The Ball State University Graphic Arts Management Advisory Board is a well-respected, engaged, wide-ranging representation of the printing industry, including Ball State Alumni and members of the business community with an interest in our students and the program.

Our mission is to provide counsel to improve program excellence through the following initiatives:

  • Advocate for the program
  • Advise on curriculum
  • Offer guidance on student recruitment and retention
  • Build partnerships to expand and improve student internships and employment


Advisory Board Members:

  • Helena Abbing – GSD&M, Chair of Advisory Board
  • Michael Barry – Domino North America
  • Mark Bohan – Konica Minolta
  • Ed Cowgill – Muncie Novelty
  • Keith Craig – Hamilton
  • Nathan Fletcher – InGate Solutions
  • James Hillman – Mossberg & Company, Inc.
  • Ken Johnson – Printing Services
  • Taylor Kolo – SDI Innovations
  • Bettylyn Krafft – Phoenix Challenge
  • Ryan LeFebvre – Specialty Print Communications
  • Joe Lyman – Great Lakes Graphics Association
  • Donna Merchant – Diversity Press
  • David Niles – Sappi Paper
  • David Schild – ZUND Swiss Cutting Systems
  • Paul Teachout – Anderson & Vreeland
  • Bud Zuch – Graphic Packaging International