Ricoh: Nation Print Awards announces Ricoh Australia Women In Industry Award

The National Print Awards (NPAs) have announced the launch of the inaugural Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award, a 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. The winner of the Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award will receive an exclusive professional development experience in London, featuring: A return trip to London Attend the Power of Print Seminar in November 2025, A tour of the Ricoh UK Experience Centre Industry engagement and introductions with leading global organisations, including Two Sides Global, BPIF (British Printing Industries Federation), World Land Trust, and other key industry bodies, and A tour of the UK print industry, connecting with leading professionals, and gaining insights into the future of print and visual media industry. Mark Moro, general manager - sales, Ricoh Australia 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." Kellie Northwood, CEO of the Visual Media Association, said the Ricoh Australia Women in Industry Award is an opportunity for women from all sectors of the industry to expand their knowledge, engage with international leaders, and build strong networks across their roles. "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," Northwood said. 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. 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 . Comment below to have your say on this story. If you have a news story or tip-off, get in touch at editorial@sprinter.com.au. Sign up to the Sprinter newsletter