PacPrint 2025 Seminar Schedule
PacPrint 2025 will deliver a focused Seminar Forum tailored to business owners, senior executives, and production managers seeking the latest innovations in the industry.
Spanning four days, the program brings together industry experts to share practical insights on strategy, operations, emerging talent, and innovation. From sustainability and compliance to leadership, sales, and mental health, each session is designed to support informed decision-making and future-ready business planning.
Tuesday 20 May
Time |
Session |
11:00am – 11:30am |
Which Glue is Right for You?
Speaker: Jay Kroll, General Formulations
Learn how to confidently choose the right adhesive and material for the job. This session explores adhesive tech, surface compatibility, and troubleshooting techniques to reduce rework, improve profitability, and position yourself as an expert. |
12:30pm – 1:15pm |
Print Leadership Panel: Navigating Success in a Changing Industry
Panel: Simon Bailey (IVE Group), Lachlan Finch (Rawson Print Co.), Emmanuel Buhagiar (Imagination Graphics)
Facilitator: Kellie Northwood (Visual Media Association)
Insights on growth strategies, sustainability, tech innovation, and operational efficiency from top industry leaders. |
2:00pm – 2:30pm |
Emerging Talent Panel: Cultivating the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
Panel: Leon Wilson (Revolution Print), Gabrielle Stevens (Konica Minolta), Brett Johnson (IVE Group), Lisa Michalanney (Signageworld)
Facilitator: Mel Ireland (LIA)
Discussion on mentorship, skill development, and preparing new talent for future leadership roles. |
3:00pm – 3:45pm |
Supplier Panel: Maximising Supply Chain Value in Print & Sign
Panel: Steve Fisher (Fujifilm), Phillip Trumble (Pozitive), Craig Hardman (HP), Craig Heckenberg (Epson)
Facilitator: Robyn Frampton (Visual Connections)
Explore supplier collaboration, sourcing strategies, and innovation to improve competitiveness and growth. |
Wednesday 21 May
Time |
Session |
11:00am – 11:30am |
Employee Assistance and Mental Health First Aid
Speaker: Steven Gamble, Anchor Health
How to implement EAP programs, reduce absenteeism, and apply Mental Health First Aid techniques to improve workplace wellbeing. |
12:30pm – 1:15pm |
Sales 101: Mastering the Fundamentals in a Noisy World
Speaker: Christina Bruce, Sellabilities
Fundamental sales skills and communication strategies for modern sales professionals. |
2:00pm – 2:45pm |
Fireside Chat: DEI is Dead; Long Live Belonging
Speaker: Sara Stuart, Coles Group
Facilitator: Stephanie Gaddin (Women in Print)
Explores the shift from traditional DEI to a focus on belonging, authenticity, and navigating policy change. |
3:00pm – 3:30pm |
Sustainability, Packaging and Global Paper Trends
Speaker: Stephanie Strassburger, Gmund Paper
Insights into eco-friendly materials, regulatory shifts, and global innovation in paper and packaging. |
Thursday 22 May
Time |
Session |
11:00am – 11:45am |
Signage Licensing Panel: Navigating Compliance & Avoiding Penalties
Panel: Damian Nielsen (ASGA), Mick Harrold (ASGA), Charly Taylor (CI-Advantage)
Facilitator: Janet Maitland (Image Magazine)
Understand varying licensing laws and how to stay compliant across states. |
12:30pm – 1:00pm |
Industry Associations Panel: Leadership, Responsibility & Future Focus
Panel: Ruth Cobb (PrintNZ), Kellie Northwood (VMA), Karren Challoner-Miles (Visual Connections), Mick Harrold (ASGA)
Facilitator: Lindy Hughson (Yaffa Media)
Industry leaders discuss the role of associations in driving growth and supporting members. |
1:15pm – 1:45pm |
Label & Packaging Compliance Panel: Shaping a Sustainable Future
Panel: Tim Lusch (Platypus), Zaidee Jackson (Ball & Doggett), Colin Lamond (Percival), Kellie Northwood (VMA)
Facilitator: Robyn Frampton (Visual Connections)
Stay ahead of evolving packaging regulations and sustainability standards. |
2:00pm – 2:45pm |
Fireside Chat with Matt Aitken: Leadership & the Future of Print
Facilitator: Kellie Northwood (VMA)
Matt Aitken (IVE Group) shares insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of the print industry. |
3:30pm – 4:00pm |
Be the Interruption! Business Strategies to Help You Thrive
Speaker: Ciaran McGuigan, Strike Force Sales
Learn how to take control of change, grow your business, and implement global strategies for success. |
Friday 23 May
Time |
Session |
11:00am – 11:30am |
Keynote: Financial Literacy & Superannuation Planning
Speaker: Michael Schulz, Media Super
Superannuation planning advice for young professionals, women, and pre-retirees. Covers financial planning, career breaks, and long-term security. |
12:30pm – 1:00pm |
Mergers and Acquisitions: A Solution to the Talent Shortage
Speaker: David Ferraz, Argus Business Brokers
How M&As address workforce shortages, improve capabilities, and mitigate risk. Includes case studies and strategic guidance. |
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