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Warren Werbitt The Print Whisperer

Warren Werbitt – The Print Whisperer

Warren Werbitt is a passionate print industry veteran, entrepreneur, and advocate with over 30 years of experience under his belt. Known globally as The Print Whisperer, Warren built and ran one of Canada’s most successful printing companies, scaling it to over 120 employees and $20 million in sales before pivoting to Coaching and consulting.

Today, Warren helps print shop owners and industry suppliers thrive by offering honest, no-fluff advice on business strategy, marketing, sales, and operations. He’s the host of the global podcast Printing’s Alive, author of the book Printing’s Alive: A Tale of Ink, Innovation, and Industry Wisdom, and a sought-after speaker who brings authenticity, humor, and deep industry knowledge to every stage.

Warren is on a mission to inspire the next generation of printers, promote the value of print in a digital world, and show that success is possible—at any age—with passion and perseverance. When he’s not talking about print, he’s probably out fishing for musky or sharing life lessons over a good drink and a better story.

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Harnessing Ai In Print: Insights On Business, Innovation, And Generational Engagement &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Harnessing AI in Print: Insights on Business, Innovation, and Generational Engagement

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Warren Werbitt and guest Al Kennickell from Kennickell Group dive into the intersection of AI and business, starting with insights for Family business owners and t…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Warren Werbitt and guest Al Kennickell from Kennickell Group dive into the intersection of AI and business, starting with insights for Family business owners and the transition to AI-driven operations. They discuss BoodleBox's innovative AI applications and explore AI's impact across various industries, including nonprofit work. The conversation highlights engaging younger generations with AI, optimizing sales, and enhancing print shop operations. They touch on quantum computing, AI risks, and the art of summarization. Wrapping up with the importance of har…

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Bridging Generations In Print: Baby Boomers, Ai, And The Future Of The Industry &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Bridging Generations in Print: Baby Boomers, AI, and the Future of the Industry

In Episode 17 of Printing’s Alive, Warren Werbitt dives into the evolving role of Baby Boomers in the printing industry and how their Legacy is shaping its future. The conversation covers the impact…

In Episode 17 of Pri…

In Episode 17 of Printing’s Alive, Warren Werbitt dives into the evolving role of Baby Boomers in the printing industry and how their Legacy is shaping its future. The conversation covers the impact of babyboomers.org, the generation’s relationship with emerging tech like AI, and the challenges of an Aging workforce. Learn how mentorship, succession planning, and young professionals’ associations are helping bridge generational gaps. From the fate of physical books to digital transformation and leadership lessons, this episode explores what it means to pass the torch and keep print alive…

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Navigating Burnout And Growth: Insights With Nile Said &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Navigating Burnout and Growth: Insights with Nile Said

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Nile Said from GoOneUp joins to discuss his journey from a diverse background to becoming a coach, sharing personal insights into the evolution of Coaching and his…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Nile Said from GoOneUp joins to discuss his journey from a diverse background to becoming a coach, sharing personal insights into the evolution of Coaching and his experiences with Burnout. The conversation explores recognizing Burnout signs, the critical role of self-care, and navigating a nervous breakdown through daily habits. Listeners learn about overcoming negativity bias with self-awareness and acceptance. The transformative power of personal challenges is highlighted, along with the significance of personal achievements and strategy sessions.(0:10…

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Innovative Marketing In Print: Strategies And Stories With Alex Fechner &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Innovative Marketing in Print: Strategies and Stories with Alex Fechner

In this episode of Printing's Alive, delve into creative marketing with a special guest as we explore video marketing highlights and the synergy between direct mail and digital marketing. The discussi…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, delve into creative marketing with a special guest as we explore video marketing highlights and the synergy between direct mail and digital marketing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of authenticity and taking risks, showcasing successful companies that have modernized the printing industry. Discover the impact of generational shifts on digital presence, employee-generated content, and print's role in everyday life. The episode advocates for a national print awareness campaign and provides insights into direct mail strategies, sales training, and e…

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Innovative Marketing In Print: Strategies And Stories With Alex Fechner &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Innovative Marketing in Print: Strategies and Stories with Alex Fechner

In this episode of Printing's Alive, delve into creative marketing with a special guest as we explore video marketing highlights and the synergy between direct mail and digital marketing. The discussi…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, delve into creative marketing with a special guest as we explore video marketing highlights and the synergy between direct mail and digital marketing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of authenticity and taking risks, showcasing successful companies that have modernized the printing industry. Discover the impact of generational shifts on digital presence, employee-generated content, and print's role in everyday life. The episode advocates for a national print awareness campaign and provides insights into direct mail strategies, sales training, and e…

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Empowering Print: Mental Health And Sustainability With Jessica Decola &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Empowering Print: Mental Health and Sustainability with Jessica DeCola

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jessica DeCola from GPA shares her journey and challenges in the printing industry, emphasizing the growing leadership roles for women. She discusses her role at G…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jessica DeCola from GPA shares her journey and challenges in the printing industry, emphasizing the growing leadership roles for women. She discusses her role at GPA, focusing on sustainability initiatives and the complexities of the industry. The conversation delves into the human and cultural aspects of sustainability and the Mental Health mission of the LinkedIn group "Sheet for Brains." Personal stories highlight the importance of Therapy, with tools like Talk It Out and Meditation apps discussed. The episode also explores the connection between mental …

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Ai Revolution In Printing: Insights From Imagine Ai Live With Steve Metcalf &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
AI Revolution in Printing: Insights from Imagine AI Live with Steve Metcalf

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Steve Metcalf unveils Imagine AI Live, inspired by a ChatGPT moment. Explore the need for business-driven AI conferences and how AI turns everyone into a startup, …

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Steve Metcalf unveils Imagine AI Live, inspired by a ChatGPT moment. Explore the need for business-driven AI conferences and how AI turns everyone into a startup, as Warren Werbitt suggests. Reflect on last year's event and discover this year's collaboration with Printing United, emphasizing AI's impact on marketing. Notable speakers tackle AI fears and job Security. Delve into AI's role in automating workflows, historical tech comparisons, and its effect on the printing industry. Learn about AI's daily benefits and cognitive shifts, with insights from Warr…

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Navigating M&Amp;A In Printing: Insights With Mark Hahn &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Navigating M&A in Printing: Insights with Mark Hahn

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Mark Hahn delves into Graphic Arts Advisors' services and succession planning in the print industry. He outlines key steps for selling a print business, emphasizin…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Mark Hahn delves into Graphic Arts Advisors' services and succession planning in the print industry. He outlines key steps for selling a print business, emphasizing timelines, advisor roles, future value, and human factors in acquisitions. Mark also tackles challenges in the due diligence process, ESOPs, Family succession, and M&A trends, underscoring the need for specialized legal advice. He shares insights on M&A success rates, post-sale satisfaction, and the role of industry-specific advisors. Tips for business owners and common selling mistakes are disc…

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Ai Meets Publishing: Exploring Innovation With Yehuda Niv Of Spines.com &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
AI Meets Publishing: Exploring Innovation with Yehuda Niv of Spines.com

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Yehuda Niv from Spines.com discusses Spines' AI-based services and their impact on publishing and company Growth. He contrasts AI with traditional publishing, high…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Yehuda Niv from Spines.com discusses Spines' AI-based services and their impact on publishing and company Growth. He contrasts AI with traditional publishing, highlighting benefits for authors and addressing misconceptions about AI and printed books. Warren shares insights on the industry's AI-driven evolution. Topics include Spines' market focus, brand strategies, collaboration with printing companies, and AI's role in content review. The episode also covers book production pricing, distribution options, new author tools, and the future of one-click publis…

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Sustainability, Growth, And Women In Print With Jennifer Mcconnell &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Sustainability, Growth, and Women in Print with Jennifer McConnell

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jennifer McConnell from Royal Out West discusses her role and the company's innovative printing services, including sustainable sugar sheet paper. She highlights e…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jennifer McConnell from Royal Out West discusses her role and the company's innovative printing services, including sustainable sugar sheet paper. She highlights effective marketing strategies and PrintForward's training program, debunking the myth that print is dead. Jennifer explores Royal Out West's Growth, investments in equipment, and staff development. She shares advice for women in the industry, discusses company culture, and reflects on Family business dynamics. Jennifer emphasizes self-awareness, overcoming adversity, and the power of belief and su…

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Innovation, Leadership, And Mental Health In Printing With Jon Bailey &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Innovation, Leadership, and Mental Health in Printing with Jon Bailey

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jon Bailey from Precision Proco discusses the company's evolution, specialization, and commitment to a customer-centric approach. The conversation delves into inno…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Jon Bailey from Precision Proco discusses the company's evolution, specialization, and commitment to a customer-centric approach. The conversation delves into Innovation, the role of customer feedback in shaping marketing strategies, and the impact of company size on culture and leadership. John highlights the importance of employee engagement, the leadership approach, and their recruitment philosophy. The episode also covers storytelling, industry gossip, and the exchange of ideas. Mental Health awareness and work-life balance are emphasized as crucial com…

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Empowering Women In Print: Insights From Girls Who Print &Raquo; Cover 018A4Ab3
Empowering Women in Print: Insights from Girls Who Print

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Deborah Corn and Kelly Mallozzi discuss the transformative journey of Girls Who Print and the advantages of its nonprofit status. The conversation highlights the i…

In this episode of P…

In this episode of Printing's Alive, Deborah Corn and Kelly Mallozzi discuss the transformative journey of Girls Who Print and the advantages of its nonprofit status. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship in addressing the workforce crisis and tackling unconscious and gender biases in the printing industry. They share future plans to enhance inclusivity and the role of the industry in attracting talent, including the relationship with FESPA. The episode explores strategies for global expansion, member engagement, and challenging industry norms. Deborah and Kelly emphasize th…

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