Weiss. "Through our involvement in this event, InteliCoat is highlighting its commitment to educating the market and advancing the ink jet industry as a whole."
 
A frequent speaker at industry conferences, trade shows and conventions, Chagnon has a strong background in commercialization of manufactured products, as well as experience in marketing and promoting consumer products. Prior to joining InteliCoat, Chagnon was the senior program manager for Omniglow Corporation's consumer product division.
 
With more than two decades of experience in the specialty paper and thermal imaging industries, Weiss works closely with InteliCoat's regional sales managers, digital imaging marketing group and executive management team to develop and execute strategic initiatives to increase digital imaging and OEM sales, and to enhance customer service. He formerly served as the president and co-founder of Media Solutions International (MSI), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of linerless label materials.
 
For additional information about the Ink Jet Printing Conference, please visit www.inkjetconference.com.