The Dscoop Podcast

Dscoop is a collection of industry mavericks — people around the world who aren’t afraid to make mistakes, to push the envelope and to eagerly share ideas with others. Kjetil Hovland is the epitome of that description. When he's outside, skiing in the nearby mountains or boating on the picturesque fjord next to his office, Kjetil is peaceful in his element. He loves the fresh air, mountains and gl...

In the 1990s, "we really had an identity crisis," recalls Brian Benson, CEO and Founder of  Benson Integrated Marketing Solutions , based in Alpharetta, GA, USA. Was his business a print company? An apparel provider? A promotional products vendor? "People wondered, 'What do you really do? Why are you different?'" Today, Brian and his firm know exactly who they are and why they matter to custo...

The team at  LPi  believes that vibrant churches matter — that they're life-changing places deserving of highly impressive and integrated communication services. They're on a mission to help these clients connect with their congregations. To say LPi produces and delivers  print and digital church bulletins  is an understatement. LPi currently works with more than 4,000 Catholic...

"Our customer service team talks to a beekeeper," says James Nilles in this episode of the "Unvarnished" video interview series, "and then they talk to a beer brewer, and the next one wants technical labels." As General Manager of  online label provider etikett.de, part of CCL Label , James relishes the power and beauty of delivering impressive labels to a huge breadth of brands and markets....

The Link is a new virtual series where each conversation is a deep dive into a Dscooper's experience with industry collaboration. The idea is to shine a spotlight on how, when and why members of the Dscoop global community join forces and share business opportunities, new ideas, friendly tips, tools and resources, and more. The first episode of The Link (video replay above) features  Jon Bail...

In this webinar, Greg Kestler, product manager of narrow format digital and offset media, will introduce General Formulations' Narrow Format Digital (NFD) product line and the Graphic Arts market segments they serve. He will take a deep dive into the widest array of solutions for label and signage applications available for HP Indigo presses. With 17 individual products utilizing a combination of...

Kate Dunn from Evolve Sales Group has amazing energy, along with a refreshingly straightforward approach and style. She also has great insight into what it takes to succeed in print sales, whether there's a pandemic or not. Kate shares a heap of great sales concepts in this interview. Kate is a highly respected print industry veteran, with experiences at Xerox and KeyPoint Intelligence (formerly k...

Bill Gillespie has been in the print industry for 44 years and has written more than $100 million in business. He loves the industry - and sharing ideas with fellow printers. Bill isn't just a print salesperson and sales manager; he's a sales motivator. In this interview, Bill shares his views on the current state of sales and why now is as good a time as any to find opportunities. Bill points out...

Stephen Yu of Willow Data Strategy obviously knows data -- he has been in the data and analytics industry for 35 years. What's better, he understands how to connect data to make it understandable and usable for marketers and designers. In this interview, Stephen uses stories and examples to illustrate his four pillars of successful personalization campaigns: data, analytics, creative and delivery....

With COVID-19's impact on the economy, disaster loans can provide vital assistance to qualified businesses. Every U.S. business owner should hear this, as you may be surprised by what is still available to help you mitigate loss of revenue. In this recording, Jennell K. Taylor, Economic Development Specialist in the Georgia District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), provided...

Several Dscoop members are making bold moves in these uncertain times, including investing in new equipment and technology. Three of them shared their experiences during a global online Idea Xchange session. Here is the session recording, and you'll want to stay for the lively Q&A at the end. You can also ask your own questions in the comments field, and we'll make sure to get you answers: PSP...

It's not an easy time to be a company owner or manager -- changes are occurring quickly and dramatically for your team and your business. If you're feeling uneasy today, you're not alone! The leader of the session is Davide Medri, a senior training consultant with a long history of experience working with Graphic Arts firms and many other businesses. As Davide says, we are living in a "VUCA" world...

The COVID-19 crisis has led to seven "megatrends," according to HP's Victoria Andersen, and she says digital print is ideally positioned to address many of those trends for brands. The slide she presents at the 49:10 mark of this episode was a highlight of the second APJ Town Hall discussion. Andersen, HP Indigo Regional Brand Innovation & Sustainability Lead, shared insight about today’s best...

The world is undergoing huge changes as the pandemic affects everything in our lives and livelihood. In order for business leaders to support their employees, they have to make huge changes, too. Listen to the Dscoop Podcast with our guest, Executive Coach Beth Miller, to learn the hits, misses and trends that she’s seeing in leadership today. You’ll hear: The three biggest shifts in leadership Ne...

Many PSPs are leaning on each other during these uncertain times, seeking opportunities to listen, share ideas and ask for guidance. That’s exactly what happened in this excellent Idea Xchange held for Dscoop members in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region. Idea Xchange EMEA attendees asked questions and received advice from colleagues who are entering new markets and making other move...

Through this unprecedented time, PSPs have shown undeniable innovation, creativity and collaboration. In this webinar recording, you'll see -- and learn from -- innovative print applications, business models and creative strategies from around the world. Presenter Vivian Cohen Leisorek, Head of Customer Business Development for HP Indigo, believes that a critical component of HP’s commitment to co...

As the pandemic continues -- and after it's over -- here is what printers need to know now regarding employee communication, engagement activities, retention, talent attraction and branding. Three HR experts at HP Inc. delivered great insight in the webinar: Sowjanya Reddy, Head of Human Resources, Greater Asia Shelly Raipal, Head of Human Resources, Singapore Talleah Teo, Talent Acquisition Direc...

During times like these, open and honest communication among Dscoop community members is invaluable. That's exactly what happened at this online discussion and Q&A for members in the Americas region. The "Ask Me Anything" session was guided by Kirk McLean , General Manager--HP Industrial GTM. He has been at HP since 2016 and has been in the print industry for nearly 30 years. "Change is the on...

Whether you're working from home or re-entering your workplace, the pandemic has taken a toll on our energy. In this video, speaker and author Chris Baréz-Brown, founder of Upping Your Elvis , reveals innovative approaches to help keep your creativity and motivation high while achieving bottom-line goals. The way we're working is changing at warp-speed, Chris points out, and printers can view the...

Colour is Marcin Dąbrowski 's passion -- how it's formed, how it's perceived by people, and how it influences behavior and actions. The founder/owner of the company eM and the eM Academy shares his passion with the Dscoop audience in this enlightening webinar. Marcin's session was a blend of information and inspiration, as he shared different ways colour is produced, described, felt, and used. He...

There has never been a better time to talk openly with each other — to share questions and advice on getting through this challenging time the best we can. That's exactly what happened in the first Dscoop Idea Xchange meeting. At the first-ever Dscoop Idea Xchange, about 35 people joined remotely to chat about their concerns, goals, and best practices. Rick Bellamy, CEO of RPI and Dscoop’s America...

When you think about it, our ability to be successful depends on our ability to successfully communicate with others. This webinar provides us with a powerful and easy-to-use approach that will literally improve every conversation you ever have again! Watch or listen to the recording. The Communication Code was co-created by best-selling authors and leadership development gurus, Steve Cockram...

Dscoop members in the EMEA region participated in an open discussion on May 13, 2020, that addressed their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. The session was led by Cristobal Macedo, General Manager HP GTM, Industrial EMEA. Cristobal, who joined from Barcelona, Spain, talked about different ways HP has confronted the pandemic and is working to support its employees' safety and its customers' business...

Feeling challenged in a small living space with your family, or working from home with kids who are trying to get your attention all the time? You're not alone, and this webinar can help. In this session, psychiatrist and mental wellness expert Dr. Wilona Annuciation presents ways to maintain harmonious family relationships during the COVID-19 lockdown. The webinar is part 2 of Dr. Wilona's three-...

Dscoop members in the APJ region participated in an open discussion on May 12, 2020, that addressed their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. The session was led by Oran Sokol , Director and General Manager of HP Graphics Industrial Business, Asia Pacific, and Dan Attew , Head of Product and Solutions, Asia Pacific. Oran and Dan outlined how HP is supporting its customers and partners during the COVID-...