RICOH SPONSORS WOMEN IN INDUSTRY AWARD
The refreshed National Print Awards (NPAs) will include the new Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award, with the winner receiving an all-expenses paid trip to London in November.
The prestigious new Award recognising and celebrating the outstanding contributions of women across the Australian print and visual media sectors.
This award is open to women across all industry roles – from apprentices and emerging sales leaders to estimators, production specialists, and business owners – highlighting the depth and talent of female professionals driving innovation and success.
This award represents a significant step in supporting the growth, visibility, and advancement of women across the industry by providing an opportunity to network internationally, share knowledge, and gain exposure to global best practices.
The winner of the Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award will receive an exclusive professional development experience in London. The return trip to London will include attending the Power of Print Seminar in November, and a tour of the Ricoh UK Experience Centre with the latest print technology and innovation.
It will also include industry engagement and introductions with leading global organisations, including Two Sides Global, the British Printing Industries Federation (the UK equivalent of VMA), World Land Trust, and other key industry bodies.
There will also be a tour of the UK print industry, connecting with leading professionals, and the opportunity to gain insights into the future of print and visual media industry.
Mark Moro, general manager – Sales, Ricoh Australia, expressed his pride in sponsoring an award that shines a spotlight on the achievements of women in the industry. He said, “Ricoh is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and excellence across the print and visual media sector, and the Ricoh Women in Industry Award is an important initiative to support and celebrate the incredible talent we have.
“This award is more than just recognition – it is about providing a pathway for women across our industry to engage with global industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and bring that knowledge back to strengthen their careers in Australia. We are honoured to support this initiative and look forward to seeing the impact it has on the future of our industry.”
As the industry continues to evolve, fostering inclusion and leadership opportunities for women remains a key priority. Kellie Northwood, CEO, VMA, highlighted the importance of this award in connecting Australian industry professionals with the global stage. “The Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award is an incredible opportunity for women from all sectors of our industry to expand their knowledge, engage with international leaders, and build strong networks across their roles,” said Northwood. “The ability to learn from global counterparts, explore innovation firsthand, and connect with industry experts is invaluable. We encourage all eligible women whether working in production, sales, estimating, or leadership – to put themselves forward and take part in this remarkable journey.”
Entries are open for the National Print Awards and the Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award, and the National Print Awards team is calling on women across all roles and career stages to apply. VMA says that whether you are an emerging talent or innovative manager, this is a chance to take your career to the next level “with an unparalleled international learning experience”.
A Guide to Entries, Key Dates, and Category Overviews can be found via the VMA National Print Awards page. For any queries, please contact Phillip Mariette at phillip@visualmediaassociation.org.au.