INNOMARK Recognized for Print Excellence

New for 2023, Graphic Media Alliance introduced Greg Jovanovic (ColorArt, Eureka, MO) as a contest judge.  Greg's extensive background in print production and quality control, combined with the expert knowledge of returning judge, Jeff Ekstein (Willow Printing Group, Ontario, Canada), ensured that each entry underwent careful review and deliberation.  The level of competition was so competitive that several categories required the judges to search for minor imperfections to determine a winner.  Both judges were highly impressed with the quality demonstrated in this year's contest and look forward to participating in the 2024 competition.

Graphic Media Alliance President, Andrew Schall, noted several outstanding achievements for the 2023 Graphic Media Alliance Awards.  Most notably, both the number of entries and member participation have increased by over 50% from 2022.  This sets a six-year record for pieces entered, and all-time records for participating companies, and student submissions, with 21 members participating for the first time. 

"The Print Excellence Awards showcase our finest offerings in Ohio, Michigan, and northern Kentucky, and this year did not disappoint.  As demonstrated in this year's contest, our members continue to innovate, ensuring a bright future for our industry and our Association," said Schall. 

All of the Gold award winners in the regional competition are entered into an association-wide competition for Best of Category and Best of Show prizes that will be awarded in September at the 2023 Grand Ceremony.

INNOMARK received the following awards:

Gold, Campaigns/Promotions Category (Dick's Sporting Goods "Give the Gift of Sport")

Gold, Point-of-Purchase Category (Pepsi Toys for Tots Pallet Program)

Gold, Specialty Finishing/Die-Cutting Category (Sierra Nevada Holiday Trees)

Gold, Environmentally Sound Materials Category (Marchon FSC® Banners)

Silver, Point-of-Purchase Category (Rockstar Pallet Program)

Silver, Corporate Communications Category (Chico's Holiday VIP Boxes)

Silver, Packaging Category (Wella Holiday Mini Cracker Boxes)

Silver, Packaging Category (Joico Holiday Boxes)

As a proud Graphic Media Alliance member, INNOMARK was also honored to receive the People's Choice Award for its Sierra Nevada Holiday trees.  The company is excited to accept these awards on behalf of its clients and team members.  We look forward to competing for Best of Category and Best of Show recognition in the Point-of-Purchase, Specialty Finishing, Campaigns, and Environmentally Sound Materials categories in September.