Nicholas Pearson
Marketing Specialist - Web, Social Media, and Content Management
The future of print is being shaped by a new generation of thinkers, creators and problem-solvers. From students discovering careers in print and paper to educators preparing tomorrow’s workforce and industry leaders sharing their expertise, the Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Paper Matters magazine explores the people and ideas driving our industry forward. Through stories of innovation, education and leadership, this issue highlights how the next generation is helping ensure a strong future for printing and papermaking.
This issue explores the future of the paper and print industry, examining why paper continues to resonate with younger generations, how organizations are developing the next generation of talent, and what industry leaders can do to support long-term growth and success.
Readers will gain insights into key topics shaping the industry today, including creativity as a driver of innovation, perspectives from students and interns entering the workforce, the proven role of print in learning and comprehension, and practical strategies for creating more effective printed communications. Together, these stories highlight how the paper and printing industry continues to blend a tradition, innovation and human connection in meaningful ways.
As digital channels continue to multiply, print remains a powerful way to communicate, connect and learn. From college students podcasting their way into the industry to digital natives discovering the  power of a printed page, the future of print is being shaped right now – in classrooms, on production floors, in design studios and wherever a passion for this timeless, tactile medium is cultivated.
The story of paper has never really been about paper – it’s been about the people who pick it up. As you spend time with this issue, I hope you’ll feel as encouraged as we do about who’s picking it up next.
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