Printing Association of Florida

Currently, more than 500 graphic arts companies in the state of Florida consider the Printing Association of Florida their Ultimate Business Partner. Governed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors elected by the membership, PAF is a not-for-profit association representing the interests of the graphic arts industry throughout the state. PAF is committed to improving the business environment and promoting the welfare of its members as well as the entire graphic arts industry in Florida. We offer benefits and services to members, and help connect graphic arts consumers with companies that can meet their needs.

PAF's mission is to "provide programs, information, and services to positively impact the profitability and professional growth of its members."

To achieve this mission, PAF maintains offices in Orlando and Miami. Under the board's direction, a full-time professional staff of 25 provides information concerning money-saving and money-making programs and services as well as guidance on local and national legislative issues, the growing and confusing number of environmental and safety regulatory controls, educational initiatives, and a host of other matters of concern to members.

The same staff manages and provides support for a major industry trade show, the PAF-owned and -operated Graphics of the Americas (held annually in Miami Beach).

With a unique operational structure, PAF effectively serves member needs with face-to-face service from our Membership Field Coordinators, combined with support from our internal Membership Services personnel.

PAF is affiliated with Printing Industries of America (PIA), the world's largest graphic arts trade association. Membership in PAF automatically entitles you to membership in PIA/GATF. In addition to the PIA benefits, PAF Members are also entitled to all Graphic Arts Technical Foundation (GATF) benefits. This makes our members a part of the largest, most comprehensive Graphic Arts Advocacy organization in the World, providing one central source for technical and management information and assistance.