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PLI HEAT Organizational Announcement
Asheville, NC – September 2, 2025 - PLI is excited to announce an important new addition to the HEAT division: Phil Traywick will be joining us as Vice President of Sales for HEAT, effective Tuesday, September 2. Phil will report directly to our CEO, Mark McEachen and be based in Asheville, NC.

Phil is a seasoned sales leader with over 25 years of experience in sales and leadership roles. He has a strong background in the hospitality industry, having worked with Guest Supply, LLC, where he developed a reputation for creative problem-solving, thoughtful leadership, and a relentless focus on improvement. Phil embodies our core values and brings fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team. He is known for cultivating positive relationships and inspiring teams, thriving in environments that celebrate curiosity and continuous learning.
Over the next few weeks, Phil will engage closely with our operations team and the executive leadership to gain a comprehensive understanding of our business functions. He will also play a key role in crafting a strategic plan aimed at revitalizing our HEAT Sales department and driving revenue growth. To ensure alignment and synergy across the division, the entire HEAT Sales team will be under Phil.
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PLI is the largest Closed Loop Gift, Loyalty and Hospitality card manufacturer in North America. PLI has been in business for over 30 years, specializing in end-to-end card marketing solutions including card production, design, packaging, displays, consulting and fulfillment services and capabilities. PLI has three manufacturing facility locations including two in Las Vegas, NV and one in Asheville, NC.
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Las Vegas Employee Engagement Event Brings Teams Together
LAS VEGAS, NV – May 22, 2026 – Teamwork at PLI shows up in the way we communicate, support each other, and stay focused on getting the job done. In Las Vegas, that was the focus of our Employee Engagement events held at both LV1 and LV2. | 22 May 2026

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May Employee Spotlight: Jamie DeWeese | Asheville
At PLI, we are proud to recognize Jamie DeWeese in PrePress, as our Employee Spotlight for our Asheville location. Jamie is motivated by the steady pace of his role and takes pride in delivering reliable, high-quality work that his team can depend on. | 6 May 2026

May Employee Spotlight: Eric Savoy | LV2
We're excited to recognize Eric Savoy as our Employee Spotlight for the month of May at the LV2 location. Eric brings a hands-on mindset to every challenge, whether he’s tracking down elusive equipment faults, jumping into new projects, or sharing practical ideas that help the team deliver consistent, high-quality products. | 6 May 2026

May Employee Spotlight: Albert Olivas | LV1
PLI is proud to recognize Albert Olivas as our Employee Spotlight for the month of May at the LV1 location. He brings a steady, team-focused mindset to everything he does, consistently supporting those around him and helping keep operations moving forward. | 6 May 2026

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