DEALER communicator HISTORIC FINAL ISSUE 1980 -to- 2018 “In This Issue You Will Find 19 pages of Photos Taken At Trade Shows And Conferences With 11 Pages Of Product Information From The Manufacturers That Sponsored This Issue.” CLICK THIS SYMBOL IN LOWER RIGHT CORNER OF SCREEN FOR ENHANCED READING ENJOYMENT July 2018 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • 1
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from Gary Campbell, California Business Machines In 1974 I started selling smaller machines for Printers. Sometime around 1980 I went to a printing equipment show in Long Beach and picked up a copy of Dealer Communicator or maybe it was Trade Show Times. I was able to get out of the copier business completely and grew my business by concentrating on other machines. These magazines opened my eyes as to possibilities I wasn’t aware of. OMike made my career for me. I owe him a huge debt of gratitude. 4 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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“For 37 years I’ve been blessed to know O’Mike, Pat and the staff of Dealer Communicator. One of the great aspects of our Graphics Arts industry is the friendships that have developed.
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from Jim Witt, Independent Rep. The things I recall about you, Pat Leavitt and Dealer Communicator is that I was the one that recommended you to start a new magazine Only For Dealers. Beyond that, I was always sure of two things. The first is of seeing you both at every trade show. And, that when I stepped into a salesman’s car to make sales calls, most times, I’d have to move a copy of your annual directory. 10 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Jeff Simon, Lithco Thanks for your notice. You have had quite a run! All the best to you. We appreciate everything you have done for the channel. Best Regards.
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from Tim Murphy, Printware Oh My Goodness - Is this the real end of the channel. I hope not. I understand all the good work you’ve done over the years. I know we’ve benefitted from much of your good work.
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from Roger Giza, Burnishine I know I speak not only for myself, but for many others in the channel in thanking you for the services you provided the channel. Memories will linger on as I still have the Christmas Ornaments you sent each year and the souvenir you brought back for me from the Pyramids of Giza Egypt. So, whatever it is you do, continue to enjoy life. God Bless....Roger. 16 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Danny Moloney, Print Media Partners Dear Omike..........the news about the closing down of Dealer Communicator has reached the ears and eyes of people around the globe. Knowing you as I have (for the past 32 years), I personally don’t feel sad at all. Why? Because I’m sure your decision was well thought out and further that you are not the retiring kind. No doubt you’re already planning to continue to serve the industry in one role or another. So..... wherever you land, I wish you good health and that you continue to enjoy life. 18 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Michael Bugge’, Glunz & Jensen WOW!!! What a surprise and what a legacy you leave us with. In your 58 years of working in the graphic arts industry, you’ve no doubt seen technology changes that many others have not and the good thought is that through your writers and your editorials, you shared your insights and knowledge with all in the channel. I will treasure your historic issue of DC. All the best, my friend. 22 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Don Bence, formerly VP Sakurai What are you going to do with all of your spare time now? I know you must have been sad to end the 40 + years being the dealers’ voice to the industry but you can feel very proud that you made a mark and a lot of people have a fond spot in their heart for you. That’s especially easy because you are that tall, dark and handsome guy. Don’t fret my good friend; puff your chest and feel proud for a job well done. 26 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Vytas Baarsauskas, EGraf LLC Congratulations, Mike on all those years as the soul and the icon of the industry. With the shift of print to digital and the world viewing messages, artwork and proofs on tablets and smart phones, your decision to shift from publishing to internet-marketingservices and consulting was a smart, timely move. When I’m in your area again, expect to tip a glass of wine with me in continued friendship. 28 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
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from Thayer Long, Association For Print Technology Dear Omike, although we’ve not known each other for a long time, I am much aware of the many years you and your team have served this industry in a proper and honorable fashion. While the last edition of Dealer Communicator is, in many ways, bitter-sweet for you, I hope you take pride in the positive impact you have had. My best, sir. 30 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • July 2018
from Shack Fisher, Independent Manufacturer Rep It is with sadness that I saw your last issue. I know that you and Pat sweated blood for the Dealer Communicator. Like yourselves, I too have been in the industry for many years and although I realize the end must come for businesses small and large that I have worked with, it’s still a sad occasion. Overall I think you did a great service to the industry. I wish you many more happy years, and that you will take at least one last trip to Chicago in September so that I could say goodbye properly. Godspeed, my friend. July 2018 • Historic Edition Of Dealer Communicator • 31
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERS AND YOUR WISHES FOR A QUICK RECOVERY FROM THE SHINGLES VIRUS I never experienced any like this in all my 86 years
This Photo Shows Me At About 85% Back To Normal
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