“Printfinity And Beyond” SWUG Conference Unveiled

“Printfinity And Beyond” SWUG Conference Unveiled

An interactive and engaging agenda has been confirmed for the sixteenth-annual Single Width Users’ Group (SWUG) Conference, being held at Wellington’s Copthorne Hotel on August 3-4.

Set to a playful theme of “Printfinity and Beyond”, the event is expected to attract over 130 delegates and suppliers, reflecting the strength of interest and passion in this unique sector of the print industry, says SWUG chairperson Dan Blackbourn.

“We have a fantastic line up of presentations, guest speakers and surprise events that will ensure delegates are riveted throughout,” he says.

“As well as providing an invaluable opportunity to network with fellow members and suppliers in our unique industry, the conference features a strong list of expert speakers in a variety of fields.

“There is still a lot of life in the print industry and will be for some time, and this conference is shaping up to be one of our best.”

Among keynote speakers are Workcare NZ’s Nicky Trevithick who will provide an enlightening speech on the risks associated with drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

“Having spent over 16 years with the Police, Nicky has seen first hand the impact of drug and alcohol abuse,” continues Mr Blackbourn.

“Now in the private sector, she is passionate about educating the public on the issue, and to help firms implement robust drug and alcohol policies. This includes educating staff on best practice which both delivers a safer work environment as well as ultimately benefiting the family unit and wider community.”

Another keynote speaker is print industry environmental commentator Phil Lawrence, who will be addressing the business cost of poor electricity quality.

“A long-term servant to the sector, who has provided commentary on a wide range of subjects, Phil has followed an academic pathway at Sydney University researching industry’s impact on the environment using the print sector as his example.

“He recently began looking at how poor quality electricity supplied from the grid impacts on the overall efficiency of a business causing equipment failure, excess heat and up to 40% wasted energy.”

In addition to a tour of the Petone Fairfax plant and a networking dinner, the event will feature the SWUG Awards for Printing Excellence and the Apprentice of the Year -- the latter two presented at Te Papa Museum to a James Bond theme.

The SWUG committee wishes to extend its appreciation to the generous sponsors of the conference, whose united support makes the event possible.

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