Tad Parker passes the gavel at PINE's 122nd Annual Meeting

2009-12-14 Gonic, NH - December 14, 2009 - The Printing Industries of New England (PINE) conducted its 122nd Annual Meeting in Southborough MA. on November 18, 2009. At this meeting Tad Parker, the Chairman for the last two years passed the gavel to the new Chairman, Ward McLaughlin of Boutwell Owens & Co. Mr. Parker assumes the office of Immediate Past Chairman for the next two years.

The printing industry is undergoing enormous change, as is every industry in our economy, said Mr. Parker. There have been many challenges and opportunities presented along the way and the leadership of PINE has done an excellent job of addressing them. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the PINE community and I look forward to continuing to be involved in my new capacity as Immediate Past Chairman.

The Printing Industries of New England (PINE) is the largest trade association to serve printing and graphic communications companies throughout New England. PINE serves more than 360 member companies through a wide range of products and services that enhance member profitability. The Association is affiliated with the world's largest graphic arts trade association, Printing Industries of America.