The beginning of a new year also marks a turning point for a prominent in-plant association. Following a vote by members last month, the 36-year-old National Government Publishing Association will merge with the In-plant Printing and Mailing Association effective February 1. Leaders of both in-plant associations feel this will provide better value for all members, allowing for more growth and innovation.
Bellevue, Wash.
IT’S SAFE to say that no one left the 31st annual National Government Publishing Association (NGPA) conference thirsting for more information. Held in Bellevue, Wash., near Seattle, the meeting combined excellent educational sessions with a well-orchestrated plant tour that left many attendees breathless.
At the recent National Government Publishing Association conference, in Bellevue, Wash., speaker Wes Friesen, of Portland General Electric’s in-plant, listed 10 ways for in-plant managers to motivate their employees:
1. Personally thank them.