IPIA TO STIMULATE PRINT ECONOMY

As part of its wider mission to energise the print industry, the IPIA will host its first physical event of the year; the Spring Networking Lunch, on June 14th, 2023.

The IPIA is committed to stimulating new economic activity for the sector, and that is why it develops a series of events throughout the year to bring together a cross section of printers, print buyers, suppliers, designers, marketing agencies and technology developers.

Matthew Ruff, Chair of the IPIA Events Subcommittee, comments: “Last year’s event was a huge success, largely down to the structure of the event and providing the opportunity to meet new connections and share experiences of the market. Not only are our events great for meeting potential new clients, but they are also perfect for finding future collaborators and maintaining existing relationships.”

The Spring Networking Lunch includes a glass of bubbly or two on arrival, a sumptuous French cuisine three course lunch — wine, beer, and soft drinks — and a networking introduction service.

The venue is the beautiful sky restaurant Orelle in Birmingham, which is just a five minute walk from both Birmingham New Street and Snow Hill stations — situated in the buzz of the city centre. Sitting at the top of the city’s tallest building, it offers incredible panoramic views.

Charles Rogers, IPIA Chairman, is keen to encourage those who have never attended an IPIA networking event to come along: “We recognise that everyone is busy, and choosing to take a day out of the business to attend networking events means the day must deliver a ROI. We endeavour to ensure that we know who is of interest to those attending in advance of the lunch, and effect as many introductions as possible on the day, creating the opportunity for that ROI to become a reality.

“Everyone who attends an IPIA networking event is made to feel very welcome — so if you are new to us, rest assured you will be well looked after. We aim to make the event a positive investment of

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Welcome drinks commence at 12:00 and guests are seated for lunch at 13:00, and to maximise everyone’s conversations, people move from table to table between courses. Guests will wrap up full, happy, and newly inspired at 16.30 — guests that are not pressed for time will normally continue the day at one of the fantastic venues nearby.

If you want to meet new people and grow your network, or simply catch up with some friendly faces in a great atmosphere, come and enjoy some of the finest networking available in our industry. Tickets are now available online at: www.ipia.org.uk/snl23. Members tickets are £114* and non-members tickets are £176 (*prices include VAT).