Orlando, Florida - On July 25, the Printing Association of Florida honored 38 of Florida's top printing and graphic communications firms who collectively submitted 455 entries, for a chance to receive a coveted Florida Print Award trophy. Nine schools across Florida were also represented, submitting a total 124 entries. All winners celebrated at the annual Florida Print Awards banquet and reception held during the Print Management Conference at the Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

In addition, two Florida companies -- Rinaldi Printing and Roberts Quality Printing -- received a "Benny" Award at the national level at the Premier Print Awards, produced by the Printing Industries of America. The highest honor of the competition is the "Benny" statue, which has become a universally recognized symbol for excellence in the printing industry.

The Florida Print Awards promotes excellence in the industry by recognizing individuals, companies, and organizations producing the very best in print media. All winning entries are displayed during the Print Management Conference at the Hall of Winners showcase. Winners are also published in the Florida Print Awards Winners Booklet, and in PAF's Graphics Update magazine. The competition is open exclusively to PAF members. 

"Year over year, we receive more impressive submissions, producing more winners, at the Florida Print Awards," says George Ryan, President, PAF and GOA."There is such an overwhelming degree of talent from Florida printers and graphic firms, that this has become one of the most anticipated events of the year. A hearty congratulations to all who participated, and all who received awards!"

Celebrating Printing Excellence in Florida

Trophy winners at the Florida Print Awards are those who secured "Best of Category" or "Best of Show" distinctions. The following table provides the details for these particular winners.

Trophy	COMPANY NAME	Title of Piece
Best Process Color Printing	Associated Printing Productions, Inc.	Summer 2014 Catalog
Best of Show - Division I	Creative Printing & Publishing	Embassy Suites Brochure
Best Art Reproduction	Franklin Dodd Communications, LLC.	Artlab - From Ancient Art
Best of Show - Division III	Franklin Dodd Communications, LLC.	Fine Art Lamps - Volume 200
Best Use of Color in Design	Franklin Dodd Communications, LLC.	Jackson Memorial Foundation - Meet Jack
The Golden Flamingo	Franklin Dodd Communications, LLC.
Most Creative Use of Paper	Lauderdale Graphics	Fossil Presentation
Best Digital Printing	Lawton Printers	Lawton Printers Digital Solutions Book
Best Poster	Lawton Printers	Imperial Poster
Best Small Press	Print It Plus	PSJ Law & Associates - Stationery
Best of Show - Division II	Roberts Quality Printing	Florida Southern College Campaign
Best Web Press	Sandy Direct	Absolute Vodka Magazine Insert
Best Stationery Set	Sir Speedy Printing	Hernando County Sheriff Stationery
Best Annual Report	Southeastern	Martin Health System 2012 Annual Report
Best Printer's Self-Advertising	Southeastern	SE Make A Big Splash Spring Newsletter
Best Special Treatment	The Printer's Edge	3D UV Sample Set

Golden Flamingo Award 

A special recognition is given to the company who won the most Best of Category awards, who is honored with the coveted Golden Flamingo Award. This year's winner of the award was Franklin Dodd Communications.

For more information about the Printing Association of Florida, and for a complete list of Florida Print Awards winners, visit:www.flprint.org.