Howard Putnam

The 2009 Offset and Beyond Conference completed its three-day run here at Caesars Palace with an optimistic view of approaching a changing market and economy. Presented by the Web Offset Association (WOA) and the Printing Industries of America (PIA), the event featured a host of guest speakers who examined themes such as technology, the future of printing and adapting in troubled times.

LAS VEGAS—The 2009 Offset and Beyond Conference completed its three-day run on Wednesday here at Caesars Palace. Presented by the Web Offset Association and the Printing Industries of America (PIA), the event featured a host of guest speakers who examined themes such as technology, the future of printing and adapting in troubled times.

Attendees at the 2009 Offset and Beyond Conference, which kicked-off yesterday and takes place through Wednesday, May 6, are taking advantage of the advice and experience of some of the world's top business and print leaders. In addition to Printing Industries of America's stable of experts, key presenters at this year's event being held at Caesars Palace include Howard Putnam, the former CEO of Southwest Airlines. Putnam spoke about leadership in turbulent times.