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Towel, waste disposal programs expanded to the entire region

Our negotiated, competitive member rates for towels, uniforms and waste disposal through Aramark and CleanEarth have been expanded to include KS/MO/OK companies. Message us for an analysis to see how much you could save. MESSAGE US FOR MEMBER-ONLY RATE

IRS releases standard mileage rates for 2022

The Internal Revenue Service has issued optional standard mileage rates used to calculate deductible costs when operating company vehicles in 2022. These rates include 58.5 cents per mile driven for business use and 14 cents per mile driven in for charitable organizations. READ FULL ARTICLE

Retired executives discuss industry future

MidAmerica met with the G.R.E.A.T.s "Great Retired Executives And Tradesmen" to discuss challenges and opportunities facing the print industry, including workforce development and succession planning. The group included Dee Bisel, Howard Etheridge, Pat Francke, Evan James, Dave Pierson, Larry Wittmeyer Jr. along with MidAmerica staff Teresa Campbell, Cristen Perkowski and Adeline Kim. If

Getting too many emails?

We have a new email system, and we want you to tell us which communication frequency works for you. If you only want to hear about specific topics or events, be sure to click "manage preferences" at the bottom of any MidAmerica email to change which types of emails you get. Before you click unsubscribe,

Labor, supply & outlook survey results available for 2021

The results from the Nov. 2021 PIPI (Printing Industry Performance and Insights) survey are available below. The survey is conducted quarterly by Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University in partnership with PIA chapters across the nation to analyze our industry’s performance, outlook and provide leaders actionable advice. The recent survey

The Importance of Communicating With Employees During Workers’ Compensation Claims

Employees who face work-related injuries and illnesses commonly have subsequent stress and anxiety. Oftentimes, this stress is made worse should employers stop communicating with the employee while they’re unable to work. It is important for employers to make their employees feel appreciated and to invest in their well-being. This rapport helps employees feel

Advisor: Did you get our magazine?

The PIA MidAmerica Advisor publication was sent out to members a few weeks ago. If you or individuals at your company didn't receive one, contact us to be added to our mailing list. This Fall 2021 Advisor features photos from the GraphEx galas, tips for saving thousands with ERC tax credits and outlooks for

2021 Wage + Benefits Report released, Dec. 8 webinar

The 2021 PIA MidAmerica Wage + Benefit Reports are now published. The report includes both regional and national data covering specific industry wages sorted by metropolitan area, region and company size to evaluate how your company compares. It also provides specific data on all employee benefits in detail. Participating member you can download

See photos from the Kansas City “Lucky Shot” golf tournament

We enjoyed a fabulous day of golf at Paradise Pointe for the 2021 MidAmerica Lucky Shot Tournament. Congrats to the tournament winners, and big thanks to the sponsors and volunteers that made this event possible. Lots prizes: Raffle, 50/50 benefitting the Nolan Moore Memorial Educational Foundation, roulette, blackjack, longest drive, closest to the

Nolan Moore Foundation gives $25k endowment to University of Houston

The Nolan Moore Memorial Educational Foundation (NMMEF) was created in 1996 by PIA MidAmerica in memory of its legendary executive director Nolan Moore. The Foundation’s main purpose is to support industry education, as well as offering scholarships to students who are pursuing a career in printing technology/management. Learn more about NMMEF.