In September 2026, Søren Stemann Beck will have held the position of CEO at GRAKOM for just over a year. Meet him at Sign Print & Pack and hear whether he has any regrets, how he sees the industry, what he has learned, and his perspective on the future of the industry as a whole—and GRAKOM in particular.

Søren Stemann Beck began his career in the industry in 1989 and has since held leadership roles at various agencies. Most recently, he served as COO and partner at Gorm x Envision, where he worked with graphic production, digital development, and AI implementation. Søren Stemann Beck is also a board member at Minh Graphic, a Vietnamese production company jointly owned by Gorm x Envision and the advertising agency Buchs.

Simon Cooper, CEO of Onlineprinters (which, among other companies, owns Scandinavian Print Group), will share what the organisation has achieved with artificial intelligence so far. This includes its own telephone system, new approaches to CRM, order calculation and order creation, as well as next-level prepress with image correction, proofreading, and adapting graphic materials for new purposes—from postcards to roll-ups and more, all on the fly.

Please note: Simon Cooper’s presentation will be held in English.

Simon Cooper has spent more than 30 years in the printing industry. He began by learning how to optimise and manage production processes before later focusing on growing businesses through a combination of technology development (workflow and e-commerce), strategic marketing techniques, creativity, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In addition to being CEO of Onlineprinters, he runs one of England’s largest printing companies, Solopress.

You will gain an overview of current legal and market requirements in the field. Mark Williams will provide an update on the EUDR’s stricter traceability requirements for paper- and textile-based materials, what producer responsibility and PPWR mean for the packaging sector, and how ESPR is starting to introduce new product design requirements—especially for textiles—that businesses need to address. At the same time, customer demands for simple but trustworthy ESG and CO₂ data are increasing.

Mark Williams is Head of ESG and Sustainability at GRAKOM, where he leads a team of ESG and environmental experts who help members translate ESG requirements into business value and competitive advantage. Mark has experience with ESG both as a consultant and in-house in private companies, combining strategic perspective with a hands-on, business-driven approach. He holds two master’s degrees and a mini-MBA in sustainable business development.

Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence – and no one wants to be left behind. But what does AI mean right now? What developments can we expect in the years ahead? And how will it affect businesses, employees, and the graphic industry as a whole?

There are few definitive answers, but some industry leaders are in positions where they must actively address these questions. Among them are Søren Stemann Beck, CEO of industry association GRAKOM; Esben Mols Kabell, CEO of Scandinavian Print Group; Jesper Daugaard, CEO of the industry network Prinfo; and innovator and author Steffen Kirkegaard.

Together, they will share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges ahead and discuss what the rise of AI could mean for the future of the graphic industry.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion – register today for Sign Print & Pack 2026.

Humanoid robots are predicted to be humanity’s next major technological leap.
Powered by groundbreaking artificial intelligence, these robots are now gaining an almost human-like understanding of their surroundings—and they are learning to effectively navigate our world through AI-driven training.
Companies are lining up with a wealth of use cases, and the pace of development can hardly keep up.

Søren Peter Johansen from the Danish Technological Institute will provide insights into this technology and what you can expect.

PS: He will bring a humanoid robot, giving you the chance to experience it up close.

Søren Peter Johansen has over 20 years of hands-on experience in concept development, project management, and implementation of robotics and automation solutions worldwide. He is currently a technology manager and robotics expert at the Danish Technological Institute (DTI), Robotics Division.

He has the latest knowledge on the application of robotics technology and the challenges involved in industrial implementation, based on countless visits to manufacturing companies and work with various brands of robots, vision systems, sensors, PLCs, pneumatics, mechanics, and PC program development.

Artificial intelligence is a practical tool that is transforming the daily operations of graphic businesses. Steffen Kirkegaard takes you behind the scenes, where AI agents act as digital colleagues, optimizing workflows and delivering measurable results. The focus is on freeing up time from manual processes—from order intake to technical documentation—so your employees can concentrate on growth and creative craftsmanship instead. This is a unique opportunity to see how to ensure a competitive edge based on local control, data security, and ethical AI usage.

Steffen Kirkegaard has founded and scaled several AI startups, proving his ability to innovate and tailor AI solutions to various business needs. He is also a respected author and keynote speaker, having written multiple influential books and articles on innovation, AI, and blockchain.