TUESDAY, SEPT 2 — TRAINING DAY + KICKOFF PARTY
12:00–12:45 PM
UV Base Camp: Beginner Training
Trevor Bates & Doug Griggs
Introductory training session covering the essentials of UV printing. Learn how to set up your Mimaki printer, load substrates, and avoid common mistakes that can slow down production. Perfect for new users or anyone needing a refresher.
12:00–12:45 PM
Optimizing Shopify for the Personalization Industry
Melody Thornton
How to use themes, apps, and flows to increase efficiency and accuracy for your personalization business.
1:00–1:45 PM
Corel VDP for Variable Data Printing (Advanced)
Clay Barbera – Corel Trainer
Advanced techniques for using CorelDRAW to create variable data files for batch production. Learn how to integrate names, numbers, and custom fields into your designs efficiently.
1:00–1:45 PM
Adobe + RasterLink Workflow Deep Dive
Michael Gass & Stone Caillier
Explore how to prepare artwork in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and push it seamlessly into RasterLink for high-quality UV printing. Includes tips on profiles, layers, and spot gloss settings.
2:00–2:45 PM
Advanced RasterLink Techniques
Doug Griggs & Carissa Terwey
Dive deeper into RasterLink settings in 2.5D, texture builds, gloss control, gradients, and file efficiency. Great for intermediate to advanced operators looking to fine-tune their workflow.
3:00–3:45 PM
Hat Patch Central: Design & Production Tips
Trevor Bates & Josh Evans – Lonestar Adhesive
Everything you need to know about creating killer hat patches. From material prep, hold-down, cut file setup, texture builds, print technique, and heat press tips—this class is a favorite for shops looking to break into leather patch production.
4:00–5:00 PM
Work Smarter: Beginner AI Tools for Busy Business Owners
Stephanie Murphy – The Country Porch Swing
This session is designed for creative business owners who want to save time, stay organized, and make life easier without tech overload. Learn entry-level ways to use AI for everyday tasks.
8:00 PM
UV Energize Kickoff Party
Jelly Roll’s NEW Rooftop Bar – Broadway, Nashville
Join us for a night of networking, drinks, and celebration! Sponsored by our incredible partners.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 3 — FULL SHOW DAY + VIP NIGHT
9:00 AM
Badge Pickup
9:40 AM
UV Energize Warm-Up
Steve Weist
A high-energy welcome and motivational kickoff to a day of learning, exploring, and connecting in the UV print world.
10:00 AM
Show Floor Opens
12:00 PM
Awards Pro Panel: Industry Legends Share All
Lisa Higginbotham, Pam Deats, Wilson Brim, Braden & Alison Todd, Justin Varn
Moderated by Megan Raymond
An all-star panel discussing what it takes to thrive in awards and personalization. Packed with wisdom and real-world advice.
2:00 PM
Scared Money Don’t Make Money!
Pam Deats – Custom Built Awards
Pam shares her bold strategies for growth and fearless pricing in a competitive market. Learn how taking calculated risks leads to big-time results.
4:00 PM
Advanced AI Implementation for UV Pros
Tyler Fisk & Justin Varn
For experienced users ready to integrate AI into their UV workflow—from research to business automation. Includes examples and live demos.
8:00 PM
L27 Rooftop – PDS VIP Appreciation Night
Celebrate with the UV print community at our exclusive rooftop event. For customers, partners, and friends of UV printing.
THURSDAY, SEPT 4 — WRAP-UP + FINAL SESSIONS
9:00 AM
RasterLink Color Control
Jim Raffel, Shelby Sapusek & Carissa Terwey – Color Casters
Master color management inside RasterLink. Perfect for pros who want to improve color accuracy across substrates.
9:00 AM
Order Management Systems That Scale
Debbie Susdorf & Niels Norby – Biz Wiz IQ
Learn to streamline your business using Order Manager. From entering orders, scheduling, invoicing, and creating purchase orders, to using emails and product documents efficiently.
10:00 AM
Show Floor Opens
12:00 PM
Town Hall: Ask the Experts + What’s Next
Your chance to ask questions, share ideas, and help shape the future of UV printing. Open discussion with experts and attendees.
2:00 PM
Final Session – LETSGOOOO!
Let’s wrap up UV Energize 2025 with closing thoughts, final takeaways, and maybe a few surprises.
4:00 PM
Show Floor Closes
Schedule subject to change
