Long Named NPES President

On April 28, Thayer Long is to become the new President of NPES, The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, which oversees the Graphic Arts Show Company (GASC) responsible for the annual Graph Expo trade show. Long succeeds Ralph Nappi who led NPES for the last 11 years and announced his retirement at the October 2015 Board of Directors Meeting.

“We are delighted that Thayer Long will be joining the Association to lead NPES and the Graphic Arts Show Company (GASC). Thayer brings eight years of effective leadership experience that includes all aspects of association management including strategic plan development, trade show management, government affairs, education and foundation work. He will be a great asset to NPES as we navigate the future waters of our industry."

In addition to leading NPES and GASC, Long will also serve as president of the Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF). He has nearly 20 years of association experience serving most recently as Executive VP and CEO of the Independent Electrical Contractors, and prior to that as President and CEO of the Manufactured Housing Institute. Both organizations are headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metro area.

“Thayer is a good colleague whom I have known for five years; the industry is fortunate to have such a highly qualified professional joining our organization,” said Current NPES President Ralph Nappi. “Thayer possesses the skill set to take NPES, GASC and GAERF to new levels and will bring a high degree of creativity and enthusiasm to our industry.”