Jostens Yearbook Covers Win Five Gold Leaf Awards

Jostens, the leading provider of publications, jewelry and consumer goods serving the K-12 and college market, and four of its yearbook customers recently brought home five awards at the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) Gold Leaf Awards during the FSEA National Conference in Schaumburg, IL.

Harvard University's "Harvard 380" United States Military Academy's "Howitzer"

Yearbook covers produced by Jostens received honors in the "Most Creative Use of Foil and Embossing," "Most Difficult Use of Foil and Embossing," "Best Use of Foil and Embossing," and “Most Difficult Use of Embossing” categories.

The FSEA Gold Leaf Awards are a collection of the most creative, brilliant, and technically difficult works in the industry. The FSEA Gold Leaf Awards cover everything from book covers and jackets to calendars and holographic foils, and a panel of industry experts judged the pieces in three categories: design, execution and level of difficulty.

The following Jostens Yearbook Covers were recipients of the 24th Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards:

"Most Creative Use of Foil and Embossing – Hardback Book Cover" Category:

• The Booster, Boiling Springs High School [SC] – Gold
• The Wildcat, Waterford High School [CA] – Bronze

"Best Use of Foil and Embossing – Capabilities Brochure" Category:

• Yearbook Cover Love, Jostens [MN] – Gold

"Most Difficult Use of Foil and Embossing – Hardback Book Cover" Category:

• Howitzer, United States Military Academy [NY] – Silver

"Most Difficult Use Embossing" Category:

• Harvard 380, Harvard Yearbook Publications [MA] – Silver

"We are honored to be recognized by the FSEA for these winning yearbook covers designed and produced in collaboration with our customers,” said Ann Carr, Jostens Chief Marketing Officer. "Making a strong first impression with the cover is an important part of the yearbook experience and we are very proud of our expert team of cover designers, yearbook representatives, creative artists and operators who make it possible for Jostens to be recognized as the best in the industry."

To learn more about the FSEA Gold Leaf Awards and view the full list of winners visit http://www.fsea.com/content/awards/gold-leaf17.shtml.

About FSEA

Since its inception in 1992, the Foil & Specialty Effects Association has worked toward industry awareness and growth. It serves as a resource and educational platform for decorating technologies, including foil stamping, embossing, cold foil technologies, specialty coatings, laminates and laser cutting.

About Jostens

Jostens is a trusted partner in the academic and achievement channel, providing products, programs and services that help its customers celebrate moments that matter. The company's products include yearbooks, publications, jewelry and consumer goods that serve the K-12 educational, college and professional sports segments. Founded in 1897 and based in Minneapolis, Minn., Jostens is a subsidiary of Newell Brands and can be found online at www.jostens.com.

About Newell Brands

Newell Brands (NYSE: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Paper Mate®, Sharpie®, Dymo®, EXPO®, Parker®, Elmer’s®, Coleman®, Jostens®, Marmot®, Rawlings®, Irwin®, Lenox®, Oster®, Sunbeam®, FoodSaver®, Mr. Coffee®, Rubbermaid Commercial Products®, Graco®, Baby Jogger®, NUK®, Calphalon®, Rubbermaid®, Contigo®, First Alert®, Waddington and Yankee Candle®. Driven by a sharp focus on the consumer, leading investment in innovation and brands, and a performance-driven culture, Newell Brands helps consumers achieve more where they live, learn, work and play.

This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on the company’s website, www.newellbrands.com. 

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Jeff Peterson
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