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Photo Imaging CONNECT: How AI is transforming memory preservation in photo imaging Events Feature 

Photo Imaging CONNECT: How AI is transforming memory preservation in photo imaging

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the photo-imaging industry, but one of its most compelling applications may be in helping families preserve not just photos, but the stories behind them. That was the key theme of the recent Photo Imaging CONNECT panel discussion featuring Adam Pratt of Chaos to Memories, Sarah Lefebvre of MediaViz AI, and Mitchell Richmond of Kenoke, who... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT: Hans Hartman explores exit strategies and M&A trends in the photo industry Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT: Hans Hartman explores exit strategies and M&A trends in the photo industry

At the Photo Imaging CONNECT conference, industry analyst Hans Hartman of Visual 1st delivered a thought-provoking presentation on a topic many entrepreneurs eventually confront: how and why companies in the photo and video industry get acquired. Drawing on years of experience advising startups and technology firms, Hartman outlined the evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions and offered practical insights for... Read More
Photo Personalization Pioneer Feted for 20 Years of Leadership News 

Photo Personalization Pioneer Feted for 20 Years of Leadership

The Dead Pixels Society announced the first recipient of the organization’s “Photo Imaging Pioneer” award is Marion Duchesne, co-founder and CEO of Mediaclip, a Montreal-based technology company that provides enterprise-grade white-label software powering online product personalization for retailers and brands worldwide. The Photo Imaging Pioneer Award, presented at the annual Photo Imaging CONNECT event at the RIO Hotel and Casino, Las... Read More
PIC Preview: LEAN Principles Turn A Magic Act Into A Global Breakthrough Events Podcasts 

PIC Preview: LEAN Principles Turn A Magic Act Into A Global Breakthrough

In the preview of his Photo Imaging CONNECT keynote, Stuart MacDonald — magician, filmmaker, entrepreneur — explores how LEAN principles, continuous improvement, and ruthless clarity transformed a faceplant into standing ovations, a win on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and a top-10 finish at the world championships. MacDonald takes us through the nerve-wracking world of competitive magic, where originality is mandatory,... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Fujifilm, Zenfolio and more as presenters Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Fujifilm, Zenfolio and more as presenters

The Dead Pixels Society, the photo/imaging industry’s leading news source, announces the speaking lineup for the Photo Imaging CONNECT conference, March 1-2, 2026, at the RIO Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas, NV. In a special partnership with WPPI, the Dead Pixels Society is hosting an executive-level conference to bring together various sectors of the photo/imaging industry to discuss trends, opportunities,... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT bonus: WPPI keynote with Annie Leibovitz is included Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT bonus: WPPI keynote with Annie Leibovitz is included

Photo Imaging CONNECT attendees get a bonus with their conference badge: A full WPPI conference pass that includes all seminars, the WPPI Expo, exclusive parties, after-hours events, and more. The badge also grants you access to the opening keynote featuring influential portrait photographer Annie Leibovitz. After the keynote, she will also meet attendees for an exclusive book signing. Photo Imaging... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT announces exit strategy session with Hans Hartman Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT announces exit strategy session with Hans Hartman

Photo Imaging CONNECT conference announces Hans Hartman, president of Suite 48 Analytics and chair of Visual 1st, will present, “Exit Stage Right,” at its 2026 event, March 1-2, in Las Vegas. Part of the startup journey is to consider exit options. Apart from IPOs, what to consider when developing a proactive exit strategy? In this session, Hartman will describe what... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Jordan Moore to speak on privacy and security Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Jordan Moore to speak on privacy and security

Photo Imaging CONNECT conference announces security expert Jordan Moore, ICD.D, will present, “Privacy & Security: What Every Business Needs to Know,” at its 2026 event, March 1-2, in Las Vegas.  Moore, who is the founder and CEO of the consulting firm, Riseilient, has a long-standing history in the professional photography industry, particularly volume photography. In this fast-paced, interactive session, sponsored by... Read More
2025 events in review for the Dead Pixels Society Events News 

2025 events in review for the Dead Pixels Society

The Dead Pixels Society had a busy year in 2025, visiting industry events and reporting important industry happenings. Among the video highlights: Visual 1st 2025 Printing United IPIC 2025 SPAC 2025 And that’s just a few! For 2026, the Dead Pixels Society is looking to attend the following events and more: Jan. 21-24     SPAC – 71st Annual SPAC School... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Stuart MacDonald lean process keynote  Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT announces Stuart MacDonald lean process keynote 

Photo Imaging CONNECT conference announces world-class magician and continuous improvement expert Stuart MacDonald will bring his unique presentation, “Lean Process and Continuous Improvement in Art,” to the 2026 event, March 1-2, in Las Vegas. MacDonald is a TEDx speaker, “Penn & Teller: Fool Us” champion, and a Lean-certified expert in problem-solving and continuous improvement. With more than 20 years of... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT 2026 registration is open; get early bird tickets now! Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT 2026 registration is open; get early bird tickets now!

Registration has opened for the Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) executive conference, March 1-2, 2026, at the RIO Casino and Resort, Las Vegas, NV., hosted by the Dead Pixels Society. Photo Imaging CONNECT serves as the premier executive networking conference for the photo/imaging sector. The conference unites industry leaders from printing, services, professional photography, technology, and retail for educational sessions and discussions. “After... Read More
Annie Leibovitz to open WPPI 2026 with keynote presentation Events News 

Annie Leibovitz to open WPPI 2026 with keynote presentation

The Wedding & Portrait Photography International (WPPI) Conference & Expo announced legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz will headline WPPI 2026 as the keynote speaker, kicking off five days of immersive education, innovation, and community connection in Las Vegas from March 1-5, 2026. Registration is now open for WPPI 2026. Photo Imaging CONNECT attendees will be able to attend the session, as... Read More
The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 1-2, 2026 Events 

The Dead Pixels Society announces Photo Imaging CONNECT, March 1-2, 2026

The Dead Pixels Society, the photo/imaging industry’s leading news source, announces the Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) executive conference, March 1-2, 2026, at the RIO Casino and Resort, Las Vegas, NV. Photo Imaging CONNECT (PIC) serves as the premier executive networking conference for the photo/imaging sector. The conference unites industry leaders from printing, services, professional photography, technology, and retail for educational sessions and... Read More
Photo Imaging CONNECT brings together industry executives for industry connections and more Events News 

Photo Imaging CONNECT brings together industry executives for industry connections and more

The Photo Imaging CONNECT conference, held March 16-17, in Las Vegas, Nev., brought together more than 40 industry executives to network, share insights and explore the future of the photo/imaging industry. In a special partnership with WPPI, the Dead Pixels Society held an executive-level conference to bring together various sectors of the photo/imaging industry to discuss trends, opportunities, new technologies, and more in... Read More