We are celebrating the semi-retirement of our Human Resources Specialist, Ann Hoover. Here are some words from Ann about her career journey and what's coming next: "I’ve had a fulfilling journey in life and the printing industry. After graduating high school in 1973 and marrying my husband, Rick, in 1974, I began my printing career in 1975 with Corley Printing Company as an administrative assistant. Over the years, I grew alongside the industry, witnessing its transformation from manual processes to tech-driven efficiency. When Publishers’ Graphics purchased Corley in 2013, I was fortunate to continue under the leadership of Nick and Kathleen Lewis, who have built a company to be proud of. This November marks 49 years in printing, and I plan to semi-retire in January, hoping to reach the 50-year milestone in 2025. Retirement brings exciting possibilities: travel, nature-filled mornings, coffee, and many motorcycle rides with Rick—a passion we’ve shared since the beginning. Life has been an incredible ride, and I’m looking forward to what’s next!"
Publishers’ Graphics Achieves ISO 9001 Certification. Earth City, Missouri - December 12, 2024 Publishers’ Graphics, an industry leader in book manufacturing, is pleased to announce today that it has earned ISO 9001 certification. The comprehensive system audits covered every aspect of operations. "Any company that has been through the certification process knows that achieving ISO 9001 certification is demanding," said Nick Lewis, President of Publishers’ Graphics. "Each individual in our operations must be wholly dedicated to the pursuit of quality. By scrutinizing our enterprise at every level, we assure that our customers are receiving superior customer service and the highest quality products." ISO 9001 is a quality management system standard that was developed by the International Organization for Standardization, which is an association of governmental and nongovernmental organizations from many countries. The ISO 9001 standard is utilized to certify quality management systems that focus on continuous improvement, customer satisfaction and the active involvement of both management and employees in a process-based approach. “Fulfilling the strict requirements of the ISO 9001 standard highlights our focus and commitment to deliver total customer satisfaction,” Nick Lewis said.
We are excited to welcome our new Human Resources Manager, Michelle Kann to our team! Michelle joins PG eager to learn all about the publishing and book distribution world. After graduating from Florida State University and Saint Louis University School of Law, Michelle began her career in recruiting and human resources and hasn’t looked back! She loves working with people and fostering amazing work environments and is so happy to be part of the PG Team. Outside of work, Michelle works pro-bono as a chauffeur, chef, laundry master, and soccer and basketball mom to her two boys, Max and Henry – who keep her plenty busy!
In 2024,we have welcomed two new talented print industry experts to our team, Matt Conmy has joined as our new Director of Sales, Gara Allen is our new Account Coordinator. Matt joins PG with 34+ years of publishing and book distribution experience. Matt worked with hundreds of publishers while at Rittenhouse and most recently as Director of Operations. Prior to Rittenhouse, Matt held senior management VP and Senior Director Sales positions at Springer Science + Business Media and Springer Publishing Company. Matt began his career at CRC Press followed by Academic Press. Matt and Andrea live in his hometown of Madison, NJ with their golden retriever Gibbs. Their daughter Cydney is a graduate of Suffolk University, Boston and lives in the Boston area. Matt has known Nick and Kathleen Lewis from his time at Springer SBM and is excited to join the PG team and work with new publishing partners. Gara comes to PG with a wealth of publishing industry knowledge, having worked in account management with publishers for over 22 years. We're so excited to have her on the team!
As we turn the page on another year, we’re reminded that the best stories are made richer by the characters who share them with us. This holiday season, may your days be filled with cozy moments, cherished traditions, and stories—both new and familiar—that inspire joy and wonder. On behalf of our customers and employees at Publishers' Graphics, we are proud to support two incredible organizations this year: Boy’s Town and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. These donations reflect our gratitude and commitment to giving back to the communities that inspire and uplift us all to be our best - the future generation. Please note our holiday closures: Wednesday, December 25, 2024 Wednesday, January 1, 2025 From our family to yours, thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to a new chapter brimming with possibilities in the year ahead. Wishing you warmth, peace, and endless inspiration this holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at Publishers' Graphics
Earth City, Missouri - December 12, 2024 Publishers’ Graphics, an industry leader in book manufacturing, is pleased to announce today that it has earned ISO 9001 certification. The comprehensive system audits covered every aspect of operations. "Any company that has been through the certification process knows that achieving ISO 9001 certification is demanding," said Nick Lewis, President of Publishers’ Graphics. "Each individual in our operations must be wholly dedicated to the pursuit of quality. By scrutinizing our enterprise at every level, we assure that our customers are receiving superior customer service and the highest quality products." ISO 9001 is a quality management system standard that was developed by the International Organization for Standardization, which is an association of governmental and nongovernmental organizations from many countries. The ISO 9001 standard is utilized to certify quality management systems that focus on continuous improvement, customer satisfaction and the active involvement of both management and employees in a process-based approach. “Fulfilling the strict requirements of the ISO 9001 standard highlights our focus and commitment to deliver total customer satisfaction,” Nick Lewis said.
At Publishers' Graphics, we value the hard work, dedication, and passion that each of our team members brings every day. As a gesture of our gratitude, we’re thrilled to announce that we are continuing our 28-year tradition of gifting all employees a Christmas bonus! This bonus is a reflection of the incredible efforts you’ve put into making this year a success and a way for us to share in the joy of the season together. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished as a team, and we look forward to an even brighter year ahead in 2025. Thank you for being an essential part of the PG family. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and restful holiday season! Warm regards, Nick & Kathleen Lewis Publishers' Graphics
West Chicago, Il. July 23, 2024 Publishers’ Graphics, a premier short run and POD book manufacturer, is pleased to announce a partnership with Login, the largest Canadian-owned book distributor. The partnership, known as Login POD, will provide a seamless POD solution for both US and Canadian publishers. Just launched in June 2024, Login POD will operate in Login’s Corporate Headquarters and Distribution Centre in Winnipeg, Canada. This solution is a print on demand, warehousing, and delivery system, allowing books to be printed, packaged, and shipped from a centralized location. This exciting new venture will greatly improve the overall customer experience as the two companies work together to provide fast, high-quality print-on-demand services in Canada. Working with Login POD, and having books printed in a facility already prepared for immediate B2B and D2C delivery will help publishers save on freight, reduce delivery lead-times, and improve their presence in the Canadian marketplace by ensuring greater accessibility of their titles nationwide. Publishers’ Graphics has a proven track record in manufacturing short run and POD books. Cleary focused on quality and turn-times, Publishers’ Graphics manufacturing capabilities will provide both US and Canadian publishers exceptional books. Login has a reputation for successfully adapting to the complex industry landscape and delivering consistent, professional service.