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Leading With Factual Fierceness Is The New Currency Of Power

Kaylene Lloyd, COO, Offernet, writes that the contemporary high-powered workspace is undergoing a brutal but necessary pivot. We are witnessing the transition from the era of ‘aesthetic capital’, where women were often relegated to being ‘decorations’ or, as neuroscientist Dominika Staniewicz frames it, ‘desserts’, to a paradigm defined by Intellectual Authority.

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Check Your Signage Specification Checklist

Liezle Barrie, National Sales Manager Consumables, Intamarket Graphics, has seen beautifully designed signage fail far too often, not because of bad intent or poor workmanship, but because the right questions weren’t asked early enough.

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What Determines The Fate Of An Ink Product Line?

Ilisna O’Reilly, Sales Manager Southern Africa at NUtec Digital Ink, discusses product end of life (EOL), and why this is not an indication that the product has failed.

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Female Printing Industry Trailblazer Shares Career Advice And More

Industry trailblazer Ayesha Jassiem, who is the Group Director at Trident Press Marketing, shares her advice on leadership, success, and navigating tough times in business.

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Eco-Solvent Or UV Printing: Which Is Better For Vehicle Wraps?

According to Liezle Barrie, National Sales Manager Consumables, Intamarket Graphics, vehicle wrapping is one of the most demanding applications in wide format printing. It’s where chemistry, material science, and craftsmanship meet. 

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Advice On Business Longevity From A 96-Year-Old Printing Company

Poonam Harry is the Director of Harry’s Printers, a company with a 96-year history. She discusses the key to business longevity, how to keep your team inspired, as well as prioritising mental well-being in the workplace.

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How Printing Businesses Can Position Themselves For Long-Term Success

Sibusisiwe Zethu Buthelezi, Director of Human Scale Printers, shares her leadership principles, advice for printing businesses to ensure their longevity, and how women can transform the industry.

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Spotlighting Women’s Mental Well-Being In The Printing Industry

There is a growing awareness of the importance of mental health in the workplace. This issue was also in the spotlight during October, which is Mental Health Awareness Month in South Africa. 

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From Cleaner To MD: An Inspiring Career Journey

Kim Naran worked her way up from being a cleaner to becoming Managing Director of Packtech Tooling, a specialist tooling supplier to Africa’s printing, packaging, narrow web label and related industries. She shares her inspiring career journey and tips for success.

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AFRICA PRINT - Industry In-Depth Interview: Teresa Adinolfi, Redfern

Teresa Adinolfi, Managing Director at Redfern, a company with decades of experience in labelling, printing and distribution, discusses her career highlights, the key to business success, as well as industry developments and changes.

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AFRICA PRINT - Female Industry Trailblazers Share Tips On Success And More

Change 1 Woman (C1W) spoke to female industry trailblazers about industry trends, empowering women in the industry, and more. C1W is an initiative dedicated to empowering women in branding, print and signage through connection, conversation and support.

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SIGN AFRICA - Female Industry Trailblazers Share Tips On Success And More

As part of the Women’s Month interview series, Change 1 Woman (C1W) spoke to female industry trailblazers about industry trends, the key to success, and more. 

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Printing SA Introduces PrintHER Mentorship Programme

Printing SA has announced the launch of the PrintHER Mentorship Programme, which is a new initiative designed to connect experienced professionals with emerging talent in their industry.

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Printing SA Announces Johannesburg Leg Of Women In Print Series

Printing SA is proud to announce the highly anticipated Women in Print Series 2025, and is kicking off its Johannesburg leg on 8 August 2025.

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How Ambient Conditions Affect A Digital Printer’s Ink Performance

According to Ilisna O’Reilly, Sales Manager Southern Africa at NUtec Digital Ink, environmental conditions play a critical role in the performance and stability of digital inkjet inks.

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What You Should Consider When Selecting Printers, Inks And Media For Projects

Ilisna O’Reilly, Sales Manager Southern Africa at NUtec Digital Ink, discusses the importance of pairing media, ink and adhesive for print applications.

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Irvine Partners’ CEO Named On Women In PR 40 Over 40 Power List

Irvine Partners (IP) is proud to announce that its CEO, Rachel Irvine, has been named to the prestigious Women in PR 40 over 40 power list in the United Kingdom. 

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Youth-Owned Brands Awards Celebrated Innovation And Impact

The 4th annual Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (YOBAs) lit up Sandton on the evening of 21 June 2025.

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Brands Must Embrace Media Integration

According to Koo Govender, CEO at Publicis Group Africa, marketing has undergone a profound transformation. 

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Five Challenges That Commercial Printers Face And Potential Solutions

Heidie-Mari Middel, Production Specialist at Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, says that inkjet production printers can aid in unleashing local printing businesses’ potential.

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Excellent Customer Service Is Now More Critical Than Ever

According to Liezle Barrie, National Sales Manager of Consumables at Intamarket Graphics, with the explosion…

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Graphic Design Is A Fundamental Tool For Driving Branding And Messaging

According to Phoebe Opperman, Designer and Project Manager at DUO Marketing + Communications, the growing preference…

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PR Delivers Powerful ROI For Small Businesses

Nadia Hearn, founder of Get Published, wants business owners to know this: PR is not about instant leads, it’s about lasting impact…

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