Cal Poly Team Takes Fifth Consecutive Win at the 2024 Xplor Summit for the Association’s Annual Design Competition

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Lutz, FL – October 2, 2024 – Xplor International, the worldwide electronic document systems association, today announced the winners of their 2024 Communication Design Competition. Sponsored by Quadient, the annual contest is open to university students and challenges them to conceptualize and present a real-life application design, while having a bit of fun.

Participating teams from California Polytechnic State University’s Graphic Communication Department and the Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science each consisted of up to five student members from their university. A team can only submit one entry, but the university can have multiple teams. Each student can only participate on one team.

A total of eight teams competed at the university level, with the top team from each university advancing to present their solution on Wednesday, September 25th during the 2024 Xplor Summit. Quadient and Xplor presented the winning team with the 2024 Xplor Communication Design Competition Victory Cup on stage later that afternoon.

This year’s runner up is a team from the Rochester Institute of Technology Department of Packaging and Graphic Media Science and includes Sophia Inglis, Owen Kimbrough, Jeffrey Liu and Aoife Plunkett. Their faculty advisor is Dr. Malcolm Keif.

The winners of the 2024 design competition are from California Polytechnic State University’s Graphic Communication Department, or Cal Poly, and the team includes Olivia Cooper, Hailey Jones, Malia McCaig, Amelia Petroff, and Ella Williamson. Their faculty advisor is associate professor Dina Vees.

“Seeing the passion and talent from the two teams along with the poise and confidence of the students at this point in their careers is mind-blowing,” says Skip Henk, President and CEO of Xplor International. “The design competition truly is a highlight of our annual event and I want to thank all the teams for their dedication as well as Quadient for their investment in supporting this wonderful program.”

The winners were selected based on their team’s presentation and explanation of the redesign to a panel of judges. In addition to travel stipends, each participant received a complimentary full-summit pass to the annual event where they attended educational sessions and panels, a career speed dating session and networked with other attendees and our exhibitors.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver, and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

Xplor enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

Pat McGrew, M-EDP, to Present a Keynote at 2024 Xplor Summit

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Lutz, FL – September 3, 2024 – Xplor International, the worldwide electronic document systems association, today announced that Pat McGrew, M-EDP, CMP, Managing Director of McGrewGroup Inc., will be presenting the keynote address to kick-off the 2024 summit on September 24th. The event takes place September 24-26, at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista (Disney Springs Area) in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. To register, visit register.xplor.org/summit.

Her session titled “Where in the World is Pat McGrew? An Xploring Life!” will delve into over 30 years’ and 30 countries’ worth of stories and experiences to share. Attendees will find out what’s new from the big shows since the last Xplor Summit, and also about the richness and friendships a life in print and communication brings. From Australia to Austria, Singapore to Sweden, Brazil to Belgium, Pat will share her learnings and advice, and the value of Xploring.

Since there are many journeys, Pat will expand the sharing! For the second half of her keynote, she mustered up a star-filled array of luminaries to share their perspectives on how far we have come, and what they see on the horizon. Pat will moderate a panel with Ernie Crawford, M-EDP, Roger P. Gimbel, EDP, and Mia Papanicolaou, who each bring unique backgrounds we can learn from.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver, and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

Xplor enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

Xplor International Awards Four University Scholarships for 2024

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Lutz, FL – August 29, 2024 – Xplor International today announced that they have awarded four member scholarships for the 2024-25 school year. The recipients include:

  • Yesenia Beltran, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
  • Keilana Calder, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
  • Eric Dennis, EDA, Georgia Southern University
  • Morgan Mulkey, Kennesaw State University

In 2010, Xplor decided to go beyond its traditional member offerings to help promote and support the next generation of industry professionals. The Xplor Member Scholarship program was founded to provide financial assistance to Xplor members and their immediate families who are pursuing careers in the field of document and communication technology including such studies as web design, marketing, IT, business, print, cyber security, etc.

The program is funded by the Xplor Association Partners and the Herman L. Gimbel and Audrey M. Gimbel Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Qualifications for an Xplor Scholarship include being an Xplor member (or immediate family) and maintaining a 3.0 GPA at an accredited master, four-year or two-year college or university degree program in the United States or Canada. Scholarship recipients were selected based on their application submission, response to an essay question, academic achievement, participation in school activities, and service to the community.

“For 14 years now, we have done our best to support the next generation of print professionals,” says Skip Henk, President and CEO of Xplor International. “Thank you to our Association Partners for supporting this great program and we look forward to awarding more next year!”

Xplor 2024 Association Partners include: Platinum – Gimbel & Associates, Gold – Crawford Technologies and Quadient, Silver – Quantre Solutions and Solimar Systems, Bronze – Canon Solutions America

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver, and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

Xplor enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

Industry Leaders Support the 2024 Xplor Summit

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Lutz, FL – August 20, 2024 – Xplor International, the worldwide electronic document systems association, today announced the line-up of summit sponsors for the 2024 Summit, being held September 24-26, at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista (Disney Springs Area) in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. To register, visit register.xplor.org/summit.

“A big thank you to all of our summit sponsors,” said Skip Henk, EDP, President and CEO of Xplor International. “Without you, there would be no summit, and your continued support allows us to consistently produce this educational and fun event, each and every year.”

  • Diamond Summit Sponsors
    • Crawford Technologies – Wednesday Reception Co-Sponsor
    • Gimbel & Associates – Beverage Breaks, Tuesday Lunch, Awards Ceremony, Educational Tracks
    • Quadient – Mobile App, Lanyards, University Communication Design Competition
    • RenderX, Inc. – Wednesday Reception Co-Sponsor
  • Sapphire Summit Sponsors
    • Canon Solutions America – Attendee Bags
    • The Cincinnati Insurance Companies – Printed Event Guides
    • Joanne Gore Communications (JGC) – Morning Tea
    • McGrewGroup Inc. – Registration
    • OSG – General Session Panel
    • Solimar Systems, Inc. – Booth Scramble, Lunch & Learn, Career Speed Dating

2024 Summit Vendor Forum:

  • Allyant, Crawford Technologies, Equidox PDF Accessibility Solutions, FCI CCM Inc., FedEx Office, Gimbel & Associates, Kyocera, MHC, OSG, Papyrus Software, Quadient, Racami, RenderX, Inc., Solimar Systems, Inc.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver, and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

Xplor enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

2024 Application and Technology of the Year Award Winners Announced

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Lutz, FL — August 13, 2024 – Xplor International, the worldwide electronic document systems association, today announced the recipients of their 2024 Technology and Application of the Year Awards. The awards will be presented at a ceremony Tuesday, September 24, 2024, during the Summit event in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Application of the Year Award:

The Application of the Year Award is presented to an individual, a company, or an organization to recognize outstanding achievement in the imaginative application of current technology and/or unique implementation of existing digital document and communication systems. This award is open to members and non-members alike.

This year, Xplor presents two honorable mentions, in addition to the winner of the award.

  • The winner of the 2024 Xplor Application of the Year is OSG & InfoSlips for Transforming Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) to Patient-Centric Experiences.
  • An Honorable Mention is awarded to RRD for their Business Communication Intelligence.
  • A second Honorable Mention is awarded to Solimar Systems, Inc. for their Secure and Streamlined Printing of National Exam Books with JDF Job Tickets and Intelligent Workflow Automation.

Technology of the Year Award:

The Technology of the Year Award honors an individual, company or organization that has conceived and developed an original concept leading to a significant advancement in the industry. This can be a new program, product, or technology that notably enhances the capabilities of digital document and customer communication systems. This award is open to members and non-members alike.

This year, Xplor presents two honorable mentions, in addition to the winner of the award.

  • The winner of the 2024 Xplor Technology of the Year is Crawford Technologies’ AccessibilityNow® Translate.
  • An Honorable Mention is awarded to Quadient for their Inspire iForms
  • A second Honorable Mention is awarded to Papyrus Software for Papyrus PDF/UA for Accessibility.

“Advancements in technology, how people communicate and the solutions that address them continues to push the boundaries of technology and has made it more and more difficult for the Awards Committee,” says Skip Henk, EDP, President and CEO of Xplor International. “Congratulations to each of our 2024 award recipients and thank you to all who took the time to submit a nomination.”

Xplor International will also be announcing the recipients of additional awards during the 2024 Xplor Summit on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, during the awards ceremony.

For more information regarding the event, or to access the registration site, please visit register.xplor.org/summit. Questions should be directed to Register@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6170 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM (ET), Monday through Friday. Vendors interested in being a sponsor or exhibitor can contact Xplor HQ, at +1-813-949-6170 or via email at sales@xplor.org.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry.  Our members design, produce, implement, deliver, and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

Xplor enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

Agenda Populated for 2024 Xplor Summit

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Lutz, FL – July 30, 2024 – Xplor International today announced that the summit agenda for the 2024 Xplor Summit has been populated. The summit is being held September 24-26, 2024, in Lake Buena Vista, Florida at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, Disney Springs Area. View the agenda at: register.xplor.org/summit

The Education Committee researched the topics that dominate our industry and focused on two tracks: Business and Technology. Each track will offer sessions and discussions from beginner to intermediate, as well as sessions that anyone will enjoy which will cover everything from artificial intelligence to process automation.

The two-and-a-half-day event brings together end users, analysts, consultants, industry experts, and vendors dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. The event will feature educational sessions, birds of a feather discussions, general sessions, daily networking, and more.

Questions regarding the 2024 Xplor Summit can be directed to Register@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6170 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM (ET), Monday through Friday.

Vendors interested in exhibiting can email sales@xplor.org for more information.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the CCM and transactional communication industries. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor membership enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

2024 Scholarship Program Accepting Applications

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Association Scholarships are Open to Xplor Members and Their Immediate Families

Lutz, FL – June 18, 2024 –Xplor International, today announced that they are accepting applications for their 2024 scholarship program through the deadline of July 31, 2024.

In 2010, Xplor decided to go beyond its traditional member offerings to help promote and support the next generation of industry professionals. The Xplor Member Scholarship program was founded to provide financial assistance to Xplor members and their immediate families who are pursuing careers in the field of document and communication technology including such studies as web design, marketing, IT, business, print, cyber security, etc.

The program is funded by the generosity of Xplor Association Partners including Gimbel & Associates, Crawford Technologies, Quadient, Quantre Solutions, Smart Communications, Solimar Systems, and Canon Solutions America. In addition, the program is supported by The Herman L. Gimbel and Audrey M. Gimbel Memorial Scholarship Fund.

To qualify for an Xplor Scholarship, one must be a current Xplor member (or immediate family) and maintain a 3.0 GPA at a four-year or two-year college or university degree program in the United States or Canada. Incoming college freshman may also apply with the same GPA requirements.

This year’s essay question revolves around an ongoing topic in the industry, Artificial Intelligence. The question asks, “How do AI, customer communications, and the cloud interrelate?”

Scholarship recipients are selected based on their application submission, response to the essay question, as well as academic achievement, participation in school activities, and service to the community.

Each year scholarships are awarded in various denominations, up to $1000 USD. The 2024 deadline for applications is July 31st. For more information, or to apply, visit register.xplor.org/scholarship.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

We enhance organizational success and advance the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Florida, with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

 

Xplor Industry Award Nominations Now Open for 2024 Event

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Recognitions to include Application, Technology, as well as Lifetime Achievement Awards

Lutz, FL — May 15, 2024: Xplor International today issued their annual call for award nominations to be presented at their event, the 2024 Xplor Summit, September 24-26 at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs Area in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The deadline for nominations is July 15, 2024. For more information on the annual Xplor awards, or to nominate a company or individual, please visit register.xplor.org/awards.

Application of the Year Award
The Application of the Year Award is presented to an individual, a company or an organization to recognize outstanding achievement in the imaginative application of current technology and/or unique implementation of existing document and communication systems. This award is open to members and non-members.

Technology of the Year Award
The Technology of the Year Award honors an individual, company or organization that has conceived and developed an original concept leading to a significant advancement in the industry. This can be a new program, product or technology that notably enhances the capabilities of document and communication systems. This award is open to members and non-members.

Lifetime Achievement Award
Established in 2007, this award is given to an individual whose efforts and contributions have significantly changed the course and development of the digital document and customer communications industry. This award is open to members and non-members.

Xplorer of the Year
For over 20 years, Xplor International has honored an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the association. The Xplorer of the Year honors significant service to the association, dedication to the Xplor mission, and notable achievement promoting the interest of the electronic document systems industry.  Only current members of Xplor International, who are not on the Association Board of Directors, are eligible.

For more information regarding the 2024 Xplor Summit, or to register, visit register.xplor.org/summit. Questions should be directed to register@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6170.

Vendors interested in being an exhibitor or sponsor should contact sales@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6171.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor’s mission is to provide the education and resources necessary for the development of engaging customer communications.

We enhance organizational success and advance the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Florida, with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

2024 Xplor Summit Now Accepting Applications for the Annual Call for Presentations

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Lutz, FL – May 1, 2024 – Xplor International today announced that the Call for Presentations is now open for their annual event, the 2024 Xplor Summit. The event is being held September 24-26 at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista near Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

The two-and-a-half-day event brings together end users, analysts, consultants, industry experts, and vendors dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry. The event will feature educational sessions, birds of a feather discussions, general sessions, daily networking, and more.

For more information about the event, please visit Xplor.org/summit. To review session topics and see if your area of expertise is a fit , please visit and apply at register.xplor.org/summitCFP. All selected speakers receive a free summit pass to the two-and-a-half-day event. Submissions will be accepted through June 15th.

Questions regarding the 2024 Xplor Summit can be directed to Register@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6170 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM (ET), Monday through Friday.

Vendors interested in exhibiting can email sales@xplor.org for more information.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the CCM and transactional communication industries. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor membership enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org

First Timer Recognition Program Now Accepting Applications for 2024 Summit

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Lutz, FL – April 17, 2024 – Xplor International today announced the opening of the First Timer Recognition Program for their upcoming annual event, the 2024 Xplor Summit. The event is being held September 24-26 at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista near Disney Springs in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

The two-and-a-half-day event brings together end users, analysts, consultants, industry experts, and vendors dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the Customer Communications Management (CCM) industry.

Since 2016, the First Timer Recognition Program has provided over 300 event passes, valued at up to $1,299 each, to end-user attendees to introduce them to Xplor’s world-class educational forum. Xplor will once again recognize qualified first-time attendees by providing them with a complimentary summit pass and an open invitation to see what Xplor is about. The complimentary summit pass entitles the recipient to attend all Xplor educational sessions, general sessions, vendor forum and networking events.

“This program opens the door for companies of all sizes to see what our summit is all about with very little financial risk,” says Skip Henk, President and CEO of Xplor International. “We are happy to once again offer this program which brings many fresh ideas and perspectives while allowing the attendee to experience our educational content and world-class networking.”

To qualify, applicants must not have attended an Xplor annual event over the last 5 years, be employed by an end-user company, and stay at the host hotel. Hotel rooms can be secured through the Xplor block at the group rate of $165 (plus tax/resort fee). Interested parties must apply by August 31, 2024. The number of complimentary registrations is limited to 30 and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. You can apply here: register.xplor.org/summitFTRP

Questions regarding the 2024 Xplor Summit can be directed to Register@xplor.org or +1-813-949-6170 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM (ET), Monday through Friday.

Vendors interested in exhibiting can email sales@xplor.org for more information.

About Xplor International

Xplor International is a not-for-profit association dedicated to the education, evolution, and success of the CCM and transactional communication industries. Our members design, produce, implement, deliver and manage high-volume, highly regulated and highly personalized communications across all channels and in all formats.

Xplor membership enhances organizational success and advances the careers of our members by providing research, analyst access, industry certification, professional development, and educator guidance. Global members benefit from our in-person annual conference, virtual events, and networking opportunities.

Xplor International has its worldwide headquarters in Lutz, Florida with active membership across the globe.

Further information is available at www.xplor.org.

Xplor International Media Contact:
Chad Henk
Marketing Director
+1-813-949-6170
Chad@xplor.org