For information about joining PGAMA please contact Jan Keadle, 410-319-0900. Dues are based on last year's total sales volume. For supply companies, dues are based on the total number of employees.
PGAMA members gain value from their membership in a wide variety of ways. Depending on their own internal resources, firms may depend on us for very focused services, while others use almost the entire range of activities offered. For many, PGAMA functions as another "department" of the firm, similar to an outsourcing arrangement. Some have infrequent contact with us, while others are in touch on almost a daily basis. Whatever your situation, you are sure to benefit from your membership.
We like to say that the Association covers you A to Z. Review the list below (which, of course, is not complete or comprehensive), and see for yourself how membership benefits your firm.
What Does Your Association Do For You? (A to Z)
Agency Regulations
Business Practices
Classes and Seminars
Collection Services and Status Reports
Collective Bargaining
Credit Information
Credit Roundtable
Credit Seminars
Credit Union
Economic Data
Electricity De-Regulation
Employee Handbook
Employee Recognition Program
Environmental Regulations
Excellence in Print Program
Golf/Tennis Outing
Government Affairs
Grievances and Arbitrations
Group Buying
Human Resources Practices
Industry Statistics
Insurance:
· Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability
· Property/Casualty, Liability
· Workers Compensation
Joint Pension and Health Trust Funds
MAGE
Management Practices
Mergers and Acquisitions
Newsletter w/timely updates
Non-Union Employer Support
OSHA/Safety Regulations
Print Week Recognition
Publications at discount prices
Sales and Use Tax Data
Scholarships
Telephone Consultation
Union Contract Administration
Wage and Salary Surveys
Zealous advocacy for the industry!
And finally, your PGAMA dues automatically bring you two additional memberships: one in PIA (Printing Industries of America) and one in GATF (Graphic Arts Technical Foundation). PIA focuses on industry-related management information, publications, government lobbying, and business management practices. GATF concentrates on research, testing, technology, and training. Among other benefits, they offer The Technical Inquiry Desk hotline (412-741-6860, ext. 611) to discuss production problems while they are occurring and The Environmental and Safety Inquiry Desk hotline (412-741-6860, ext. 606 or 608) which provides members with direct assistance in addressing compliance issues and regulations in areas such as air pollution, permit assistance, pollution prevention, hazardous waste disposal, machine guarding, hazard communication standards, lockout/ tagout, and more.
