EXPERT HALL

Bookwire GmbH was founded in Frankfurt in 2010 as a service provider for publisher distribution of ebooks and digital content. It has since become one of the leading international businesses in digital publishing technology. Bookwire currently employs 150 people in Germany, the UK, Spain, France, Brazil, Mexico and the USA, who take care of more than 2,500 publishers in the fields of ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts and Print-on-Demand. The pioneering software “Bookwire OS – One Solution”, launched in 2019, has delivered, analysed and marketed around 800,000 ebooks and 200,000 audiobooks in all relevant distribution channels. In addition to the latest customer analytics and pricing technology, publishing clients of Bookwire GmbH also have access to individual support from account & marketing managers who look after the clients from end to end. In 2019, the audiobook production solution “We Audiobook You” (WAY) bagged the business the first “Digital Publishing Award” in the field of B2B solutions. Bookwire GmbH is managed by its founders Jens Klingelhöfer and John Ruhrmann, and has branches in Barcelona, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, New York and Paris, in addition to the company headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and the "Digital Hub" in Dortmund. bookwire.net

Circana is the leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior. Through unparalleled technology, advanced analytics, cross-industry data and deep expertise, we provide clarity that helps almost 7,000 of the world’s leading brands and retailers take action and unlock business growth. We understand more about the complete consumer, the complete store, and the complete wallet so our clients can go beyond the data to apply insights, ignite innovation, meet consumer demand, and outpace the competition. Circana.com

Color House Graphics has long partnered with Christian publishers to produce meaningful books that inspire and inform. We offer complete softcover and hardcover manufacturing solutions, specializing in short to medium runs of high-quality black-and-white and color titles. Our sheetfed offset and fully integrated digital production platforms support every stage of the publishing lifecycle. In addition to printing and binding, we provide trusted fulfillment, warehousing, and distribution services ensuring your message reaches readers with care and efficiency. Discover how we can support your publishing mission at ColorHouseGraphics.com

Faceout Studio is a market leading firm specializing in book design. The studio designs hundreds of books each year working w/ the world's top media companies, mid–size publishers, university presses and individual authors. Over the years, Faceout Studio’s work has been recognized by Communication Arts, the AIGA, the AAUP, ECPA, the IBPA, Print magazine, Eye magazine, the New York Book Show, Graphis and the American Advertising Federation. faceoutstudio.com

Firebrand Group is a global collection of companies—including Firebrand Technologies, NetGalley, and Supadu—that provides comprehensive technology solutions to nurture book publisher success. Firebrand Technologies offers a variety of publishing-centric solutions and services—Title Management tracks titles from pre-acquisition through production, marketing, and sales; Eloquence on Demand is the industry gold standard for metadata and asset distribution; Eloquence on Alert is a powerful online retail compliance auditing tool; Flywheel identifies hidden opportunities for driving backlist sales at the right times; FlightDeck is the most advanced EPUB validation and testing tool available. NetGalley helps publishers and authors promote digital review copies and audiobooks to book advocates and industry professionals. Supadu is the global, leading provider of website and direct-to-consumer eCommerce solutions for trade and academic publishers, and university presses. The Firebrand Group is owned by Media Do International Inc., one of the world's largest ebook distribution companies.

At Friesens, we help others share their best story with the world. Any printer can put ink on paper, but the employee-owners at Friesens are committed to the craft of building amazing, Christian books. As an employee-owned business, we are committed to our faith, our customers, our employees and reinvesting in our operations. We serve the needs of publishers across North America using the latest equipment and technologies to produce stunning, world-class books. Friesens employee-owners are ready to serve you with the passion and commitment that only an owner can provide. Our company has been in business for 119 years and we’ve never been more excited about the future!  friesens.com

FrontGate Media is the leading marketing agency specializing in the Faith and Family audience. With a 25+ year track record of success, we serve publishers, authors, and more as “Your Gateway to the Christian Audience” in reaching people living their Christian Faith: Protestants, Catholics, Church Leaders, Conservatives, U.S. Spanish-Speakers, and more. FrontGate’s full-service agency and media group has been trusted with over 7,500 campaigns. FrontGate offers expert services in marketing strategy, public relations, advertising, media buying, social marketing, and content development. Their work has earned repeated honors from the Internet Advertising Competition, the WebAwards, and the Emmy® Awards. Contact FrontGate at 949-799-4777 or visit www.FrontGateMedia.com.

GPS Group is a book manufacturer located in Central Europe. With more than 400 clients all over the world, we serve the publishing community with high quality colour cased hardbacks, paperbacks, flexi-bound books, and board books. With in-house facilities for sewn and PUR perfect binding, casing in, saddle-stitching, laminating, spot UV varnish, foil blocking, debossing/embossing, die cutting, paperbacks with flaps, shrink-wrapping, and packing, we control the process from start to finish. We deliver books to all major distribution centres in the US. gpsgroup.eu

Ingram Content Group Inc. is the world’s largest and most trusted distributor of physical and digital content. Thousands of publishers, retailers, and libraries worldwide use our best-of-class digital, audio, print, print-on-demand, inventory management, wholesale and full-service distribution programs to realize the full business potential of books. IngramContent.com

Nord Compo is a global leader in prepress composition, editorial, digital publishing, audiobook production, book design services, and out-of-print recovery serving Christian and secular publishers for over 50 years. In the past few years, we have developed AI tools to help publishers be more efficient. Our newest AI-powered alt text solution streamlines the creation of accessible EPUBs, helping publishers reduce costs, eliminate bottlenecks, and meet accessibility standards without added overhead. Headquartered in France with 500+ employees worldwide, we support hundreds of publishers—for example, major names like Hachette, Elsevier, Springer, and Ingram and Christian publishers of all sizes including InterVarsity Press, Bible League International, Church Publishing, New Reformation Publishing. For Christian publishers dedicated to sharing God’s love, Nord Compo is a trusted partner—delivering your content efficiently and affordably, so your message impacts more hearts. NordCompo.com.

Thomson Reuters Core Print Solutions stands as the authority in book printing, combining over a century of expertise with cutting-edge technology to empower publishers to print with confidence, speed, and scale. We are committed to building long-term partnerships, understanding individual needs, and delivering unparalleled performance through comprehensive, tailored services. We’re ready to print the next chapter with you. To learn more about how Core Print Solutions can add exceptional value to your next print run:

visit us at core-print-solutions.com or email us at [email protected].

Total Printing Systems is a digital book manufacturer offering single to full color on covers and interiors in all bind styles. Our niche is short-run book printing using the latest digital technology with high-speed inkjet web and toner presses. All binding is done in-house and we specialize in short-run case binding. Print-On-Demand, Ship-On-Demand fulfillment, inventory management, and warehousing services are also available. Contact Darrin Sappenfield at 800-465-5200 or [email protected]. Look us up on FB, IG and X. Our instant quote pricing tool is at tps1.com.

Versa Press is a family-owned business located in East Peoria, Illinois. We are a leading manufacturer of trade, religious, educational, medical, university, and commercial publications. Throughout our history, we have provided exceptional value and customer service through our experienced staff and their superior printing craftsmanship. We’re your book publishing partner for: unmatched quality with on-time delivery; state-of-the-art equipment; 1c, 2c, or 4c sheet-fed, offset printing; in-house paperback and hardcover binding; 1-day delivery to many major distributors; and eco-friendly commitment. versapress.com