Annual EFI Users Conference January 23 26, 2018 Wynn Las Vegas TM Register today at www.efi.com/connect/registration Annual EFI Users Conference January 23 26, 2018 1
Connect 2017 was the largest conference ever, and Connect 2018 will be even bigger and better with more educational breakout sessions, industry-relevant keynote speakers, and networking opportunities that will help guide your business. Don t miss out on the personal aspects of this industry-leading user conference! Learn from the experts in our field as you blaze the trail for your business success in 2018! Connect 2018, January 23 26, at the Wynn Las Vegas is THE place to network with EFI experts, peers, and industry professionals all of whom are vested in helping your company succeed! It features four days of networking opportunities and educational sessions, including: Access to dozens of EFI experts, experienced in industry trends and technologies. 220 educational sessions and tools to help you get the most out of your EFI products. Networking with professionals and other print influencers to grow digital print. New technology and product advances on EFI products and services. Knowledge on how to integrate a streamlined automated workflow to increase your productivity and profits. And as you ve come to expect, you ll receive overall business management and technical education on EFI s MIS/ERP, Web-to-Print, Fiery, and Inkjet solutions. There has never been a better time to train your employees and discover the latest technological breakthroughs than at Connect 2018. CLICK TO FIND OUT MORE! 2
WHAT Annual January EFI 23 Users 26, 2018 Conference What is the value of Connect? Strategic The market is changing at such a rapid pace that you need to know what s next for the digital printing industry. Connect provides you the information you need. Keynotes and general sessions Hear from industry experts and your peers on what it takes to be successful in today s economy. Learn industry best practices. Educational sessions Arm yourself with the tools you need to succeed! With over 220+ sessions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced users, Connect will bring together experts to help you find answers to grow your business. Sessions will cover EFI MIS/ERP, Web-to-Print, Fiery, and Inkjet solutions. Invaluable networking opportunities Welcome Reception Tuesday, January 23 Kick off Connect and network with your peers at the opening reception directly following the opening general session in the Solutions Center. Sample gourmet food and cocktails, and preview the latest EFI technology advances. Sponsor Appreciation Reception Wednesday, January 24 Take time to see the latest products our Connect sponsors are showcasing. Enjoy delicious food and cocktails and network with your peers. Get your Sponsor Appreciation Sweepstakes card stamped for a chance to win a great prize. 3 3
WHO Annual January EFI 23 Users 26, 2018 Conference Who should attend? EFI users, partners, and sponsors come to Connect from across the globe. Whether you re an executive manager in operations, sales, or marketing or technical and operations staff, there s something here for you. Join us at Connect if you are involved in the planning and execution of financial decisions, marketing and sales, or day-to-day operations and production. A separate track is tailored to the needs of supervisors and managers in prepress, production, and color management for in-plant operations. Connect helps users from commercial printers and inplant/crds generate ideas to increase your success, with: Educational sessions Panel discussions Networking events User group meetings EFI showcases solutions for every part of your operation: Business and production workflow software Web-to-print software Fiery Driven digital printers and workflow automation software Wide- and superwide-format printers for display graphics, signage, packaging, textiles, and more Connect delivers the information and advice your company needs to increase efficiency and productivity helping you stay competitive and successful year after year! 4 4
WHY Why attend Connect? EFI Connect offers unique and valuable opportunities you gain outlook and insight from some of the industry s leading executives, you have an opportunity to learn from other owners and operators, and you have access to EFI s behind-the-scenes staff. Workshops and open discussion time offer an invaluable resource, giving the attendee great information and input on the ongoing development decisions. I ve always come away with my questions answered, and learned new ways to make our business succeed with EFI. SCOTT PERRY, DIGITAL STOREFRONT MANAGER, WEB AND IT ADMINISTRATOR PEGASUS INTERPRINT Our operational efficiency has increased by 8 percentage points. Not 8 percent, but from 52% to 60%. That s huge! We think every 10 points gives us about $3 million worth of open capacity. THOMAS DAHBURA, PRESIDENT HUB LABELS Having the opportunity to share best practices with other companies is a big reason I go to EFI Connect. Having the system experts all in one place for training and technical questions makes this a one-stop shop for anyone who uses the software on a daily basis. STEVE MCBRIDE, CUSTOMER SERVICE REP./MANAGER OF INFORMATION SERVICES KDV LABEL CO., INC. 5 5
WHY Why attend Connect? Many of the tips and tricks I learned at Connect were things that make me more productive. I learned how to save time by automating production on repetitive booklet types, for example, by dropping files to Fiery Hot Folders containing print settings, including Fiery Impose templates. CONDY LEY, IN-PLANT PRODUCTION SPECIALIST ALLIED RELIABILITY GROUP After attending Connect 2017, I have a better understanding of TGO and how it may apply to Henry Wurst and what new capabilities are available. BYRON J. DILL, PLANT MANAGER KANSAS CITY REGION & HQ HENRY WURST Overall, I enjoyed all of the InfoTrends sessions. I gained new perspectives, helpful info, and ideas to consider that inspire making changes within our company. MICHELLE VOGEL, VICE PRESIDENT FINANCE & TECHNOLOGY SIGLER 6 6
WHEN Schedule Tuesday, January 23: 2 8:15 p.m. Wednesday, January 24: 7 a.m. 6 p.m. Thursday, January 25: 7 a.m. 6 p.m. Friday, January 26: 7 a.m. 1:15 p.m. 12 Educational tracks Business Consulting Business Builder Corrugated Enterprise/Monarch In-plant Mid-market/Pace Packaging/Radius Fulfillment/PrintStream Publication/Technique Quick Print/PrintSmith Unsquaring/Education Value-added Products Speaker and networking reception schedule Tuesday, January 23 2 3 p.m. Welcome Session 5 6:15 p.m. Keynote 6:15 8:15 p.m. Networking Reception Wednesday, January 24 8:15 9:15 a.m. General Session 3:45 5 p.m. Keynote 5 6 p.m. Sponsor Appreciation Networking Reception Thursday, January 25 8:15 9:15 a.m. General Session Friday, January 26 12:15 1:15 p.m. Grab & Go Breakfast and lunch schedule Wednesday, January 24 and Thursday, January 25 7 8 a.m. Breakfast 12 1 p.m. Lunch Friday, January 26 7 8 a.m. Breakfast 7 7
HOW Registration information www.efi.com/connect/registration Take advantage of our pre-event special pricing* book now for the lowest cost! The Wynn Last Vegas EFI Connect rate is $204 plus tax per night and is available only on the EFI Connect registration site. STANDARD PRICING WITHOUT A WYNN LAS VEGAS STAY $1,299 from October 1, 2017 * Hotel required but not included. Standard $1,399 no date restriction * Hotel not required * Prices are Connect registration fee only. Attendees will be responsible for own hotel costs. The Wynn Las Vegas EFI Connect rate is $204 plus tax per night and is available only on the EFI Connect registration site. Connect Registration without room at the Wynn is $1,399. 8 8
Complete details at: www.efi.com/connect/details