Board of Directors 2026
Officers
Lane Kathryn Hickey-Wiggins is the President and CEO at Douglass Screen Printers, Inc. dba DPRINT, a screen and digital printing company based in Lakeland, Florida. The firm was named in DiversityBusiness.com's Top 500 Women-Owned Businesses in the United States and Top 100 Diversity-Owned Businesses in Florida, is a Top Printer to the U.S. Government Publishing Office, and in 2012, was the first screen and digital printer in Florida to become "green" certified through Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP).
Mrs. Hickey-Wiggins is a member of the Polk County Kid's Tag Art Steering Committee and the Go For The Greens Foundation Board of Directors. She is currently serving as President of Explorations V Children's Museum Board of Directors. She is actively serving for the PRINTING United Alliance (PrUA) Board of Directors, PrUA’s Sustainability, Safety, Health and Personnel Advisory Council, and Co-Chair of PrUA's Women in Print Alliance Advisory Council.
She is an alumna member of the Women President's Organization and a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners CIRCLE.
Mrs. Hickey-Wiggins holds an AA in Business Administration from Polk Community College, a BFA in Art History from Savannah College of Art & Design, and an MBA from the University of South Florida.
Brian Hite is currently the CSO, Principal, & Cofounder of Image Options. Image Options is a global leader in the surface imaging, display, and visual communications industry. Image Options was the first large format digital facility in California to obtain SGP Certification. Prior to co-founding Image Options, he was a senior exhibit industry professional.
Roger began his career in 1986 with The Cincinnati Insurance Company. Hired to analyze and price insurance risks, he soon transitioned into the information technology world analyzing business automation needs and leading project teams. With these skills, Roger was appointed to lead their corporate in-plant journey from craft-based operations into one that embraced technology. Manual pre-press processes led to electronic creative services including design, wide-format printing, and digital photography; traditional printing presses were augmented with digital devices and most recently transitioned to inkjet printing. A widely respected and award-winning print operation resulted. Recognizing his co-workers were one of his greatest resources, career mentoring and succession planning became a staple of his leadership. Skilled management teams were created, ready to become the next generation of leaders. This intentional development led Roger to his current position as Assistant Vice President of Administrative Services and Facilities where he provides administrative leadership to the managers of print, mail, fulfillment, corporate records, security, and facilities.
Believing in giving back to an industry that helped shape his career, association work best provided that opportunity. A member of the Graphic Media Alliance Board of Directors since 2009, he has served as finance chair and board chairman and most recently as second vice chair for the Printing Industries of America Board. Both opportunities came with the privilege of being the first in-plant director elected. He also serves on the XPLOR International Board, focusing on providing education for transactional printers.
Roger enjoys family time with his children, grandchildren, and his sweetheart Lynne, especially boating together at the lake. An avid musician, Roger has been a church music worship director for over 35 years.
“Utilizing the G7® methodology has enabled us to provide our customers with superior print quality by providing accurate color on every production run—from proof to press, and press to press. We have been able to maximize our print efficiencies by eliminating on-press adjustments and color subjectivity from the printing process. G7 also ensures that our customers’ in-store consumers see a consistent color representation and close visual appearance of their offerings throughout their stores.”
Industry digital inkjet leader Scott Schinlever has re-joined Electronics For Imaging, Inc. in a new role as chief operating officer for EFI’s global inkjet business. Schinlever, has been charged with further expanding EFI’s market-leading industrial inkjet portfolio, while facilitating the analog-to-digital transformation throughout the industry for EFI’s current and future customers. Schinlever is responsible for all equipment, ink, and service solutions throughout the vast EFI™ portfolio in Display Graphics, Textiles, Packaging and Building Materials.
Schinlever, who most recently was president and COO of Automation Solutions for Tolland, Connecticut-based Gerber Technology, had a long career managing the marketing, growth and development of EFI VUTEk® printers and other EFI inkjet technologies. He joined the digital print industry in the late 1990s, working with the Xerox® Office Systems Group. In 2001, he took on a marketing position at the pioneering superwide-format printer manufacturer VUTEk, a company EFI acquired in 2005. Schinlever continued to rise through the ranks at EFI following that acquisition, becoming senior vice president and general manager for EFI Inkjet Solutions – the company’s largest business unit – before joining Gerber Technology in 2018.
As the visionary leader at NPI - Nameplates Inc., Brooke Hamilton spearheads innovation and excellence in the product identification solutions industry. With a passion for precision and a keen eye for detail, Brooke has transformed NPI into a trailblazer in high-quality, customized nameplate and durable decal solutions.
Founded over 50 years ago, NPI is a proud, three-generation, woman-owned business. Brooke continues the legacy started by her grandmother, followed by her mother, making their mark with resilience, empowerment, and dedication to excellence. Under Brooke's dynamic leadership, NPI has seen unprecedented growth, expanding its reach and refining its product offerings to meet the evolving needs of a global market.
Specializing in industrial nameplates and decals, NPI caters to heavy-duty industries including oil and gas, HVAC, aerospace, and OEM equipment. Recently, NPI has expanded its product line to include visual communications, further showcasing their innovative spirit and adaptability. In 2021, Brooke launched sticker918.com, an online sticker company serving both B2B and B2C markets, demonstrating her entrepreneurial drive and innovative spirit.
NPI's exceptional contributions were recognized when it was named the Tulsa Regional Chamber Manufacturer of the Year in 2016. Brooke's outstanding leadership and impact in the industry earned her the Women in Manufacturing Step Ahead Award, the Tulsa Business and Legal News Women of Distinction award, and she was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 by Tulsa People Magazine. NPI also received the OK Dream it Do it Award of Excellence in 2017.
Brooke has served on the PRINTING United Alliance's Board of Directors and Executive Committee since 2018 and is currently serving as the Board Chair. She also serves as a board member for the Port Authority, via a mayoral appointment, a Board Member of the Tulsa Country Club, and is a member of the TRC Manufacturers Council. She is also the Past Board President of GPI in 2020 and a Past Board Member of the Tulsa Sports Commission. Additionally, she is a Past Board Member of the Tulsa Regional Chamber and the Small Business Connection.
Ford Bowers is CEO of PRINTING United Alliance, formerly the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA). PRINTING United Alliance is the combined entity of SGIA, Printing Industries of America (PIA) and NAPCO Media. Ford entered the printing industry in 2006 as an account manager for Miller Zell, a leading retail/POP print and service provider in Atlanta. He became the vice president and general manager of the Graphic Center at Miller Zell in 2008, leading the company through the transition from analog (screen and litho) to mostly digital print production. In January of 2016, he became the president and CEO of SGIA, now PRINTING United Alliance, where he continues to further the organization’s initiative of providing unparalleled education, events, government affairs, health and safety, research and development, leading publications and more; across all printing communities.
Directors
Mark Bailey currently serves as Sr Manager, Channel Sales Decorator & Digital Solutions Team, SanMar Corporation. Mark has worked in the promotional apparel industry since 1993 starting in the Premium and Incentive Industry until joining the SanMar family in 1998. His time at SanMar includes territory, regional, strategic, and channel sales roles. Since 2009, Mark has focused exclusively on working with decorators and manages the Decorator & Digital Solutions team.
Mark has three adult children and resides in New Hampshire. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Johnson and Wales University in Providence, RI. His interests are in landscaping, building utilizing reclaimed materials, travel, boating and striped sea bass fishing when in season.
Eric Blohm, President and COO of Freedom Graphic Systems, has over 40 years of experience in data-driven direct marketing and print solutions. He has led Freedom’s operations, expansion, and strategic vision across four locations for the past decade. Previously, he held leadership roles at Innovairre and spent 27 years at Quad Graphics in manufacturing, technology, sales, and marketing. A graduate of Cardinal Stritch University, Eric has completed executive programs at Kellogg School of Management and Wisconsin School of Business.
Dan Crownover is President of Texas Nameplate, a third-generation industrial metal nameplate manufacturer. He drives innovation in manufacturing processes, materials, and technology while advancing sustainability and employee-centered leadership. A Texas Tech University graduate, Dan gained international experience in beef processing before joining the family business. He serves on the board of GPI (2021–2025) and actively contributes to Printing United through expos, legislative initiatives, and industry committees.
Betsy Davis, Chief Marketing Officer at Sandy Alexander, has over 25 years of experience in print industry sales and marketing, partnering with leading national brands across multiple sectors. She launched the Color Bar podcast and Glimpse thought leadership platform, elevating Sandy Alexander’s industry influence. Betsy serves on the Dscoop Board of Directors and has held advisory roles with HP and Canon. She is recognized for bridging technology and creativity to deliver measurable results while fostering industry collaboration and innovation.
Jaime Herand is the Vice President of Graphics Operations of Orbus Exhibit and Display Group. Since joining Orbus in January 2005, she has played an instrumental role in Orbus’ growth to a market-leader in the display, exhibit, and event solutions industry.
In addition to her leadership responsibilities at Orbus, she sits on the PrUA's Women in Print Council. She is also a member of Chief, an organization specifically designed for senior women leaders.
Jaime has been widely quoted in several print and digital publications, including Sign & Digital Graphics, Exhibit City News, Sign Builder Illustrated, Printing News, My Print Resource, and Digital Output.
She holds a B.S. in Visual Communication from The Design School at Arizona State University.
Mike Herold is Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing at EMT International, leading global growth for innovative finishing equipment. With 25+ years in technology marketing and 16 years in inkjet, he has held senior roles at Ricoh and IBM, driving customer insights into market-leading solutions. Mike is a recognized leader in digital print, labels, and packaging, and also teaches marketing strategy at the University of Colorado Denver’s Graduate School of Business.
Deborah A. Hutcheson is the Director of Business Development and Distribution at Agfa, leading strategic growth initiatives in UV and water-based inkjet systems. With more than 40 years of experience in graphic communications, she has held leadership roles across applications, business development, sales, and marketing at Agfa North America. Prior to joining Agfa, she developed deep expertise in wide-format inkjet, workflow, and color imaging within the print and signage sectors. The Hutcheson family is actively involved in the graphics industry; her husband, Don, is the founder of G7, and her son, Andrew, runs a film production company.
Eric Kahle currently serves as Chief Revenue Officer for Visual Marking Systems, a custom graphics provider of OEM product identification, vehicle wraps, wide-format graphics, and decorated apparel, located in Twinsburg, Ohio. Eric manages the Sales and Customer Relations teams at VMS and is responsible for revenue growth, while optimizing the business’s bottom line. Eric joined the company in 2017 and is in his 6th year of a 10-year management trainee program which will prepare him to serve as CEO of the company upon his father, Dolf Kahle’s retirement. In addition to his responsibilities at VMS, Eric serves as VP of Operations of Badlime Promo & Apparel, VMS’s sister company, that specializes in screen print, embroidery, digitally printed solutions, and fulfillment. Since the company’s inception in 2018, Eric has managed production and administrative functions while working to develop a strong team to run the day-to-day operations of the business.
Eric graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a focus in management and finance. After college, he worked in operations at Bausch and Lomb and then in logistics. Eric is a PDAA Master Certified Installer, sat on the Next Generation Committee for SGIA as a co-chair, and received the Screen-Printing Magazine Rising Star award in 2019. Eric enjoys spending time with his wife, Brittany and their two-year old daughter, Rose.
Michael grew up in Kansas City, Kansas the son of a neighborhood grocery store owner. He is the youngest of five siblings. After graduating from high school, he moved to Houston, Texas to attend business school at the University of Houston. Graduating in 1988 he was hired by Consolidated Graphics and was the first member of the Consolidated executive training program. It was during this time that he met and married his wife Beth. After six years with Consolidated they moved back to Kansas City starting a position in sales at Trabon Printing Company. In 2004 he was promoted to Sales Manager and in 2008 was promoted to President, a role which he still serves today.
Trabon specializes in the printing of menus and other marketing collateral using custom build software for over 100 national restaurant brands. Michael has held the position of Chairman of the PIAMA Board as well as having a board position for the PIA national board. He also has a 21-year-old son, Ethan who attends the University of Kansas.
Academically Dr. Saur has split his time between finance and behavioral science. He holds a Ph.D. in International Business Development from the University of Southern Mississippi, where he concentrated on descriptive decision theory; a Master in Business Administration (concentration in finance) from the University of Notre Dame; and a Bachelor of Science (Accounting / Economics) from State University of New York at Fredonia. In addition he holds multiple professional accounting licenses (CPA and CMA).
Tim lives in Rochester, NY with his wife and three children.
Jed Seifert is Co-founder of Stakes Manufacturing, a leading U.S. print-on-demand provider serving top brands in sports, entertainment, and e-commerce. Stakes is recognized for production excellence and inclusive hiring, employing 10% of staff with developmental disabilities and earning APSE’s National Employer of the Year award. Jed advocates for disability inclusion through speaking, legislation, and advisory roles, and co-authored INKclusivity: Company Benefits of Disability Inclusion. He also serves on boards including Printing United Alliance and the CEO Commission for Disability Employment.
Pramit Sen is the Vice President and General Manager at CCL Healthcare. He has been with CCL since 2002, marking 24 years, serving in a variety of roles across Canada, the USA, and Greater China, and is currently based again in the USA. Before joining CCL, he owned and operated a graphic design and photography business in India for 15 years.
Ken VanHorn, Sr. Vice President at Mimaki USA and member of its Corporate Planning Division, has extensive leadership experience across major print technology companies. Since joining Mimaki in 2014, he has advanced business development and strategic initiatives. Previously, he held senior roles at HP, EFI, Roland DGA, and Encad. A former ISA Chairman, he currently serves on the Printing United Alliance Suppliers/Manufacturers Council. Ken is a U.S. Navy veteran and holds executive certifications from Chapman University and M.I.T.