Printelect Pulse: Q4 2023 - Wrapping Up an Electrifying Year!
Business Updates
Printelect Expands Team with Four Key Appointments
Printelect proudly announces the addition of four exceptional professionals to its esteemed team, enhancing the company's capabilities across critical areas of expertise at our Garner office. Alissa Loo joins Printelect as the Elections Product Manager, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to spearhead the management of election products, ensuring the company continues to offer cutting-edge solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the industry. Ella Hargrove assumes the role of Digital Services Manager, tasked with overseeing digital platforms, website maintenance, and serving as the primary point of contact for online updates. Her expertise promises to elevate the company's digital presence and user experience. Kendall Andrews steps into the position of Customer Service Manager, entrusted with delivering top-notch customer experiences and bolstering client relations, further strengthening Printelect's commitment to exceptional service. Matt Wise takes on the crucial role of Ballot on Demand/Election Poll Specialist. His expertise will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of crucial voting systems, contributing significantly to the company's mission of facilitating efficient and accurate elections. The addition of these talented individuals underscores Printelect's dedication to assembling a team of experts to drive innovation, enhance customer satisfaction, and fortify its position as a leader in the elections industry. "We are thrilled to welcome Alissa, Ella, Kendall, and Matt to the Printelect family. Their diverse skill sets and expertise align perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional services and products," said Chris Andrews, VP of Sales. "Their arrival marks an exciting chapter in our journey towards continued excellence and innovation. =
Top News
Printelect Expands Vote By Mail Service in Virginia
Printelect welcomed new partners in Virginia for comprehensive Vote By Mail absentee mailing service in the November election. Culpeper County, Frederick County, Henrico County, Spotsylvania County, Stafford County, and the City of Suffolk joined the family of localities for whom Printelect provides printing, production, insertion, and mailing of absentee ballots and materials. These localities joined the City of Hampton, City of Norfolk, City of Richmond, and City of Virginia Beach to benefit from our locally-based service that gets ballots to Virginia voters faster and more accurately. Suffolk is a Dominion tabulation user, while Norfolk utilizes Hart. Printelect has proven performance for printing ballots for these systems. While Printelect is a tabulation partner for ES&S, we are capable of providing ballot printing and mailing services to every Virginia locality regardless of the tabulation system used. Printelect looks forward to announcing new partners soon who will utilize our Vote By Mail service in the Presidential Primary. Stay tuned!
City of Richmond Upgrades to DS300 Tabulators
The City of Richmond is the first locality in Virginia to adopt newly-certified DS300 tabulators. The Electoral Board and the Office of Elections replaced their fleet of DS200 scanners with new DS300s while upgrading the firmware in their ExpressVote ADA Ballot Marking Devices. Richmond will enjoy faster ballot scanning due to improved processor speed and greatly improved speed in results report printing which means a quicker process for voters, pollworkers, and results reporting. The upgrade also included a redesigned ballot box– improving transport, handling, and lock security. Due to the similarity of the user interfaces in the DS200 and DS300, the new scanners were implemented without the need for much additional training; a bonus to the upgrade. The DS300 was developed for compatibility with the new EAC VVSG 2.0 standards. This upgrade positions the City to be ready for these new standards when mandated by the Virginia Department of Elections.
Spotsylvania County and City of Waynesboro transition to ES&S for Tabulation
Spotsylvania County and the City of Waynesboro became the newest ES&S tabulation partners in Virginia with their selection and implementation of the DS300 and ExpressVote. Spotsylvania is a former Unisyn user, while Waynesboro moved away from Dominion. These localities will benefit from the next generation VVSG 2.0-compatible functionality and hardware of the DS300 scanner. Waynesboro and Spotsylvania will benefit from the nimble, comprehensive, locally-based service that the ES&S-Printelect team provides.
Swain and Graham Counties Select DS300 Tabulators and ExpressVote Devices for Enhanced Voting Systems
In a pivotal meeting held in October in Bryson City, representatives from Swain and Graham Counties convened for live demonstrations by ES&S/Printelect and Hart Intercivic. Following meticulous evaluations encompassing voting tabulation equipment, pricing structures, and company assessments, both county boards of election unanimously resolved to proceed with DS300 tabulators and ExpressVote ballot marking devices. The decision, propelled by a comprehensive review process, underscores a strategic move towards advanced voting technology. Notably, the established track record and unwavering support offered by Printelect and ES&S, spanning 17 years, played a pivotal role in securing this vote of confidence from both counties. Their history of proficiency in providing tabulation equipment, ballot printing, election coding, and an array of election products has solidified a longstanding partnership with Swain and Graham Counties.
Printelect Marks Historic Partnership as Buncombe County Becomes its First 6300 Customer in NC, Paving the Way for Innovative Election Solutions
Buncombe County's inaugural use of ExpressVotes for all Early Voting sessions signifies a groundbreaking milestone in both Printelect's legacy and modernizing electoral processes, setting a precedent for future innovations in North Carolina's electoral landscape. ExpressVote Machines Introduce Cutting-Edge Voting Experience in Buncombe County Buncombe County's recent adoption of ExpressVote machines has ushered in a new era of advanced voting technology, enhancing the electoral process and providing voters with an intuitive and efficient voting experience. As highlighted in a recent article by WLOS News 13, the deployment of ExpressVote machines during early voting has marked a significant milestone in Buncombe County's electoral landscape. Neggy Fox, the Deputy Director of Elections for Buncombe County, emphasized the positive impact of these state-of-the-art machines, underscoring their ability to streamline the voting process and offer accessibility features for all voters. The article sheds light on the smooth integration and successful debut of ExpressVote machines, providing voters in Western North Carolina with a user-friendly interface and innovative technology designed to ensure accuracy and security throughout the voting process. "Introducing ExpressVote machines has been a game-changer for Buncombe County. We're thrilled to witness the positive reception and the increased accessibility they provide," remarked Buncombe County Elections Office. "The successful implementation of these machines reflects our commitment to modernizing the voting experience for our community." The adoption of ExpressVote machines exemplifies Buncombe County's dedication to leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance voter engagement and uphold the integrity of the electoral process. For further information, please refer to the article on WLOS News 13:
Client Testimonials
“I loved the ease of the Voting Machines throughout the entire Election Process, as well as the clear and thorough communication from every staff member I personally had to work with. Gary and Elizabeth are life savers – as well as the others we emailed or spoke with.” - Kellie Acors, CGRV, VREO Director of Elections, Spotsylvania County
"Printelect was a complete game changer for our office! The process was simple and very user friendly. We look forward to using the service again for upcoming elections!"
- Teryka Q. Smith Absentee Coordinator, City of Suffolk
Recent Events
We were delighted to have our team participate in the GAVREO conference in Athens, GA this week. Michelle, Regional Account Manager, and Ella, our new Digital Services Manager, engaged with attendees at our booth, showcasing our high-quality election products and services. A special highlight was meeting Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and COO Gabriel Sterling. Proud exhibitors at this esteemed conference!