Thought Leadership Archives

2025’s Best U.S. Creative Escapes: Where Inspiration Meets Exploration

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

Creativity is a universal hunger—a yearning to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. For Creatives—designers, artists, architects, writers, chefs, and musicians—this hunger fuels their work, often sparked by travel. Travel is more than just an escape from the daily grind; it’s a journey into the vast expanse of creativity. It teaches us to see the […]

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Mastering Print Perfection: Your Essential Checklist

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In the world of print, experience is invaluable—but even the most seasoned professionals can stumble when details are overlooked. Whether you’re new to printing or a veteran, having a well-prepared checklist is the key to saving time, cutting costs, and avoiding unnecessary stress. Before sending your files to press, ensure everything is in order with

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The Paper Preference: Staying Ahead of the Curve with Paper-Based Packaging

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

While this legislation (called the Single-Use Plastic Ban) comes out of the United Kingdom, there is an important takeaway for U.S. brands. It is part of the larger trend in which companies are shifting away from plastics to paper in their packaging. That shift is happening in the United States, as well. Although not as

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AI and Print Content: A Winning Combination

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In the ever-evolving world of content creation, artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT have made waves in digital marketing. Often, the buzz centers around AI’s potential in digital channels—email, social media, and websites. However, while AI can quickly generate large volumes of content, it has specific limitations for digital, where search engines emphasize originality, depth,

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Why Some Major Retailers are Bringing Back Printed Catalogs

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In today’s increasingly digital world, the power of print is making an exciting comeback, even in some of the biggest retail names. On October 30, NBC’s TODAY Show highlighted how brands like J. Crew and Neiman Marcus are returning to an “old-school” marketing strategy: printed catalogs. The shift is part of a larger trend

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The Power of White Space: Enhancing Design, Improving Communication

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

White space, or negative space, is the area between and around design elements, crucial for creating visually appealing and effective designs. It enhances clarity, structure, and visual hierarchy, guiding the viewer’s eye and emphasizing key elements. In Swiss Design, white space is essential, contributing to a clean, minimalist aesthetic that improves readability and balance. This

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The Evolution of Marketing in the Printing Industry: Insights from ‘Graphic Media Alliance’

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

As the marketing landscape evolves, its role in the printing industry does as well. GV recently spoke with Andrew Schall, President of Graphic Media Alliance (GMA), a Columbus-based association supporting the graphic communications industry across Ohio, Michigan, and Northern Kentucky. GMA offers advocacy, workforce development, networking opportunities, and numerous programs to boost efficiency and profitability

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Reading Print Produces Results: Why Reading on Paper Still Matters

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In today’s digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives, the value of print media like direct mail, marketing collateral, magazines, and print advertising is often overlooked. However, research has consistently highlighted the unique benefits of reading on paper compared to reading on screens. One study comparing digital and print reading habits found that reading

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Want to Be More Sustainable? Embrace Circular Design

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In recent years, circular design has gained traction in many industries, including printing and packaging. Circular design aims to minimize waste and maximize the lifespan of products by following the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle. Not only can embracing circular design lead to significant environmental benefits, but it can result in operational efficiencies, too.

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Unlocking the Power of Corporate Magazines: Elevate Your Multichannel Marketing Strategy

Blog, Thought Leadership / Mark Weinstein

In an age dominated by digital saturation, the resurgence of print holds profound significance. As online content becomes increasingly standardized and algorithm-driven, there’s a palpable desire to shift offline and reconnect with physical media. Print magazines, in particular, offer a unique sense of authenticity and community, resonating with Gen Z’s preference for tangible objects that

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