Taylor receives 2026 FTA President's Award

Soma North America sales director recognized for industry education and association leadership.

L-R: FTA president Nathan Ridnouer, Garrett Taylor, and Paul Teachout, FTA board chair

L-R: FTA president Nathan Ridnouer, Garrett Taylor, and Paul Teachout, FTA board chair

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association has named Garrett Taylor, sales director of Soma North America, as the recipient of its 2026 President's Award, presented at the FTA Forum InfoFlex Awards Banquet in Milwaukee on 26 April.

Taylor was recognized for his support of industry education, collaboration and innovation, including his role in strengthening the partnership between FTA and the Flexo Xperience Center to expand hands-on training opportunities. He has also contributed to FIRST training initiatives and FTA technical programming.

'Garrett is a tremendous partner and advocate for the FTA. His commitment to supporting both the association and the broader flexographic community is evident in everything he does,' said Nathan Ridnouer, president of FTA.

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