ConnectWe are looking forward to seeing you in Las Vegas next week and we wanted to share a few things with you before you go. You can also visit the Connect 2015 website at anytime for latest information about this exciting event!Name Badges and Schedule
Please stop by the EFI Registration Desk located at Registration Desk 2 near the Lafite Ballrooms. You will receive your badge and your conference kit which will include your schedule and other useful items. Registration hours are:

Tuesday, January 20th 7:30am – 6:30pm
Wednesday, January 21st 7:30am – 5:30pm
Thursday, January 22nd 7:30am – 6:00pm
Friday, January 23rd 7:30am – 12:00pm

Meals and Receptions
Join us each morning (W-F) from 7:00 – 8:00am for breakfast in the Latour 1-4 Ballrooms. Lunch will be available from 12:00 – 1:00pm Wednesday & Thursday in the Latour 1-4 Ballrooms.

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The Welcome Networking Reception will be held on Tuesday evening in the Lafite Ballroom 6:15–8:15pm.

The Sponsor Appreciation Reception will be held on Wednesday evening in the Lafite Ballroom 5:00–6:00pm.

A Closing Reception will be held on Friday afternoon in the Lafite Ballroom 12:15-1:15pm.

Keynote Sessions

Guy Gecht, EFI CEO, will present relevant industry updates and intriguing insights.
Marc Olin, EFI COO, and Gaby Matsliach, SVP/GM EFI Productivity Software, will launch the conference by providing the annual “EFI State of the Products” update, and other important EFI product announcements.
Thomas J. Quinlan III, President and CEO of RR Donnelley, will join Guy Gecht for an insightful fireside chat exploring Tom’s personal and professional story and how both he and RR Donnelley have been able to adapt as the industry goes through significant changes.
Andy Paparozzi, NAPL Chief Economist, will provide insight into the state of the printing industry.
Avi Reichental, President/CEO 3D Systems, will join Guy Gecht for an innovation fireside chat, exploring the world of 3D printing. Following the keynote, we’ll give away a 3D printer!

InfoTrends Business Development Track
InfoTrends’ Barb Pellow, Group Director, and Kate Dunn, Director, will be hosting the Business Development Track at the EFI Connect Worldwide Users’ Conference for the second consecutive year. Together, they will provide presentations created specifically to help owners, sales managers, marketing managers, and sales representatives grow their business in wide format, web-to-print, and related value-added graphics services. InfoTrends’ Business Development Track consists of four sessions repeated on Wednesday and Thursday, plus two additional sessions on Thursday afternoon. Topics during this track will include: Build a Strategic Marketing Plan, Opportunities for Market Growth, Why/How/Who to Target, How to Sell It, Promoting Your Business and Transforming Your Business to a MSP.
Click here for session details.

Dress Code
The dress code for the entire conference, including both of the receptions is Business Casual.

“Visit Our Sponsors” Sweepstakes
Would you like a chance to have up to three nights of your hotel stay at the Wynn covered by EFI or receive up to $400 off of your 2016 registration? Participate in the Visit Our Sponsors Sweepstakes! You will receive a card in your registration kit at check-in. Have it stamped by each vendor as you make your way through the Exhibit Hall. Then drop off the card at Registration Desk 2 before 6 p.m. on Thursday, January 22. Potential winners will be selected on Thursday after the General Session.  Rules posted here.

Conference Evaluations and Connect Conference Sweepstakes
Share your ideas or feedback on individual sessions or the overall conference! A hard-copy of the overall Connect feedback survey will be located in your registration kit and an email will be sent out post-Connect. Session evaluation surveys will be available and handed out in the rooms during the breakout sessions. You may fill out a hard copy and return to Registration Desk 2 or you may complete the form on the Connect 2015 mobile app. IDEA cards are available throughout the conference to provide feedback on any aspect of Connect or ideas for future events. Be sure to submit your IDEA cards and session evaluation surveys to be entered in our daily drawingsfor a chance to win $100 daily or a $150 grand prize. Potential winners will be notified via email. You need not be present to win.  Rules posted here.

2015 Connect PGSF Benefit Silent Auction
Check out the 2015 Connect PGSF Benefit Silent Auction in the Connect Solution Center. EFI and our Connect partners are offering over $20,000 worth of software and other great items with 100% of the proceeds from the auction going to support the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation. Review the auction items on your Connect App and visit the PGSF Silent Auction table in the Solution Center to place your bid. The silent auction will close at 6:00 PM on Thursday. Winners will be contact Friday morning. You need not be present to win.

Print and Graphics Scholarship FoundationThe Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) is a not-for-profit, private, industry-directed organization that dispenses undergraduate college scholarships and graduate fellowship assistance to talented men and women interested in graphic communication careers. The mission of the PGSF is “To strengthen the print and graphic communication industry by providing scholarship assistance.”

We also invite you to join industry business leaders and attend a powerful educational experience at the AMSP/NAPL/NAQP Executive Leadership Summit 2015, and enjoy a joint offering with Connect.

AMSPAMSP/NAPL/NAQP offers a comprehensive slate of business-building solutions that provides leaders in print, mail, fulfillment, and marketing services with management tools and professional development opportunities to help them make informed business decisions.

We’ll see you in Las Vegas!
The Connect 2015 Team

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Don’t forget about our handy mobile app! Click here for the full app user guide for app log-in information and other important information.

*Register for individual Connect sessions using the link on your event registration confirmation e-mail! By doing this, your personalized agendas will be displayed in the app’s “My Schedule” feature.

Connect 2015 app now available!

Thank You to our Connect 2015 Sponsors!

Connect 2015 Sponsors