Recently, we had the opportunity to speak with Mark Pomerantz, sales and marketing director of Xeikon North America, about Xeikon’s upcoming presence at PRINTING United Expo, as well as digital embellishments and the rising demand for brand protection and security, and why paper-based flexible packaging is exciting. During that discussion, we also explore why digital…
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