INDUSTRY NEWS

• Imagine What We Can Accomplish When We Lean Into the Power of Community
  (January/February 2026) I was recently reflecting on an early-fall concert in Nashville with the band Caamp; as my wife and I found our seats, I also found several friendly faces from our community. As I said hello to friends from church, local acquaintances,… Read more: Imagine What We Can Accomplish When We Lean Into the Power of Community
• APA Remembers A-1 Awards Owner and Recognition Roundtable Founder Stephen L. Capper
  The awards and personalization community is mourning the passing of Stephen Lee Capper, a respected industry leader, entrepreneur, and mentor, who passed away on December 13, 2025. Capper founded A-1 Awards in 1958, beginning his journey into the recognition industry at just 12… Read more: APA Remembers A-1 Awards Owner and Recognition Roundtable Founder Stephen L. Capper
• Is APA Your WD-40? The Rust-Busting Power of Community for Business Owners
  (November/December 2025) Running a business is a journey filled with highs and lows, challenges and triumphs—sometimes all in the same day. As business owners, we can find ourselves caught up in the daily grind, which can sometimes lead to a feeling of stagnation… Read more: Is APA Your WD-40? The Rust-Busting Power of Community for Business Owners
• Introducing the new 1.6m wide eco-solvent printer XpertJet 1641SR Pro II
  (October 15, 2025) MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. (Headquarters: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, President: Yasuhiko Isobe; hereafter referred to as “MUTOH”), is pleased to announce that its 1.6m wide eco-solvent inkjet printer XpertJet 1641SR Pro II, equipped with the new AccuFine HD Pro print head, will go… Read more: Introducing the new 1.6m wide eco-solvent printer XpertJet 1641SR Pro II
• How Fans Created the MLS Supporters’ Shield
  (September/October 2025) In Major League Soccer, the Supporters’ Shield honors the team with the best regular-season record. First awarded in 1999, the shield was conceived and funded entirely by fans who believed season-long performance deserved recognition. A grassroots effort led by Sam Pierron… Read more: How Fans Created the MLS Supporters’ Shield