PACPRINT KEYNOTE ON MERGING BENEFITS

Merging or acquiring print businesses, as a way of meeting the talent and skill shortages in the industry, is the topic of the second keynote speaker to be confirmed for PacPrint in Sydney in May.

David Ferraz, principal of Argus Business Broker will take the stage on Friday, 23 May, delivering an insightful session titled Mergers and Acquisitions: A Solution to the Talent Shortage – as the expo seeks to address the pressing challenge for many businesses in today’s competitive market.

As an expert in business sales and valuations, Ferraz has facilitated mergers and acquisitions across diverse industries, including manufacturing, printing, wholesale, distribution, franchises, trades, accommodation, e-commerce, and retail. With firsthand experience in helping businesses navigate growth through acquisition, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the print and visual media sectors.

With 86 per cent of businesses in the print industry being owner-operated small businesses, many business leaders find themselves consumed by day-to-day operations, leaving little time for strategic planning. The Ferraz session will highlight the importance of stepping back to work on the business, not just in it, providing creative thinking across merger and acquisition strategies with specific to labour supply.

PacPrint says attendees will gain valuable insights into how acquisitions can be leveraged not only to expand capabilities but also to secure specialised talent, strengthen their competitive edge, and improve overall business resilience.

Key discussion points will include:

• How mergers and acquisitions can address talent shortages by providing an immediate workforce boost and expanded expertise,
• Essential strategies for successful integrations, including cultural alignment, employee engagement, and risk mitigation,
• Real-world case studies demonstrating both successful and unsuccessful transactions, offering practical lessons for business owners, and
• The long-term benefits of a structured approach to business growth, beyond organic expansion.

With the industry facing workforce challenges, this session is designed to equip print business owners with strategic solutions to safeguard their future success.

PacPrint 2025 is also inviting industry leaders to join panel discussions throughout the event, sharing their insights and experiences to benefit the wider community. Whether you have expertise in business management, technology, workforce strategies, or industry innovation, the organiser is encouraging professionals to step forward and contribute. Register your interest with hello@visualmediaassociation.org.au today.

PacPrint 2025 is set to be the premier trade show for the print, sign, and graphic communications industries in 2025, bringing together industry professionals, technology showcases, and thought leadership discussions.

Click here to visit the official registration portal at https://au.registration.entegy.events/pacprint25/visitors.

PacPrint 2025 will run from 20-23 May at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. It will bring innovation, collaboration and transformation for the print, sign, and graphic communications industries under one roof. The organiser says that as exhibitors finalise their plans, the event promises to showcase the resilience and relevance of trade shows in a rapidly evolving market.