Make It Pop: Engraving Acrylic for Maximum Impact
Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 1pm CT | 2pm ET
CEU Credits 0.1 Technical
Chelsea Sauder, Co-Owner, Houston Acrylic
Chelsea Sauder is a co-owner of Houston Acrylic, where she leads product development and creates educational content to empower and inspire fellow makers. Since co-founding the company with Courtney and Patrick Boren in August 2020, Chelsea has played a key role in establishing Houston Acrylic as a trusted material supplier—built by makers, for makers. For the past five years, she and her team have been dedicated to supporting a vibrant and growing community by providing high-quality materials and valuable resources that help makers thrive. Chelsea’s passion lies in educating and inspiring laser crafters through hands-on tutorials, product testing, and creative projects. When she’s not working on educational content, she enjoys fabricating custom props and cosplay pieces using laser-cut materials. With a catalog of over 600 unique acrylic styles and laser-friendly materials—including MakerStone, Dichrolam, and more—Houston Acrylic offers everything makers need to bring their next project to life. Choose Houston Acrylic and join a community fueled by creativity, innovation, and quality.
Have you ever struggled to achieve bold, high-contrast engraves on your favorite acrylics? Join Chelsea Sauder of Houston Acrylic as she shares expert tips and creative techniques for engraving on a variety of acrylic styles, from classic two-tone to eye-catching iridescent. Learn how to elevate your laser projects with dual engraves on fluorescent acrylic, paint-filled mirror pieces, and more.
Whether you're looking to refine your engraving process or try something completely new, this session will give you the tools to make your acrylic designs truly stand out.
What You’ll Learn:
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How to prepare different types of acrylic for optimal engraving results
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Techniques for engraving specialty acrylics, including iridescent and confetti styles
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Creative methods to add depth, contrast, and visual interest to your engraving designs
Getting Started with AI : Transforming the Awards & Personalization Industry
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 1pm CT | 2pm ET
CEU Credits 0.1 Business
Justin R. Varn, President/Owner, Awards4U
Justin Varn has been a driving force in the awards and recognition industry since 2011. As a key member of Awards4U, he has contributed to nearly every aspect of the business—leading efforts in sales, marketing, IT, shipping, customer relations, and operations. His adaptability and leadership played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and innovation. On January 1, 2025, Justin officially became the owner of Awards4U, ushering in a new era of vision and commitment to excellence.
Justin is deeply engaged in advancing the industry. He is currently on the executive board for the Awards and Personalization Association, serving as President-Elect. Additionally, he chairs the AI Committee for the Award Associates of America, helping businesses adopt smart technologies to streamline personalization and production. Through his leadership roles, Justin continues to shape the future of the awards industry, driving innovation and championing best practices for recognition & personalization professionals across the country.
Discover how AI is changing everything - from design to delivery. In this session, we will explore the foundations of artificial intelligence, touch on the tools used for creative design, and learn what AI tools can help your small business. Learn how to write prompts that work, and begin using AI to free up time, boost profits & improve service.
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