PIVA's Mission
PIVA unites and influences Virginia's printing
and graphic communications industry with
relevant information, education and interconnection.
Printing Industries of Virginia, a
membership organization of printers and graphic communications businesses, has been representing the industry since 1953. PIVA's direction is set by members so programs, activities and legislative
agenda reflect the needs and interests of people working in the industry.
Membership offers the opportunity to:
• learn how to be better printers, keeping up with changes in technology
and process.
• learn how to be more profitable.
• learn how to protect themselves from unfair taxation.
• learn how to speak as one voice to limit government intervention.
Vision:
PIVA is a vibrant association influencing the future of Virginia's
graphic communications industry.
Regulation:
Since 1953, PIVA has been the advocate for printers in Virginia.
PIVA is pro-business and navigates the legislative process to promote
and protect printers. PIVA often joins forces with other statewide
organizations on issues that affect Virginia businesses.
PIVA's thumbprint is all over sales and use tax issues affecting
printers. PIVA partners with Printing Industries of America nationally
on postal reform, employment, manufacturing and environmental issues.
PIVA is a respected lobbying force in the Virginia General Assembly
working to represent printers' interests By keeping members informed on
critical issues. Elected legislators in every legislative district are
contacted by knowledgeable printers to ensure our voice is heard. PIVA
represents all printers when carrying the message right into the
Capitol.
PrintPAC contributes to legislators who can make a difference
in Virginia's printing business. Print Day at the Capitol is an annual
event to help legislators understand printers to become more involved in
the legislative process while getting to know their elected legislators.
PIVA acts as a resource for printers who have questions about
environmental regulations and compliance issues. A phone call to the
PIVA office in Richmond provides answers about Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements.
Events:
Annual Best in Print competition recognizes excellence in printing
in Virginia. Submissions that are made in November are judged by
national experts from GATF. Awards are announced at a banquet in
January. The 37 categories recognize the breadth of printing products in
the state ú from business cards to books to
packaging ú and processes from process color
to embossing and bindery. Certificates and awards of excellence are
possible in each category, and eight special awards, including Best in
Show, are made as well. The awards dinner in January is a celebration of
printing in Virginia and an opportunity for interaction with peers.
The annual golf tournament that helps fund the Virginia Printing
Foundation offers printers the chance to network while engaging in
friendly competition. Other events on the annual calendar are the summer
convention and the Print Summit and trade show. PIVA also arranges informal
meetings of printers in local and regional areas.
Education:
Change is the one constant in the industry. PIVA offers regional
training and education on cutting edge topics. Members develop the programs to
meet real needs, and use their resources to educate and train. Virginia Printing
Foundation promotes the industry through scholarships, education and industry
awareness programs.
Virginia Printing Foundation:
The VPF was established in 1984 as a 501 C.(3) non-profit
educational foundation. The Foundation exists to promote growth and development
of Virginia's printing and graphic arts industries. The Foundation created and
maintains an endowment designed to fund scholarships, continuing education, and
industry awareness programs. The Foundation is committed to continually
strengthening its support and involvement to ensure that Virginia's printing
industry is able to successfully compete as a world class competitor on a global
basis. the Foundations commitment to industry excellence is evidenced by its
support of a variety of programs and projects including:
• Scholarships for selected students wishing to pursue careers in Virginia's
printing and graphic arts industries.
• The production and distribution of career opportunity literature.
• The provision of financial support for on-going educational programs sponsored
by Printing Industries of Virginia
• Assisting in the curriculum development of high school and college level
graphic arts training programs
• On-going support of programs designed to enhance and promote the positive
image of the printing industry
1998 - 2004 Printing Industries of Virginia
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