TLMI is heading into 2026 with new leadership and a renewed vision for the future. Dale Coates has taken over the reins as president and CEO. Since joining the leadership team in 2020, Coates has served in various roles, including COO and vice president of member operations and engagement.

Coates takes over the position from Linnea Keen, who served in the role from 2020-2025. Keen announced her resignation at the 2025 Annual Meeting, and she supported Coates in succeeding her. The move received unanimous approval from the Board of Directors.

“I am very excited and honored to have the opportunity to carry on the great work that was begun under Linnea Keen’s leadership of TLMI,” says Coates. 

Meanwhile, Dscoop, the global, user-driven community of HP Industrial Print customers and partners, has announced four keynote speakers for Dscoop Edge Rockies. The events returns March 8–11, 2026, to the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center near Denver, CO, USA.

The keynote lineup brings together distinct voices, each offering perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing business leaders today. Together, they reflect the spirit of Edge Rockies — a place where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are openly shared, and leaders gather to explore what’s next for their businesses alongside peers who are actively shaping the future of print.

Here are the top stories from the week ending on Januar 9, 2026:

1. President Dale Coates anticipates bright future for TLMI
2. Dscoop announces Edge Rockies keynote presenters
3. Epson predicts labeling trends for 2026
4. Henkel joins GIC to foster circular future
5. UK packaging industry experts look ahead to 2026