Industry leaders at the House of Lords for BPIF Members’ Day
BPIF brought together key leaders in the print industry for a day of insight, discussion, and celebration.
On July 9, the organisation hosted its 2025 Members’ Day, during which experts participated in roundtable discussions, listened to keynote speakers, and conversed about topics related to the industry.
The day began with a series of thought-provoking roundtable discussions on the theme ‘Industry Future – How to remain focused whilst being innovative in an ever-changing climate’.
Led by experts from across the sector, the roundtables offered attendees the opportunity to engage on seven different topics around shaping the future of the print industry.
Roundtable experts included Yolandie Gibbs and Ian Dalton, BPIF; Tom Head, G3NR8; Jean-Paul Wheater, Linney; Andy Pike, HP; Mark Boyt, Keypoint Intelligence; Kyle Jardine, Matt Child, Yasmin Brotherson and Carys Davis, BPIF.
In the afternoon, the event moved to the House of Lords for the annual drinks reception on the terrace.
Attendees had the opportunity to network with Parliamentarians and hear from Louisa Bull of Unite the Union, who addressed key challenges and opportunities for the industry, including education and the need for a coordinated industrial strategy.
BPIF CEO, Charles Jarrold, spoke about the strength and adaptability of the print industry and called for stronger collaboration between government and the sector.
He urged policymakers to cut red tape and support the industry’s growth and praised growing unity across the sector through initiatives like GPMA and Print Green.
A highlight of the afternoon was the presentation of two industry awards:
The Kathy Woodward Award for Learning was awarded to Holly Chatterton, print technician at Go Print, while the Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Printing industry was presented to Robert McClements.
The BPIF extends it sincere thanks to all who attended, participated in discussions, and contributed to the success of Members’ Day.
