IPIA AND PRINT MASTERMIND FORGE A STRENGTHENED ALLIANCE

Through the collaboration, both communities will benefit from enhanced access to insight, training, networking opportunities and initiatives designed to strengthen capability across the sector. By aligning their respective strengths – the IPIA’s advocacy, representation and industry connectivity, alongside Print Mastermind’s focus on coaching, commercial development and peer-to-peer learning – the alliance is positioned to deliver meaningful, practical value to members of both organisations. “Alliances like this are essential to the long-term health of our industry. By bringing together complementary expertise and communities, we can create a stronger, more connected ecosystem that supports innovation, resilience and sustainable growth. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to helping print businesses navigate change and unlock new opportunities," says Alasdair Browne, Chair of the IPIA. Supporting industry evolution At its core, the initiative reflects a broader shift within the industry, as print businesses evolve beyond traditional production models towards more consultative, service-led roles. Supporting that transition – through shared knowledge, expertise and community engagement – sits at the heart of the collaboration. "I work with print businesses every day, and one of the things I recognise is that there is a gap between those who are growing and those who are stuck. This collaboration is about closing that gap. Creating space for better thinking, conversations, and arming people with the right tools and knowledge to make better decisions. I'm extremely excited to be forging this alliance with the IPIA and can't wait to see the impact we can make, working together,” says Colin Sinclair McDermott, Founder of Print Mastermind.

The alliance will see increased integration across both organisations' events, educational content, membership support benefits and community initiatives – creating new opportunities for members to connect, share insight and develop their businesses. “Both the IPIA and Print Mastermind focus on supporting print businesses to evolve – whether that’s through developing their business models, moving into new markets, or expanding their industry connections. By working together, we can deliver enhanced practical value and meaningful engagement. It enables both organisations to extend the support we provide – creating more opportunities for collaboration, learning and growth across both communities,” says Brendan Perring, General Manager of the IPIA. By combining their reach and complementary areas of expertise, the IPIA and Print Mastermind aim to help foster a more dynamic, engaged and forward-looking industry – one that is better equipped to demonstrate the enduring value of print within modern communications.

Suggested Picture Captions: 1 – The IPIA and Print Mastermind have founded a new alliance to better support their respective communities and strengthen the long-term health of the UK print industry 2 – “This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to helping print businesses navigate change and unlock new opportunities," says Alasdair Browne, Chair of the IPIA 3 – “I'm extremely excited to be forging this alliance with The IPIA and can't wait to see the impact we can make, working together,” says Colin Sinclair McDermott, Founder of Print Mastermind 4 – (L to R) Brendan Perring, General Manager of the IPIA and Colin Sinclair McDermott, Founder of Print Mastermind, share a passion for supporting the UK print industry to grow and thrive for the long-term

About the IPIA

Founded in 1992, the IPIA is a print industry, not for profit, membership association. It is deeply committed to supporting its members and helping them excel by expanding their business horizons, grow using targeted member collaboration, adapt to ever evolving market forces, and thrive through mutual support.

About Print Mastermind

Print Mastermind’s mission is simple: to give print business owners the training, tools, accountability and community support they need to build more profitable, sustainable businesses. It provides an international online training platform and community built specifically for printing, signage, garment decoration, promotional, labels and packaging businesses.

Print Mastermind delivers weekly community meet ups, a growing library of training content, monthly challenges, tools and templates, and exclusive strategic partner discounts - all designed using real-life challenges from the print industry.

For Further Information: Brendan Perring, IPIA: brendan@ipia.org.uk Colin Sinclair McDermott, Print Mastermind: colin@theonlineprintcoach.com