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Christoph Clermont · Printess · leading up to the Online Print Symposium 2025

Clermont knows what he is talking about, and in this interview, we learn about the EU's Accessibility requirements, which will allow even blind people to produce, for example, photo books online. Christoph Clermont is not so nervous about this, as he believes that technical development will help people with disabilities even faster than the legislators can invent "new" legislation. We, of course, ALSO get a chance to talk about his fantastic project, Printess - which he describes as an online version of InDesign. It was great talking to him - enjoy!

Michael Fries · Vista · leading up to the Online Print Symposium 2025

Michael Fries confirms that he has a lot of fun working for one of the World's largest PSPs, namely VISTA. This is the first time any from VISTA is being interviewed on INKISH, and Michael Fries openly answers the questions about the organization, the leadership, the operation, and whau - it could be interesting to see the company from the inside as well. The second best is meeting Michael Fries at The Online Print Symposium 2025 as keynote speaker and guest. Enjoy!

Bernd Zipper · Zipcon Consulting · leading up to the Online Print Symposium 2025

The Online Print Symposium has been going on for many years, and as the conference has developed, so has its role. It's about innovative companies and business models, learning from successful companies, and identifying trends. Of course, it's also about more daily things, like legislation and standards. Here, Bernd Zipper talks about everything, and we hope you will enjoy it!

Bonus Bonjour · Volker Leonhardt & Andrew Fetherman · Müller Martini · Hunkeler Innovationdays 2025

Just after the already planned Bonjour here on the last day, we got a pleasant surprise as Volker Leonhardt and Andrew Fetherman honored the INKISH team with yet a fantastic opportunity to dig into the leadership of Müller Martini - we hope you enjoy!

Digital With Screen · Tilmann Wild & Ralf Kutschera · August Faller

Entering the production floor at August Faller is a fantastic experience. The floor is utilized to its max, but the mix of technology makes the company stand out. Web-offset, digital inkjet, folding equipment, and robots enable August Faller to produce pharma leaflets to perfection. Pharma is a zero-error industry, and seeing how the flow of a production seamlessly integrates from one segment to the next is excellent. August Faller has invested in Screen technology (color and monochrome), and the choice was for August Faller to be easy as they needed the offset look and feel to move between technologies without going through tedious approval processes. They needed printers that could print on thin paper, and the more they looked into the options, the more obvious Screen's solutions ticked the boxes. The machines print roll-to-roll and hereafter get folded in a combination of Hunkeler and GUK equipment. Camera inspection and automatic rejection of anything that doesn't comply with the SLA are just a few of the things that make this amazing. With Tilmann Wild and Ralf Kutschera, you also feel very safe as these two gentlemen seem to have things very much under control - whau - this was a fantastic opportunity for INKISH to see and learn - and hopefully you will enjoy the film and learn as well!

Darren Carlson & Rodney Franson · Carlson Print Group · Double Eagle in Minnesota

Order one of the market's most advanced Koenig & Bauer presses - check. Order two of the most advanced Eagle systems in the market - check. Create stunning (and we are NOT exaggerating) trading cards using cast & cure, cold foil, and multiple offset printing options - and we are at Carlson Print Group in Minnesota. We didn't see secret areas, but we saw unbelievable samples and met dedicated staff. Staff that have the chance to work with the planet's coolest technology along with the coolest print applications you can imagine. This was a very special one. Thank you, Mike King and Ellen Manning, for bringing us to Carlson Print Group, where we met with Darren Carlson and Rodney Franson. WHAU.

Montserrat Peidro · SVP Global Strategy & Operations · Pax8 · Conflict · NONEVENT24

In this session, Montserrat Peidro, SVP of Strategy & Operations, Pax8, and board member of BOBST, explores how conflict, when managed effectively, drives innovation and builds high-performance teams. Drawing from real-world examples, such as the development of the iPad and Airbnb's success, the talk delves into the psychology of workplace conflict, the role of cultural differences, and the importance of psychological safety. With references to influential works like "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" and "Good to Great," this presentation offers insights into transforming conflict from a source of fear into a catalyst for breakthroughs. Join us to understand why keeping calm and minding the gap is key to a thriving, innovative workplace. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/montserratpeidro/

Carmen Loher-Eicher & Adriano Gut · swissQprint · Generation 5

Frank Siegel · Geschäftsführer/CEO · Obility Business Automation

UKRAINE

This film was not easy to make. How do you represent the sufferings of people at war? How do you create momentum when a war in Ukraine doesn't make sense? I decided to leave the film I made on my iPhone for a long time until the time was right—the time is right now. Seven print-operators dead. Everything destroyed. A Heidelberg 10-color machine and its operators blasted with glass from an incoming missile. Aggression like the ones we see on TV, in the news, and on the Internet; most people in Ukraine are sick and tired of the films and the pictures. Casualties in the hundreds of thousands. Casualties that haven't done anything besides being people living in a power momentum mostly led by evil men. Politicians, priests, and influencers cause wars, but rarely the people - and here, just a few days before the inauguration of Donald Trump in the US, the time has never been more divided, and he and his allies thrive. The fear, the uncertainty, the upbuilding of us and them has never been worse, and all driven by populations that have more information available than ever - and yet, media are not trusted, governments aren't trusted, judges are not trusted - and some people believe more in the radical podcast host than in data, statistics, processes, and even science. The world has become a pick-and-choose buffet where you pick the truth that fits your agenda. Trump claims that the war in Ukraine doesn't belong to Americans. You can argue that distance makes a European matter, but that's not the reason. The real reason is that democracies and the so-called free world are global and that the few countries still have democracies should stand up and protect - despite the distance, and not related to any simple man who believes everything is a bargain. This is my journey to Ukraine - a war Russia can not be allowed to win. Production supported by Heidelberg & Cloudprinter.com Heidelberg also supplied all spare parts to Faktor-Druk for free.

Henrik Müller Hansen · CEO & Founder · Gelato

Naimish Patel · Vice President, Sales · OnPrintShop

Dan Collins · VP Purchasing & Production · General Formulations

Dan Collins was recently promoted to VP of Purchasing & Production for General Formulation in Sparta, MI. Dan Collins took over Purchasing after a colleague left General Formulations, and because of a good team, Collins was able to have the additional work soon; the company, Collins, and the rest of the management realized that it made a lot of sense to have purchasing and production together - especially as Collins explains that the success of General Formulations very much depends on high quality and fast deliveries. We also get a chance to talk about the global geo-political situations, sustainability and many other interesting things. We thank Dan Collins for a super interesting and open-minded interview!

Gee Ranasinha · CEO · Kexino · Conflict · NONEVENT24

Wayne Beckett & Morten B. Reitoft · INKISH acquire 50% of Printing-Connect and Printing Expo

This edit will teach you more about the acquisition and what it will lead to. Wayne Beckett and Morten B. Reitoft are now colleagues, and both are excited about the new opportunities this collaboration will bring. Listen, engage, react! AI curated Transcript: Morten B. Reitoft and Wayne Beckett have announced a groundbreaking merger between INKISH and Print Connect. This partnership brings together two industry pioneers who share a vision of creating a global presence and a unified platform for the print industry. Print Connect, launched over a year ago, has made significant strides, with 420,000 unique website visits and over 2 million page views in the past year. Its database boasts nearly 40,000 businesses, but as Wayne Beckett acknowledges, it lacked a crucial editorial component. “Having Morten as Editor-in-Chief of Print Connect Online is a game changer,” Wayne stated, highlighting the collaboration’s potential to enrich their offerings. Morten expressed equal enthusiasm, noting his admiration for Print Connect Online’s innovative approach, including virtual expos that have reshaped industry engagement. “We’ve always seen INKISH as a content creation company rather than just a media platform,” Morten explained. The merger combines INKISH’s expertise in content with Print Connect’s robust platform, creating new opportunities for both companies and their audiences. The partnership plans to expand Print Connect into a four-tier platform better serve print service providers (PSPs) and converters. The first level includes an affordable membership, costing less than €50 annually, which grants access to an extensive library of educational resources, files, and films tailored for printing companies. This initiative establishes an online repository to facilitate knowledge sharing and community building. Additionally, the merger introduces the concept of Joint Membership Programs (JMP), which will encourage physical user groups. These events will unite multiple companies to foster collaboration and mutual growth. Higher platform levels will cater to OEMs, suppliers, and software companies, offering sponsorship opportunities and online webinars. Wayne and Morten also outlined the redefined roles within this new structure. Wayne will focus on sales and international trade shows, while Chris Beckett will handle backend operations, including content management and posting. Morten emphasized the importance of maintaining the original vision and ensuring continuous shareholder incentives, with Wayne and Chris retaining stakes in the business. Financially, the merger includes INKISH’s acquisition of a 50% stake in Print Connect, intending to increase ownership to 80%. This partnership ensures Print Connect’s growth, backed by INKISH’s resources and expertise. “When we sat down at the non-event in Denmark and discussed this opportunity, it was a no-brainer,” Wayne remarked, expressing confidence in the collaboration’s potential. The merger promises enhancements without disruptions for customers and industry participants. Both companies are committed to delivering improved services and new engagement opportunities. “If you are a PSP or converter, sign up for Print Connect Online,” Morten urged, hinting at exciting developments. This partnership marks a significant step forward, combining the strengths of INKISH and Print Connect to drive innovation and growth in the print industry. Wayne aptly concluded, “We’re looking forward to the future for INKISH, Resolve, and the products we produce.”

Stefaan Vanysacker · We All Know that Print has much better Response Rates · Genscom

Patrik Knutsson · Organizing Print · PTPGE

In the first INKISH episode of 2025, Patrik Knutsson from Norway discusses his work in the printing industry. With a background rooted in a family printing business, Patrik Knutsson transitioned from running his own ventures, such as co-founding Copycat, a successful printing chain, to developing groundbreaking projects, Print.page. The conversation explores the industry's ongoing challenges, particularly the difficulty of effectively communicating product specifications to customers in a predominantly digital era. Patrik Knutsson introduces the Periodic Table of Print and Graphic Elements (PTPGE), a structured and visual classification system inspired by the periodic table in chemistry. The PTPGE is designed to simplify and standardize the understanding of printing processes and materials, benefiting professionals and customers. The discussion highlights the PTPGE's potential to enhance e-commerce solutions, improve customer experiences, and support sustainability by providing transparency in the production process. Patrik Knutsson emphasizes the collaborative nature of the project, inviting industry professionals to contribute to its development. The initiative is presented as a valuable tool for driving innovation and efficiency in the printing industry.

ChatGPT, Thirlby, Franzisi & Reitoft · 2024/2025 review/predictions

In this conversation, Anthony Thirlby, Steffen Franzisi, and Morten B. Reitoft review 2024 and discuss 2025. However, we have also invited ChatGPT 4o, which can now listen and—well—engage with us. It is interesting to see how technology may be used in debates like this sooner or later. We could have set better rules for ChatGPT in advance, but this is the default version. Maybe you will be surprised—we were!

Don’t bring incognito boxes to a tradeshow · Pat McGrew · Print Sample TV #87

Adam Peek · Podcaster & Consultant · Packaging, plastics and sustainability