Books International Inc.

Finance and accounting in the publishing industry can be complex. And, many people who work in publishing come out of liberal arts backgrounds rather than business backgrounds. If you'd like to learn from an expert in a one-hour webinar, you are invited to attend an informative PCPA_Protestant Church-owned Publishers Association 3rd Thursday webinar "Cash Flow Management for Publishers." When: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 1-2 p.m. EDT Where: via Zoom. Pre-registration is required. Go to our website to register: https://lnkd.in/gdqW_tnT Webinar leader: David Hetherington, Vice President-Global Business for PCPA Adjunct Member & Platinum Sponsor Books International Inc. and faculty member at Pace University's graduate school of publishing. Description: Understanding and managing cash flow is crucial for the success and stability of any publishing business. This session is designed to equip publishers with the knowledge and tools needed to maintain a healthy cash position. In this session, you will learn: Cash vs. Accrual Accounting: Explore the differences between cash and accrual accounting methods. Understand how each method impacts your financial reporting and decision-making processes. Learn which method is best suited for your business and how to transition if necessary. Maintaining a Healthy Cash Position: Discover practical strategies to ensure your publishing business always has sufficient cash on hand. We'll cover techniques for managing receivables and payables, optimizing inventory levels, and planning for seasonal fluctuations in cash flow. Who should attend: Publishing professionals from across the organization who need a better grasp of financial principals including editors, marketers, sales reps, production, rights managers, etc. People who may know finance but are new to the publishing industry. Price: Free to PCPA members, friends and anyone who wants to learn more about cash flow management in the publishing industry.

TUES, FEB 4: Join BISG for an essential webinar on building resilient supply chains in the book industry. David Hetherington, Vice President of Global Business Development at Books International Inc., will offer practical insights relevant to publishers, manufacturers, and distributors. Register today! https://lnkd.in/eQEN4WuP

Tariffs: Hoping for the Best, Planning for the Worst  January 7, 2025 at 12PM EST | BISG Supply Chain Lunch & Learn Webinar Lui Simpson, Executive Vice President for Global Policy with the Association of American Publishers (AAP), will discuss how this month's presidential transition could change the way tariffs are used with international trading partners. This webinar will provide valuable insight into what tariffs are already in place, how they might change, and the potential timelines for shifts in policy. Simpson, EVP, Global Policy for AAP, directs the association’s engagement with the U.S. and foreign governments on copyright, technology, and international trade policy issues, and provides analysis and guidance for the association and members on a variety of policy initiatives. https://lnkd.in/gunPxUx3

PCPA_Protestant Church-owned Publishers Association Adjunct Member & Platinum Sponsor David Hetherington of Books International Inc. sent us a link to this important article about a potential longshoremen strike in January. If you print books or curricula overseas and have them shipped to North America, you will want to read this article courtesy of Advertising Specialty Institute: https://lnkd.in/gAdmTQKn Thanks for the alert, David!

The pandemic surprised many in the book publishing industry and drastically emphasized the need for establishing resilient business practices before a crisis hits. David Hetherington is the Vice President of Global Business Development at Books International Inc., a leading provider of US and International book manufacturing, print and digital distribution services for the book publishing industry. With over 40 years of experience in the publishing industry, David joins the #BookSmartsPodcast with Joshua Tallent to discuss how to build resilient business practices, including how to identify risks and ways to prepare in advance, as well as the importance of building relationships in the industry to better prepare for potential crises. FULL EPISODE HERE: https://lnkd.in/etGbkbWb #publishingindustry #bookpublishing #business #publishingbusiness #businessstrategies #pandemic

Join us on Tuesday, November 19th at 12pm EST to learn more about how Books International’s new Smart Buy Button technology in collaboration with Supadu can drive direct-to-consumer sales from your website and social media channels. Recently Supadu and Books International launched a groundbreaking new D2C eCommerce offering combining Smart Buy Button technology and eCommerce capabilities to create a new fully integrated BI shopping cart for all Books International customers. Supadu Smart Buy buttons let publishers integrate one-click book purchasing capabilities across websites, blogs, newsletter campaigns, marketing pages and social channels. This seamless shopping experience not only simplifies the process, but significantly reduces the likelihood of cart abandonment and ensures optimal sales conversion. Hosting this webinar will be Sarah Arbuthnot the CCO of Supadu and Curtis K., VP Business development Books International. #ecommerce #publishing #fulfillment #d2c