PIM’s Annual Star Awards Banquet & Awards Ceremony Recap
The highly anticipated PIM ’s Annual Star Awards Banquet & Awards Ceremony celebrated excellence in the printing and manufacturing industries, recognizing individuals and companies for their achievements. The event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and key figures who have contributed to the sector's growth and success.
A Night of Recognition and Celebration - PIM
The evening began with a grand reception where attendees networked and shared experiences. As the ceremony started, excitement filled the room as guests eagerly awaited the announcement of the winners.
The Star Awards celebrate professionals in various categories, including innovation, customer service, and sustainability, highlighting those who’ve made a remarkable impact on the industry.
Highlights of the Ceremony
The ceremony focused on more than just awards; it shared stories of perseverance, innovation, and creativity. Award recipients discussed their journeys, challenges, and achievements, inspiring everyone present.
Notable moments included:
- Keynote speeches from industry leaders on the future of printing and manufacturing.
- The presentation of the Star Awards recognizing top performers.
- A gala dinner for further networking and celebrating the evening’s successes.
Award Winners and Categories
The Star Awards featured several categories:
- Innovation in Printing – Recognizing advancements in printing technologies.
- Customer Service Excellence – Celebrating outstanding service and client relationships.
- Sustainability Award – Acknowledging eco-friendly practices.
- Employee of the Year – Honoring exceptional dedication to the company.
Looking Toward the Future
The event ended with a call for continued innovation and sustainability in the industry. The Pinting Industry Midwest Annual Star Awards reminded everyone of the importance of recognizing hard work and progress.
As the evening concluded, attendees left inspired and motivated to shape the future of the printing and manufacturing sectors. The next Star Awards are already eagerly awaited.
BLOOMINGTON, MN — The Printing Industry Midwest (Pinting Industry Midwest), a leading non-profit trade organization for print service providers in the Midwest, recently hosted its 2024 Star Awards banquet and ceremony on June 13, 2024. Nearly 300 print professionals attended to celebrate the industry's commitment to quality and creativity.
The 2024 Star Awards showcased the Midwest's graphic talent. Eleven PIM member organizations nominated sixty professionals for leadership awards, and twenty organizations submitted around 135 projects for evaluation by a distinguished panel of judges. Both leadership nominations and project submissions increased this year, highlighting the region’s exceptional talent.
Since 1972, Pinting Industry Midwest has honored industry leaders with the prestigious PIM Graphic Arts Industry Leader award. This year, Mel Enger, President of LB Carlson, was named PIM’s 2024 Graphic Arts Industry Leader of the Year. Mel, a PIM member for over 30 years, has contributed significantly to the print industry. His 40-year career at LB Carlson and his 40-year marriage to his wife Deb were also celebrated.
Other leadership award winners included:
- Shawn Meyer, Mackay Mitchell – Creative Professional of the Year
- Auggie McKibben, RR Donnelly – Customer Service Rep of the Year
- Fung Sang Lee, RR Donnelly – Financial Professional of the Year
- Elena Taylor, Nahan – Human Resource Professional of the Year
- Emily Shultz, The John Roberts Company – Manager of the Year
- Avery Rueckhiem, ENPOINTE – Production Professional of the Year
- Alex Negrete, IWCO – Sales & Marketing Professional of the Year
- Japs Olson CVS Team – Team of the Year
- Meg Garcia, AWT Labels & Packaging – Young Professional of the Year
For the complete list of award winners, visit PIM Awards.
Top printed projects of 2024 were also recognized:
- Best of Show: “Play” by Bolger
- Best of Show Runner-Up: “Parks of Minneapolis Print” by Studio on Fire
- Best of Show Honorable Mention: “David Yurman” by Bolger
- People’s Choice: “You Dream It Up” by Wallace Carlson Printing
For the full list of winning organizations, visit 2024 Star Award Winners.
PIM also highlighted organizations in its Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Accreditation program. This year, The John Roberts Company achieved Star Three – Momentum, and Nahan achieved Star Two – Aim. Learn more at PIM DE&I.
The PIM Great Green Printer program, with 28 organizations committed to environmental excellence, was also featured. More information is available at Great Green Printer.
PIM thanks the event sponsors: Lindenmeyr Munroe, Midland Paper, FUJIFILM, Bremer Bank, CGS ORIS I AMERICAS, Federated Insurance, EO Johnson, Case Paper, Littler Law, Anchor Paper, Heidelberg USA, Canon Solutions America, LB Carlson, Gravie, Kodak, Landa, Xeikon, CARDSource, Daily Printing, Inc., and EO Johnson.