Join us for a members-only interactive workshop scheduled for Thursday, April 10, at 2 p.m. ET to learn how to leverage campus recruitment to build your company’s next-gen talent pipeline. Hear a 360 view from academia, former interns-turned-print professionals, and an HR recruiter.
Elizabeth Rees, the founder of Chasing Paper, shares her journey of pioneering the peel-and-stick wallpaper industry. She discusses how Chasing Paper brings unique, thoughtfully-designed removable and traditional wall coverings to homes and commercial spaces. Elizabeth reflects on her family's legacy in the printing business, the evolution of digital printing, and the importance of technology in modern printing. She also addresses the challenges and experiences of being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated industry, the balance of work and family life, and the role of mentorship and diversity in fostering a supportive work environment. Join us for a deep dive into the colorful world of Chasing Paper and the transformative power of wallpaper.
PostPress magazine recognizes Women in Print Alliance Director, Lisbeth Lyons Black as an industry influencer in their 2025 February/March digital magazine, with a mission to to attract, retain, advance and advocate for women in the printing industry. In the interview, Lyons Black discusses how she got started in the printing industry, what led to the creation of Women in Print Alliance, and some of the biggest challenges women face in this industry and how to turn those challenges into opportunities. Read the full interview on pages 8-9.
Meet Susan Cilone, CEO of FASTSIGNS based in Louisville, and an Educator in the women in print community.
Meet Caitlin Roberts Sullivan, president and co-owner of Furbush-Roberts Printing Company based in Maine, and a Leader in the women in print community.
Image Credit: Koenig & Bauer This Women’s History Month, Women in Print Alliance would like to highlight an extraordinary female business pioneer in the early 1800s. A woman who was able to rise above her circumstances after finding herself windowed with three children after losing her husband, Friedrich Koenig, early on in their marriage. Meet...
Director of the Women in Print Alliance, Lisbeth Lyons Black comments on the gender imbalance in the print industry in this Print Monthly article. She elaborates on two key factors that have long worked against us in attracting women to the workforce—perception and physicality. Read more here on how the print industry can work on promoting print as an attractive career to bring in more young talent.
The March digital edition of Bazar Grafico magazine highlights several female leaders making strides in the printing industry, including Women in Print Alliance director Lisbeth Lyons Black. The article discusses Lyons Black's experience in government affairs, lobbying, workforce development and labor issues, and her passion for education policy, which she brings to the Women in Print Alliance community. Read the full article on pages 20-22.
In this interview with Sign Media Canada, Lisbeth Lyons Black, director of Women in Print Alliance, shares insights into her work advocating for women in the printing industry. From creating empowering networking events to supporting professional development, Lyons Black highlights the importance of fostering a welcoming environment and providing valuable opportunities for women to thrive in the printing sector. Read the full interview here!
Bazar Gráfico recently sat down with Lisbeth Lyons Black, Director of the Women in Print Alliance to discuss the organization, created under the umbrella of PRINTING United Alliance, and its mission to attract, advance and advocate for women in the printing industry. Learn more about the new membership program launch, the latest in Women in Print Alliance initiatives, and where to go to subscribe to the biweekly newsletter here.
