In this episode of Printing's Alive, Warren Werbitt and Ben Glazier explore the intersection of print, design, and space exploration. Ben discusses his journey from Xerox connections to designing iconic stamps for Stephen Hawking and NASA, including ones that landed on the moon. They cover the creative process, approval challenges, and collaborations with figures like Nicole Stott. The discussion includes the evolution of stamp usage, digital printing, and printers' roles in client education. Ben highlights the importance of engaging design education and UV printing's potential. The episode wraps up with insights on balancing passion projects with professional work.

00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro

01:09 New SwissQprint Facility

03:50 Building Green Without LEED

04:39 FSC Certification Rant

06:45 Pricing and Margin Pressure

10:27 Large Format Texture Effects

14:04 No Service Contracts Approach

19:29 Customer Success Stories

21:22 Leadership and Culture in Print

24:54 Next Gen Talent and Marketing

27:56 Leadership Mindset Shifts

28:58 Staying Young at Heart

29:38 Print Tech Isn’t Dirty

30:14 Building Winning Culture

33:41 Human Connection at Work

34:37 Career Path to SwissQprint

36:22 Swiss HQ and Local Autonomy

38:42 Respect Psychological Safety

40:27 Tariffs and Supply Chain

41:55 Who Should Buy This Printer

44:05 Avoiding Bad Buying Decisions

49:42 Mental Health and Stigma

51:23 Closing Thoughts and Thanks

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