EFI sales development manager Ben Taylor, says the main reason EFI wanted to become a GAMAA member was to demonstrate its commitment to the industry.

“We’ve been in the industry in Australia for over 10 years and want to give something back and help shape the future. Being a member of GAMAA will assist us in meeting these goals,” says Taylor.

“The November quarterly was my first meeting. It was great to see such a high number of attendees from a wide range of companies within the industry working towards a common goal despite the fact that many are direct competitors.”

GSB Chemical is another company who’s been in the graphics game for some time, having been established in 1954. National business manager, Jason Kent, says it was important for the company to raise its level of involvement within the printing industry, which is why they joined GAMAA.

“The profile of GAMMA within the industry has certainly lifted in recent years. It is a unique organisation that acts on many different levels,” says Kent. “Being a member of GAMAA provides us with the opportunity to work with fellow suppliers who in many cases are our direct competitors in the market.

“It would be fair to say I was curious more than anything else heading into our first meeting. I was compelled by the level of support and the genuine happiness from the membership to have GSB on board. As a company we are really looking forward to our future participation in all aspects of GAMAA.”

DES sales director Russell Cavanagh says as a newcomer to the graphic arts market, DES has a specific interest in trade shows.

“As GAMAA organises the two largest trade events, we wanted to align ourselves more closely with GAMAA,” he explains.
“I’m surprised at the scope of activities GAMAA covers. I like the structure of the association and the contribution from members across many tasks.”

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