FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 31, 2001

Media Contact:Sam Franklin202-331-0175[email protected]

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NEW VICE PRESIDENT

ALEXANDRIA, VA - The Graphic Communications Association (GCA) recently announced that Daryl G. Grecich will serve as the organization's new Vice President of Marketing and Communication. In his new position, Grecich will manage all marketing and communications functions, from media relations to membership functions.

Before joining GCA, Grecich served as the marketing communications manager at The Data Warehousing Institute (TDWI). During his tenure at TDWI, Grecich developed the organization's Web site and three new publication series. Previously, he held communications and marketing management positions with the Institute for a Drug-Free Workplace and the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University.

Grecich holds both a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science and a Master's Degree in International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh.

"Daryl brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his new position," said Norman W. Scharpf, president and CEO of GCA. "We are honored to have a man of his stature working with us to advance the mission of the GCA."

About GCAThe Graphic Communications Association (GCA) is the leading global membership organization for advancing the processes of information interoperability and dissemination of knowledge. GCA accomplishes this by engaging in and supporting the creation and adoption of globally recognized standards for information definition and exchange. Over the last 15 years, GCA's B2B Standards Committee has been the recognized e-business and EDI standards development body in the North American paper, print and publishing industry.

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