Helping Graphics Industry Businesses Thrive

Who We Are

Print Creative Alliance is devoted to helping our members succeed…and there are many ways that we do so. Need group medical insurance? We’ve got dozens of plans to choose from, and a designated local customer service rep to handle your account. Have questions about human resources issues, sales tax or compliance? We’ve got the answers. Struggling with a technical printing issue? Give us a call. Looking for a referral to a local resource? You guessed it – we’ve got you covered.

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Everything You Need

Group Medical Benefits

Choose from a full range of options, including over 65 different health care plans. Get an expert to deal with the insurance company on your employees’ behalf at no extra charge! Note: Availability varies by state.

Commercial Insurance

Safeguard your business with a customized business insurance program tailored for you by an insurance professional with expertise in the unique requirements of the graphics industry.

Human Resources Support

Call Print Creative Alliance’s HR expert when challenging labor situations or questions arise.

Expert Assistance

Get help from our in-house or vetted external experts in printing, safety, sales tax, compliance, environmental regulations, sales, marketing and other areas.

Employment Services

Save significant time and money by letting our experienced recruiters find the employees you need (another valuable free service for Print Creative Alliance members).

Discount Programs

Save on background checks, credit reports, equipment, supplies, shipping  and much more.

Training and Events

Take advantage of webinars, workshops and classes designed for our industry, and attend industry meetings and events.

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You’ll Be In Excellent Company

Meet some of our many members:

Calendar of Events

Collective Conversations – Print, Color Management, & Consistency

June 17, 2026

Join us for our next Collective Conversations event—an engaging deep dive into Print Color Management with featured speaker Lou Prestia, founder of Prestia Consulting. Discover why color behaves differently across screens, proofs, and presses, and learn how to move it seamlessly through your workflow. You’ll walk away with a clear, practical framework for achieving consistent, measurable, and reliable results—plus insights on where to go next to take your color expertise even further.

Collective Conversations – Print, Color Management, & Consistency

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Time: 10 AM – 11 AM PT

Location: Zoom

Connect-Up: USS Hornet Networking Event

June 18, 2026

Save the date for a fun and historic networking event onboard the USS Hornet on June 18, 2026, in Alameda.

Attend this event, held onboard the ship to:

Network with industry peers
Enjoy an evening out with food and drinks in a beautiful setting
Tour the mess hall, living quarters, infirmary (with supposed paranormal activities) and an on-board print shop!
Learn about the highlights of USS Hornet’s life

Take advantage of this opportunity to treat or reward employees and clients on the historic USS Hornet.

Connect-Up: USS Hornet Networking Event

Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM PT

Location: USS Hornet Aircraft Carrier — 707 W Hornet Ave., Alameda, CA 94501

Tickets: $50 for Members | $75 for Non-members

QWERTY! Typewriter Festival at the Printing Museum

June 27, 2026

In collaboration with Typewriter Connection, the International Printing Museum in Carson is hosting a typewriter festival to celebrate National Typewriter Day on Saturday, June 27, from 12pm to 5pm!

Experience the magic of typing on vintage typewriters, see unusual typewriters, win prizes, hear from typewriter experts, shop for your own typewriter, and stock up on type-themed merch. You can also bring your own typewriter to show, share, use, or get an estimate for repair during the event. This event will also include several special guests…

QWERTY! Typewriter Festival at the Printing Museum

Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

Time: 12 PM – 5 PM PT

Location: International Printing Museum — Carson, CA

Tickets: 12-15 dollars

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