Yearbooks

Jostens Finished School Year 2021 With Strong Performance

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 26, 2021

Minneapolis, July 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nations leader for graduation products, custom class jewelry and yearbooks, serving the K-12 and college education markets, finished School Year 2021, ending June 30, with strong performance.

Key Points: 
  • Minneapolis, July 26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nations leader for graduation products, custom class jewelry and yearbooks, serving the K-12 and college education markets, finished School Year 2021, ending June 30, with strong performance.
  • We achieved positive business results through flexibility and focus, said Michael Burgess, Jostens CEO.
  • Jostens leaned into the next normal with the introduction of Free Virtual Commencement, Virtual Graduation Fair, and Virtual Ring Ceremony resources.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com .

Dating Gets a Stimulus Package: Tagged App Will Pay for Your First Drink

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 16, 2021

We hope this dating stimulus will help our Tagged members enjoy their summer dates even a little more with the first drink on us.

Key Points: 
  • We hope this dating stimulus will help our Tagged members enjoy their summer dates even a little more with the first drink on us.
  • Theres no place like the Tagged community, and its the perfect spot to meet someone new for a first date.
  • DateNight is available on the Companys Tagged app starting June 17 through July 31 for members in the United States.
  • The Meet Group owns and operates the most engaging dating communities in the world, including MeetMe, Skout, Tagged, and GROWLr.

Canon U.S.A. Executive Vice President Seymour Liebman Named to Long Island Press PowerList for the Ninth Consecutive Year

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 26, 2021

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President and General Manager Seymour Liebman has been named to this year's Long Island Press PowerList in the Innovator category.

Key Points: 
  • MELVILLE, N.Y., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President and General Manager Seymour Liebman has been named to this year's Long Island Press PowerList in the Innovator category.
  • This marks the ninth consecutive year that Mr. Liebman has been acknowledged by the Long Island Press for being a powerful member of Long Island's innovation economy.
  • "It is my esteemed honor to be among Long Island's most respected and successful leaders on the Long Island Press PowerList once again,'' Mr. Liebman said.
  • In 2017, Mr. Liebman was inducted into the Long Island Press PowerList Hall of Fame.

JostensPIX School Photography Delivers on Strong Year of Growth and Commitments to Schools

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 17, 2021

b"Minneapolis, May 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets announced greater than expected growth of its emerging school photography business, Jostens PIX.\xc2\xa0 The company cited a variety of factors leading to the 4x growth in school year 2021, including digital technologies and a nimble service and delivery model that preserved the school photography tradition for thousands of schools facing COVID-19 challenges this year.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWhile we launched JostensPIX prior to COVID-19, our paperless ordering and direct to home delivery made it a logical choice for schools this year\xe2\x80\x9d said Kurt Scheppman, General Manager of JostensPIX.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX was able to photograph 90% of our schools because it was the safest, surest way for schools to get student photos to their families and for their yearbooks.\xe2\x80\x9d\n\xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX was designed to take the friction out of the traditional school photography experience,\xe2\x80\x9d said Brandon Potts, Vice President and General Manager of Jostens Emerging Markets.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cWe heard from schools and families that packets and order forms and picking up orders from school were just some of the hassles they didn\xe2\x80\x99t want to deal with anymore \xe2\x80\x93 and of course this school year there were enough hassles to deal with already.\xe2\x80\x9d\nOther unique features driving JostensPIX accelerated growth include photo customization, ordering, and printing options provided directly to families, as compared to standard photo package configurations, designs, and lead times associated with more traditional school photography providers.\n\xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX is all digital, which we love as much our families,\xe2\x80\x9d said Crystal Barber, principal at Broken Arrow High School in Oklahoma.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cNo fliers and packets to send home with kids, no order forms and checks to collect from parents \xe2\x80\x93 it removes all of that.\xc2\xa0 And our yearbook committee was able to get the student photos needed for our yearbook almost immediately.\xc2\xa0 Everybody wins.\xe2\x80\x9d\nThe company is planning for continued growth of JostensPIX across all U.S. K-12 schools in the 2021/2022 school year, with additional features to be announced this fall.\nJostens is a trusted partner in the academic and achievement channel, providing products, programs and services that help its customers celebrate moments that matter.

Key Points: 
  • b"Minneapolis, May 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets announced greater than expected growth of its emerging school photography business, Jostens PIX.\xc2\xa0 The company cited a variety of factors leading to the 4x growth in school year 2021, including digital technologies and a nimble service and delivery model that preserved the school photography tradition for thousands of schools facing COVID-19 challenges this year.\n\xe2\x80\x9cWhile we launched JostensPIX prior to COVID-19, our paperless ordering and direct to home delivery made it a logical choice for schools this year\xe2\x80\x9d said Kurt Scheppman, General Manager of JostensPIX.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX was able to photograph 90% of our schools because it was the safest, surest way for schools to get student photos to their families and for their yearbooks.\xe2\x80\x9d\n\xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX was designed to take the friction out of the traditional school photography experience,\xe2\x80\x9d said Brandon Potts, Vice President and General Manager of Jostens Emerging Markets.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cWe heard from schools and families that packets and order forms and picking up orders from school were just some of the hassles they didn\xe2\x80\x99t want to deal with anymore \xe2\x80\x93 and of course this school year there were enough hassles to deal with already.\xe2\x80\x9d\nOther unique features driving JostensPIX accelerated growth include photo customization, ordering, and printing options provided directly to families, as compared to standard photo package configurations, designs, and lead times associated with more traditional school photography providers.\n\xe2\x80\x9cJostensPIX is all digital, which we love as much our families,\xe2\x80\x9d said Crystal Barber, principal at Broken Arrow High School in Oklahoma.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cNo fliers and packets to send home with kids, no order forms and checks to collect from parents \xe2\x80\x93 it removes all of that.\xc2\xa0 And our yearbook committee was able to get the student photos needed for our yearbook almost immediately.\xc2\xa0 Everybody wins.\xe2\x80\x9d\nThe company is planning for continued growth of JostensPIX across all U.S. K-12 schools in the 2021/2022 school year, with additional features to be announced this fall.\nJostens is a trusted partner in the academic and achievement channel, providing products, programs and services that help its customers celebrate moments that matter.
  • The company's products include yearbooks, graduation products, publications, jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12 educational, college and professional sports segments.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com.\n"

Jostens Offers Free Digital Yearbook Signing Pages for Second Consecutive Year

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 10, 2021

After setting up an account, students then send a unique web link to friends, inviting them to \xc2\xa0virtually \xe2\x80\x9csign\xe2\x80\x9d their yearbook.

Key Points: 
  • After setting up an account, students then send a unique web link to friends, inviting them to \xc2\xa0virtually \xe2\x80\x9csign\xe2\x80\x9d their yearbook.
  • Invited friends, teachers, coaches or family members can select fonts, colors and stickers to write a note to the student who requested it.
  • The company's products include yearbooks, graduation products, publications, jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12 educational, college and professional sports segments.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com.\n"

Jostens Introduces Products Benefiting Mental Health Awareness

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 3, 2021

b'Minneapolis, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets, has introduced a new line of products commemorating National Mental Health Awareness Month.\n\xe2\x80\x9cIn a year of isolation and quarantine, conversations around mental health and support are incredibly important,\xe2\x80\x9d said Alyson Araque, Director of Merchandising for Jostens.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cWe wanted to spark a conversation of love and hope that sends a message that you are not alone.

Key Points: 
  • b'Minneapolis, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets, has introduced a new line of products commemorating National Mental Health Awareness Month.\n\xe2\x80\x9cIn a year of isolation and quarantine, conversations around mental health and support are incredibly important,\xe2\x80\x9d said Alyson Araque, Director of Merchandising for Jostens.\xc2\xa0 \xe2\x80\x9cWe wanted to spark a conversation of love and hope that sends a message that you are not alone.
  • "\nJostens \xe2\x80\x9cRooted in Love\xe2\x80\x9d line of accessories, apparel and gift items are available now on the company\xe2\x80\x99s website during the month of May, which is National Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • The company\'s products include yearbooks, graduation products, publications, jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12 educational, college and professional sports segments.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com\n'

Jostens Designs 2020 Football National Championship Ring for University of Alabama

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 20, 2021

b"Minneapolis, April 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom, hand-crafted fine jewelry for college and professional sports teams, crafted three custom championship rings for the University of Alabama football team to celebrate their 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship season.\xc2\xa0 The rings were presented to coaches and players in a private ceremony April 19, 2021.\n\xe2\x80\x9cIn what was certainly a unique and memorable year, the University of Alabama capped off a remarkable undefeated season with their program\xe2\x80\x99s 18th national championship title,\xe2\x80\x9d said Chris Poitras, Vice President and General Manager of Jostens College and Professional Sports Division.

Key Points: 
  • b"Minneapolis, April 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading provider of custom, hand-crafted fine jewelry for college and professional sports teams, crafted three custom championship rings for the University of Alabama football team to celebrate their 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship season.\xc2\xa0 The rings were presented to coaches and players in a private ceremony April 19, 2021.\n\xe2\x80\x9cIn what was certainly a unique and memorable year, the University of Alabama capped off a remarkable undefeated season with their program\xe2\x80\x99s 18th national championship title,\xe2\x80\x9d said Chris Poitras, Vice President and General Manager of Jostens College and Professional Sports Division.
  • The company's products include yearbooks, graduation products, publications, jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12 educational, college and professional sports segments.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com.\nThe University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is experiencing significant growth in both enrollment and academic quality.
  • UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.\n"

Jostens Partners with University of Kansas to Reinvigorate Official Ring Tradition

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 5, 2021

Like many colleges and universities across the country, the University of Kansas has a rich tradition of offering an official class ring design to students and alumni, crafted with meaningful and consistent elements that connect KU graduates over the course of generations.

Key Points: 
  • Like many colleges and universities across the country, the University of Kansas has a rich tradition of offering an official class ring design to students and alumni, crafted with meaningful and consistent elements that connect KU graduates over the course of generations.
  • A central component of the renewed effort to deepen KUs class ring tradition is a partnership between Jostens and the schools Alumni Association, led by Association President Heath Peterson.
  • Jostens has also collaborated with KU Alumni leadership to extend the design offerings of the schools official ring program in unique ways.
  • For more information on Jostens official ring program innovation and services, contact [email protected] .

Jostens Chosen by Charleston Southern University as Official Class Ring Provider

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 29, 2021

Minneapolis, March 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nations leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets, has been chosen by Charleston Southern University to enhance their official class ring tradition with new designs and programs reaching even more students and alumni.

Key Points: 
  • Minneapolis, March 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jostens, the nations leading provider of custom class jewelry, graduation products, and yearbooks serving the K-12 and college education markets, has been chosen by Charleston Southern University to enhance their official class ring tradition with new designs and programs reaching even more students and alumni.
  • Like many colleges and universities across the country, Charleston Southern University has a rich tradition of offering an official class ring design to students and alumni, crafted with meaningful and consistent elements that connect CSU graduates over the course of generations.
  • Now, our students will be blessed to have this same wonderful opportunity to mark the significant milestone of being a proud Charleston Southern graduate with a ring crafted by Jostens.
  • Jostens is honored to be chosen by the leadership at Charleston Southern to help preserve, promote, and perpetuate the schools mission through their official class ring for generations to come.

Jostens helps students, schools finish strong with new and sustaining digital programs and virtual events

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 25, 2021

Since the onset of COVID-19 last spring, Jostens has been investing in a considerable amount of digital innovation to help school leaders support their students and preserve their traditions, said Michael Burgess, Jostens CEO.

Key Points: 
  • Since the onset of COVID-19 last spring, Jostens has been investing in a considerable amount of digital innovation to help school leaders support their students and preserve their traditions, said Michael Burgess, Jostens CEO.
  • As we look ahead to this spring, were honored to provide even more needed tools to help students and staff finish the school year strong.
  • And in July Jostens will convene thousands of school administrators and students at its annual Jostens National Renaissance Conference, held virtually again this year.
  • Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is owned by Platinum Equity and can be found online at www.jostens.com.