Pictured above: Karen Lawler (left) and Kerry-Anne Boyd (right)
Women in Print took to its Sydney Print & Prosecco event yesterday evening to name its newest patrons for NSW and Queensland.
Following the organisation’s call-out for applications to fill vacancies in Queensland and NSW, it has appointed Karen Lawler, business development manager at Cactus Imaging, to the role of NSW patron, replacing Debbie Burgess.
Kerry-Anne Boyd, co-owner of Sign Right Australia, will bring her many talents and well-documented determination to the Queensland role, which was previously held by Morag Pugh.
Women in Print chair Stephanie Gaddin said the two new patrons not only bring their significant talents to their new roles, but also add solid wide-format, sign and graphics credentials to the patron mix, ensuring Women in Print can continue to champion the next wave of women in print, packaging, signage and broader visual media industry.
In welcoming Lawler to the role for NSW, outgoing NSW patron Debbie Burgess said her time as patron had been “a pleasure and a privilege”.
“I wish Women in Print nothing but the best, and know it is in supremely good hands,” she said.
Gaddin thanked Burgess for her outstanding contribution to the role.
“You have led the NSW chapter of Women in Print with purpose and passion, helping us to drive meaningful change within our sector, and connecting with so many among our membership,” Gaddin said.
“We will miss you in this role, but are definitely the better for your time in leadership. I know you will continue to champion the cause of the industry’s women and I hope very much that we will continue to see you at Women in Print events.”
Welcoming Lawler and Boyd to their new roles, Gaddin said they both bring a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to the team.
“Karen and Kerry-Anne embody the mission of Women in Print to empower and uplift women in our industry,” she said.
“They led a field of impressive applicants who threw their hat in the ring for these positions, a response which speaks to the enthusiasm and commitment of women within our sector.
“We welcome Kerry-Anne and Karen to the Women in Print executive and are looking forward to their contribution.
“With them, and our other amazing committee members, sponsors and supporters, I am confident that 2025 will build on our momentum, fostering an environment that creates tangible benefits for our members and deliver even more value to our community in the coming year.”
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