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Schumann Printers Celebrated as a 2025 Business of the Year Finalist
On Thursday, Dec. 11, at Monona Terrace, Schumann Printers was proud to attend the In Business MadisonBusiness of the Year Awards, where we were recognized as a 2025 Business of the Year Finalist in the Family Business category. The event brought together businesses from across Wisconsin’s Capital Region to celebrate organizations and leaders who are making a meaningful impact in their industries and communities. It was a great opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders and to recognize the finalists and winners whose work continues to strengthen our region.
Schumann Printers Named Workforce Inclusion Champion by Green Valley Enterprises
At Schumann Printers, we believe a strong workplace is built on inclusion, opportunity, and mutual respect. We’re honored to be recognized as a Workforce Inclusion Champion by Green Valley Enterprises, a division of Opportunities Inc, for our ongoing commitment to inclusive employment.
USPS 2026 Tactile, Sensory, Interactive Promotion: A Quick Guide for Publishers
Print stands apart because it can be touched, felt, and experienced. In 2026, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is rewarding mailers who lean into those strengths through the Tactile, Sensory, Interactive (TSI) Promotion, which offers a 5% postage discount on qualifying mail.
SPI’s Collaboration with MagLiteracy to Grow Literacy Nationwide
Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with MagLiteracy.org, an incredible national organization committed to increasing literacy by getting new and recycled magazines into the hands, homes, and hearts of readers who have limited access to reading materials. Their work fuels curiosity, confidence, and lifelong learning — and we’re honored to be part of it.
USPS 2026 Postal Outlook: January Changes & July Projections
Staying informed about upcoming USPS price adjustments is essential for planning your 2026 budgets and mailing strategies.
Postal Playbook: October Winner!
See the Postal Playbook’s October Winner of the Trivia Timeout.
Keep Your Mailing List Clean in 2026 — and Save Big
Maintaining a clean and accurate mailing list isn’t just best practice — it’s one of the smartest ways to save on postage and printing. According to the USPS, undeliverable mail costs U.S. businesses more than $20 billion every year, and up to 15% of marketing mail never reaches its intended recipient due to outdated or inaccurate addresses.
Postal Playbook: September Winner!
See the Postal Playbook’s September Winner of the Trivia Timeout.
Canada Post National Strike: What SPI Customers Need to Know
Schumann Printers is committed to keeping our customers informed of developments that may affect your business. Our international delivery partner, International Delivery Service (IDS), has shared the following important update regarding mail service to and from Canada.
Paper Price Hikes Sweep the Market: What You Need to Know
As fall approaches, three of the industry’s biggest paper suppliers have announced price increases across a wide range of grades and finishes. Here’s a clear look at who’s raising what, and when it takes effect.
SPI Passport Summer Tour Wrap-Up: Stops 3 & 4
Our inaugural SPI Passport Summer Tour took teammates, families, and friends on a journey across Wisconsin to celebrate the people who make SPI special. At each stop, participants collected Passport stamps for entries into our grand-prize drawing at the SPI Fall Social Event—while discovering new communities and creating memories along the way. As summer draws to a close, we’re thrilled to share a look back at our final two stops.
Your Brand. Everywhere.
At Schumann Printers, we’ve always believed that print is powerful. The feel of a well-crafted publication in hand, the permanence of ink on paper—these experiences connect brands with their audiences in a way nothing else can. But today’s readers move seamlessly between a magazine, a tablet, and a phone. That’s why we developed X Digital—to extend the impact of print and give your audience more ways to engage with your content.
Schumann Printers Celebrates 2025 Roosevelt Paper Scholarship Recipients
We’re delighted to share that children of our SPI teammates have been awarded the prestigious Roosevelt Paper Scholarship this year. This recognition celebrates the hard work and aspirations of our teammates’ families and underscores the positive impact of our industry partnerships.
SPI Makes Second Passport Tour Stop at Payslie’s Pals Fundraiser Event
The SPI Summer Passport Tour made its second stop alongside the Payslie’s Pals 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser, an incredible community event supporting Angelman Syndrome research through the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST).
SPI Summer Passport Tour Kicks Off at Madison’s Henry Vilas Zoo
Schumann Printers kicked off its SPI Summer Passport Tour on June 21st with a wild and sunny start at the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin. Even with a heat wave rolling through, our SPI team and their families showed up with great energy and adventurous spirits. Guests braved the temps to collect their first official passport stamp, snap a photo with the SPI van, and take in the sights of polar bears, tortoises, monkeys, and even a badger—Wisconsin’s iconic native.
2025/2026 USPS Catalog Insights Promotion: A Strategic Opportunity for Mailers
The United States Postal Service is renewing its commitment to the power of print with the 2025/2026 Catalog Insights Promotion, offering a 10% postage discount on eligible catalog mailings. This promotion not only reduces costs but also enhances customer engagement and expands the role of catalogs in omnichannel campaigns.
What Is Substack—And How Can Print Publishers Use It to Their Advantage?
In a world that increasingly favors digital convenience, Substack has emerged as a powerful platform reshaping how writers, publishers, and audiences connect. For print publishers looking to expand their reach, build stronger communities, and generate additional revenue, Substack offers a modern, accessible, and complementary tool.
2025 USPS Postal Rate Changes: What You Need to Know
Effective July 13, 2025, the United States Postal Service will implement a new round of rate increases. The average across all mail classes is projected at 7.4%, affecting postage costs for businesses of all sizes. While this adjustment presents new challenges for marketers and publishers, there are also valuable incentives and promotional discounts available—especially for companies working with integrated print solutions like Schumann Printers, Inc.
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Award-Winning Wisconsin Commercial Printer: Schumann Printers Honored at 2025 GEAs
Schumann Printers, Inc., a leading commercial printer based in WI, is proud to share that we received multiple accolades at the 2025 Graphics Excellence Awards (GEAs), presented by the Great Lakes Graphics Association. This annual competition recognizes outstanding achievement in commercial printing across Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Among hundreds of submissions from top printing companies, we were honored to be recognized for the craftsmanship, consistency, and quality that define our print manufacturing services.