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Sharjah to Host the International Publishers Congress 2028

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SHARJAH, UAE, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sharjah City will host the International Publishers Congress (IPC) 2028, one of the publishing industry’s most influential global gatherings, bringing the world’s leading publishers, authors, rights professionals and industry experts to Sharjah in October 2028 under the theme “Inclusion. Innovation. Integrity.” The announcement was made during the official handover ceremony at the IPA 2026 Gala Dinner, held as part of the 35th International Publishers Congress in Lumpur, Malaysia, from 5 to 9 July 2026. Sponsored by the Sharjah Book Authority, the Gala Dinner brought together approximately 500 delegates from across the international publishing community and provided the setting for Sharjah’s official acceptance of the hosting rights for the 2028 Congress. The Emirates Publishers Association will host the Congress in close collaboration and consultation with the International Publishers Association.

 

 

The official handover took place following the IPA Awards Ceremony, when representatives of Kuala Lumpur formally announced Sharjah as the next host city before handing over the International Publishers Congress flag. H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi Founder and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association then delivered the official acceptance speech, formally accepting the honour of hosting the International Publishers Congress 2028 on behalf of Sharjah and welcoming the global publishing community to the United Arab Emirates.

H.H. Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Founder and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association, said: “Hosting the International Publishers Congress 2028 reflects the confidence that the global publishing community has placed in Sharjah and in the United Arab Emirates as a meeting place for dialogue, collaboration and the free exchange of ideas. We look forward to welcoming publishers from around the world to a Congress that strengthens international partnerships, explores the opportunities shaping the future of publishing, and reaffirms our shared belief in the enduring power of books to connect cultures, expand knowledge and bring people together.”

Held every two years by the International Publishers Association (IPA), the Congress is the publishing industry’s foremost international forum, bringing together publishers, authors, booksellers, rights professionals, policymakers and technology leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, address emerging challenges and explore the opportunities shaping the future of publishing.

IPA President Gvantsa Jobava said: “We are excited to be heading to Sharjah for the 36th International Publishers Congress where we can build on the success of our Congress in Kuala Lumpur and further promote our pillars of copyright and the freedom to publish within the publishing sector. The EPA has been such an engaged member of IPA and we can’t wait to get started.”

Sharjah’s selection as host of the 2028 Congress reflects the international publishing community’s confidence in the emirate’s growing role as a global convener for the publishing industry, underpinned by its long-standing commitment to advancing culture, knowledge and international collaboration. Over the years, Sharjah has developed a comprehensive publishing ecosystem that supports every stage of the publishing value chain, from authorship and publishing to translation, rights trading and professional development, while creating an environment that encourages innovation, creativity and the free exchange of ideas. This recognition underscores Sharjah’s ability to convene diverse stakeholders from across the global publishing ecosystem and lead meaningful conversations on the future of the industry.

Hosting the Congress marks a new milestone in Sharjah’s global publishing journey and reinforces the United Arab Emirates’ position as an international destination for cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange. The event is expected to bring together decision-makers and industry leaders from across the global publishing landscape, along with professional networking and sustainable partnerships that will contribute to the continued growth of the sector. The Congress is also expected to create new opportunities across rights trading, translation, publishing services and international collaboration, further strengthening the UAE’s role within the global knowledge economy. These opportunities are expected to extend well beyond the role of the Congress itself, fostering long-term professional exchange, industry partnerships and continued collaboration across the international publishing ecosystem. Held under the theme “Inclusion. Innovation. Integrity.”, the 2028 Congress will explore the defining issues shaping the future of publishing in an increasingly interconnected and technology-driven world.

Commenting on the announcement, H.E. Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of the Emirates Publishers Association, said: “Hosting the International Publishers Congress 2028 in the United Arab Emirates represents a defining moment for the country’s publishing sector and reflects Sharjah’s growing influence within the global publishing community. The Congress will provide Emirati publishers with exceptional opportunities to engage with international peers, strengthen rights exchange, expand translation partnerships and showcase the UAE’s vibrant publishing landscape to the world. We look forward to contributing to a Congress that inspires dialogue, encourages innovation and creates lasting partnerships that benefit publishers across the region and beyond.”

The Inclusion pillar will focus on advancing inclusive publishing by promoting representation, improving accessibility and encouraging the localisation of stories that reflect the richness and diversity of cultures and communities worldwide. It will further explore how publishing can strengthen cross-cultural understanding by ensuring stories remain locally relevant while reaching global audiences.

The Innovation pillar will examine creative and technological solutions that support sustainable publishing and emerging business models, while exploring how digital transformation and artificial intelligence can create new opportunities across the publishing value chain.

The Integrity pillar will highlight the importance of upholding ethical standards, strengthening trust in publishing and safeguarding intellectual property in an era of rapid technological advancement, ensuring that innovation continues to support the core values of the publishing profession.

The Congress programme will feature a dynamic agenda of keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshops and presentations addressing many of the issues shaping the industry’s future. Discussions will cover inclusive publishing, accessible book design, AI-powered publishing workflows, localisation strategies, sustainable publishing, ethical frameworks for artificial intelligence, copyright protection, and collaboration between publishers, creative industries and technology innovators.

The programme has been designed in alignment with the International Publishers Association’s strategic priorities of promoting Freedom to Publish and protecting and advancing Copyright, creating an international platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange and meaningful cooperation across the global publishing community. It will also provide publishers with opportunities to explore new approaches to rights trading, translation, localisation and sustainable business growth in an evolving global marketplace.

The Emirates Publishers Association will play an active role in supporting the Congress by strengthening engagement between Emirati and international publishers, encouraging professional exchange and facilitating dialogue on publishing, translation, rights trading and emerging opportunities for international cooperation.

By bringing the International Publishers Congress to Sharjah, the United Arab Emirates reinforces its commitment to advancing publishing as a catalyst for knowledge, creativity and sustainable development. Beyond convening the global publishing community, the Congress will provide a platform for addressing the opportunities shaping the future of publishing, fostering meaningful international partnerships while reaffirming Sharjah’s position as one of the world’s leading centres for culture, publishing and intellectual exchange.

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Incredible Supply & Logistics Awarded NASA SEWP VI Prime Contract, Launches New Federal Technology Procurement Channel

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10-year, $20 billion-ceiling GWAC expands Federal access to IT, communications, cybersecurity, audio visual, AI, cloud and emerging technology solutions through ISL beginning November 1, 2026

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL), an award-winning small business serving the Federal, War, Maritime and Space communities, today announced the award and launch of its NASA Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP) VI Category A Small Business Prime Contract, providing Federal agencies and Department of War organizations a new streamlined channel for acquiring information technology, communications, audio visual and emerging technology solutions.

Ordering through ISL’s SEWP VI contract begins November 1, 2026. Federal customers, acquisition teams and OEM partners can begin engaging ISL now through its dedicated SEWP VI website at incrediblesupply.com/sewp6.

Available Government-wide, NASA SEWP VI provides Federal acquisition and program teams a streamlined path to competitively acquire technology products and solutions through an established procurement framework supported by the NASA SEWP Program Management Office. Through ISL, customers also gain access to specialized technology sourcing, supply consolidation, logistics and customer-support capabilities.

“SEWP VI significantly expands how ISL can support our Federal, War, Intelligence and Diplomatic customers,” said Chris Faison, Co-Founder and CEO of ISL. “Our customers need access to leading technology solutions, but they also need a partner who understands government acquisition, complex requirements and the realities of getting the right solution delivered where and when it is needed. SEWP VI is a natural extension of our ONE SOURCE model and combines a powerful government-wide acquisition vehicle with the sourcing, logistics and customer support capabilities ISL has built serving these communities.”

SEWP VI Expands ISL’s ONE SOURCE Capabilities

Unlike traditional technology resellers, ISL brings SEWP VI customers access to a broader ONE SOURCE supply and logistics platform built specifically for Federal, War, Maritime and Space missions. In addition to Information Technology, ISL supports customers across Industrial, MRO, Tactical and Workwear requirements—helping agencies and war organizations consolidate suppliers, simplify procurement and work with a proven partner across a broader range of operational needs.

ISL further differentiates its SEWP VI offering through specialized capabilities including complete Bill of Materials (BOM) sourcing, supply consolidation, advanced kitting, configuration and labeling, warehousing, global logistics and customized third-party logistics (3PL). These capabilities allow ISL to support requirements beyond transactional technology procurement—from complex multi-manufacturer solutions to deployment-ready kits and globally delivered customer-specific configurations.

ISL ONE SOURCE: Industrial | MRO | Tactical | Workwear | Information Technology

SEWP VI adds a powerful technology acquisition vehicle to ISL’s broader ONE SOURCE platform, giving Federal and War customers another way to reduce procurement complexity, consolidate requirements and get complete solutions delivered through a single trusted partner.

ISL’s growing ecosystem of leading technology manufacturers enables the company to support requirements ranging from routine IT procurement to complex, large-scale enterprise modernization initiatives.

Technology Solutions Available Through ISL’s NASA SEWP VI Contract

IT Hardware & Infrastructure — Laptops, desktops, workstations, servers, storage, peripherals and supporting infrastructureNetworking & Cybersecurity — Network appliances, routers, switches, security technologies and related solutionsCommunications & Mobility — Phones, tablets, tactical and satellite communications, telecommunications devices and VoIPAudio Visual & Collaboration — A/V equipment and accessories, displays, projectors, screens, conferencing and collaboration solutionsAI, Cloud, Emerging Technology & Software — AI, cloud computing and infrastructure, XaaS offerings, emerging IT and softwareSupporting Technology — Accessories, Cables, Copiers, Fiber Optics, Printers, Scanners, Sensors and ShreddersProduct-Based Services — Asset tracking, cabling, installation, maintenance, product-based engineering and training, RFID labeling, site planning and warranty support

ISL SEWP VI Contract at a Glance

Contract Number

80TECH26D0172 — Category A, Small Business

Contract Type

GWAC (Government-Wide Acquisition Contract)

GWAC Ceiling

$20 Billion

Ordering Period

November 1, 2026 – October 31, 2036

Contract Fee

0.34 %

ISL Launches Dedicated SEWP VI Website and Ordering Guide

Federal customers, acquisition teams and technology manufacturers can access contract information, ordering guides, quote-request information and OEM partnership resources through ISL’s dedicated SEWP VI website.

Website & Ordering Guide: incrediblesupply.com/sewp6

Quote Requests & OEM Partnership Inquiries: sewp6@incrediblesupply.com

ISL Expands SEWP VI Opportunities for Technology Manufacturers

ISL is actively engaging IT, communications, networking, cybersecurity, mobility, audio visual and emerging-technology manufacturers seeking to expand their reach across Federal, War, Intelligence and Diplomatic markets through SEWP VI.

As a NASA SEWP VI Category A Small Business prime, ISL provides OEMs with a government-focused channel supported by experience in federal procurement, technology sourcing, supply consolidation, logistics and mission-driven customer support.

Manufacturers interested in authorized product inclusion, Letters of Authorization, joint go-to-market initiatives, Federal opportunity capture or customer-specific technology requirements can contact the ISL SEWP VI team at sewp6@incrediblesupply.com.

About Incredible Supply & Logistics

Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL) is an award-winning small business serving the Federal, War, Maritime and Space communities. Through its ONE SOURCE approach, ISL delivers Industrial, MRO, Tactical, Workwear and Information Technology solutions that help customers simplify procurement, reduce costs, strengthen supply chains and maintain mission readiness.

To learn more about ISL, visit https://www.incrediblesupply.com.

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Co-Founder, GM IT Solutions
Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL)
(855) 955-8077

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Women Leaders Association Names Dr. Megan Laabs as First Washington Coaching Partner, Bringing Brain Science to Executive Coaching for the Region’s Women Professionals

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New Coaching Partners program connects the association’s Washington members with rigorously vetted, proven executive coaches — beginning with a Harvard-trained clinical neuropsychologist who spent 13 years with the Department of Defense, including nine advising senior leaders at the Office of Naval Intelligence

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Women Leaders Association, the largest publisher and events organization for women professionals with 43,000 members and more than 130 regional chapters, today announced Dr. Megan Laabs as the first official Coaching Partner of its Washington chapter, WashingtonWomenLeaders.org. The appointment launches the association’s new Coaching Partners program in the Washington metro area, giving members direct access to executive coaches who have been carefully screened for credentials, track record, and client results.

The Coaching Partners program was created to solve a problem the association’s members raise constantly: executive coaching is one of the highest-impact investments a professional woman can make in her career — and one of the hardest to shop for. Coaching titles are unregulated, quality varies enormously, and a leader evaluating coaches on her own has little way to verify who is genuinely proven. Under the new program, the Women Leaders Association does much of that screening on the member’s behalf. Every Coaching Partner is vetted for recognized certifications, verifiable experience, and excellent client reviews before being presented to members, so each chapter’s professionals can book a consultation with confidence, have a great experience, and keep rising in their careers.

Dr. Laabs brings a background that is genuinely rare in executive coaching. A clinical neuropsychologist and ICF Professional Certified Coach whose practice motto is “High-Performance Leadership, Backed by Science,” she spent nine years as an executive advisor at the Office of Naval Intelligence where she built an Operational Psychology Program and coached senior leaders responsible for some of the highest-stakes teams in government earning a Meritorious Civilian Service Award. She completed a postdoctoral clinical neuropsychology fellowship at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital and treated military patients as a neuropsychologist at Walter Reed Army Medical Center before transitioning to serve in the Department of Defense. For Washington-area members, she offers a one-on-one coaching partnership focused on decision making, strategic clarity, communication, and resilience empowering clients to align their values and build confidence to show up at their best. She also offers specialized assessment tools such as the EQ-i 2.0 and Hogan to give clients a clear, data-driven foundation at any point in their coaching journey, eliminating guesswork and pinpointing where to focus for maximum growth as well as tailored leadership seminars for teams.

“Women executives are navigating more complexity and pressure than at any point in their career, and they deserve more than generic advice,” said Dr. Laabs. “My work brings the science of how the brain performs into the coaching relationship, so leaders can see their patterns clearly, build resilience, and lead with genuine confidence. I am honored to partner with the Women Leaders Association and to help Washington’s women professionals keep rising.”

Washington-area members can view Dr. Laabs’ full profile, including her focus areas and credentials, schedule a complimentary consultation directly through her calendar, or send her a private note through her page at https://WashingtonWomenLeaders.org/coaching.html?coach=MeganLaabs

“Our members tell us coaching is one of the most valuable investments they make in their careers, and also one of the most confusing purchases,” said Lydia Price, 2026 Volunteer Chair of the Women Leaders Association. “The Coaching Partners program does the heavy lifting for them. We vet every coach for credentials, experience, and reviews before they ever appear on a chapter site, so a member can walk into a free consultation knowing she is meeting a proven professional. Bringing a coach of Dr. Laabs’ caliber to our Washington members is exactly what this program was built to do.”

The Washington launch is part of a national rollout, with the association planning to extend the Coaching Partners program across its network of more than 130 chapters, pairing each city’s members with coaches selected for that market.

The Coaching Partners program extends the association’s broader mission of giving professional women both the structural transparency and the individual support they need to advance. Research from Pew and others estimates that women still earn roughly 15 percent less than men on average, and most women have little visibility into which employers actually advance women fairly. The Women Leaders Association has invested heavily in closing that information gap: its Glass Ceiling Score project, available at WomanLeaders.org/r/GlassCeiling, uses big data to score most major U.S. employers on how fairly they promote women into management and executive roles, and its chapters publish Best Women Employers rankings, compensation studies, and annual Top 50 Women Leaders awards. Coaching Partners adds the complementary, personal dimension: once a member can see the landscape clearly, a proven coach helps her move through it.

About Dr. Megan Laabs

Dr. Megan Laabs is a clinical neuropsychologist, executive advisor, and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), and a Marshall Goldsmith-certified practitioner. She holds a Doctorate of Psychology from The George Washington University, completed her clinical neuropsychology fellowship at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital, and earned her B.A. in psychology from Washington University in St. Louis. She works with executives, founders, and women at every stage of their career journey, and with organizations seeking assessment, team optimization, and tailored leadership seminars. Washington members can schedule a free consultation through her profile at https://WashingtonWomenLeaders.org/coaching.html?coach=MeganLaabs

About the Women Leaders Association

The Women Leaders Association is a non-profit committed to the development and advancement of women in the corporate arena. With 43,000 members and more than 130 chapters in major cities, it is the largest publisher and events organization serving women professionals, producing conferences, leadership programs, original research, and daily publications for its members. We also celebrate the top 50 business women in each city, publish a Glass Ceiling Score ranking how well most employers advance women, and then recognize the best women’s employers in each city from these rankings.

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Best Employers Near You: https://WomanLeaders.org/r/GlassCeiling

Media Contact: Women Leaders Association, Service@WomanLeaders.org, https://WomanLeaders.org

Free Washington Women Leaders Resources — available to all women in the Washington metro at no charge:

News: https://WashingtonWomenLeaders.org/NewsTop 50 Women: https://WashingtonWomenLeaders.org/top-50.htmlBest Women Employers and Glass Ceiling Scores: https://WashingtonWomenLeaders.org/GlassCeiling

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SEEKINK Market Insight: Why Color E-Paper Frame is One of Crowdfunding’s Hottest New Categories

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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As a leading ePaper display (EPD) module original manufacturer, SEEKINK is eager to support and help bring innovative ePaper applications across various industries to life.

SEEKINK has keenly recognized that color ePaper frames are emerging as a distinct consumer electronics category, combining paper-like display quality, ultra-low power consumption, and AI-enabled content creation.

Industry observers report that global shipments of color ePaper photo frames exceeded 30,000 units in 2025. The category is now gaining momentum across Kickstarter, with multi-innovators — Arpobot (Bloomin8), Inkanva, JITRAINNO, Weclay Paper, and others — drawing significant backer support through differentiated product approaches.

Bloomin8, one of the most market-validated entrants, raised AU$2,397,443 from 2,272 backers in its first campaign. In August 2026, Arpobot is planning to launch a second campaign featuring a new 10-inch model with E Ink Spectra 6 display and customizable “Blossom” refresh effects.

Inkanva positions itself as the world’s first self-charging e-ink canvas, using perovskite photovoltaic panels to harvest energy from indoor ambient light. Its open API supports integration with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for natural-language content control.

JITRAINNO offers AI voice-interactive artwork generation, allowing users to describe creative ideas in natural language and receive images optimized for ePaper display.

Weclay Paper is a self-updating color ePaper companion board that tailors its displayed content to the frame’s physical location and room aesthetic via AI, while offering an open SDK for custom app development.

Industry analysts attribute the category’s rise to converging factors: mature Spectra 6 color ePaper technology, bistable power consumption enabling months of battery life, and growing consumer preference for sustainable, paper-like displays.

AI integration addresses a key pain point: keeping content fresh without relying solely on personal photo libraries.

Crowdfunding success further validates global demand, with Bloomin8 exceeding its goal by 7,900% in 2025 and Weclay achieving 728% funding with 16 days remaining.

At CES 2026, 15 exhibitors featured ePaper picture frames, representing 65% of the digital photo frame category. With major panel manufacturers and brands increasing ePaper supply chain investment, the product category is expanding beyond early adopters.

Color ePaper frames are evolving from niche gadgets into mainstream home decor products, driven by ePaper technology, industrial design, AI, and sustainability converging around a new consumer experience.

About SEEKINK

Founded in 2015, SEEKINK ranks among the top 3 globally in sales of electronic paper (EPD) modules thanks to its industry-leading technical team and boasts a monthly production capacity of 20 million units. With nearly 10 localized service teams worldwide and 208 granted patents, SEEKINK provides localized technical and business support to customers across global markets, backed by robust upstream and downstream industry resources,

As one of the founding members of the EPA (ePaper Industry Alliance), SEEKINK is committed to empowering the alliance’s members (currently numbering more than 270) and promoting the adoption of ePaper technology in more innovative application areas.

As an original ePaper display module manufacturer, SEEKINK congratulates the innovators and creators driving the development of the color ePaper frame category.

SEEKINK currently provides 5.89-inch, 7.09-inch, 10-inch, 13.3-inch, 28.5-inch, and 31.5-inch ePaper frame modules, as well as complete OEM/ODM services for customers developing innovative ePaper frame products and other ePaper display applications.

For more information about ePaper industry insights, color ePaper displays, ePaper digital photo frames, and innovative ePaper applications, follow SEEKINK:

Website: https://www.seekink.com/

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Media & Partnership Inquiries: contact@seekink.com

 

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