Richard Beto Named IPMA Outstanding Contributor

Richard Beto

The In-plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA) is thrilled to announce the IPMA Board of Directors has selected Richard Beto, retired director of Document Solutions at The University of Texas at Austin, to receive an IPMA Outstanding Contributor Award. He will be honored at IPMA’s 2024 Educational Conference and Vendor Fair June 2-6, in Des Moines, Iowa.

“Richard Beto’s contributions to IPMA and the larger print community over the years have been extraordinary,” praised Christopher Donlon, IPMA International President. “Richard's unwavering dedication and passion for our industry and its people will be hard to match. A recent story about Richard included a note about his servant-leader style and that he instructed his team that kids' soccer games and other activities were just as important as the job at hand. The Board proudly honors Richard for all his contributions to our organization.”

Document Solutions Director Richard Beto (second from left) accepts his in-plant’s Best of Show award during the IPMA 2017 conference from IPMA President Dwayne Magee (left), IPG Editor Bob Neubauer and IPMA Awards Chair Chris Donlon.

“I am honored to be recognized for my 44 years of work and collaboration within the printing community,” said Beto. “During my tenure, so many offered me guidance, inspiration and collaboration and as a result, I took great pride to ensure that my brand included assisting others on their journeys and sharing insights so that someone’s path would be a bit easier.  So to be recognized as an Outstanding Contributor for 2024 is truly humbling.  Printing has been my life’s work, and I remain committed and hopeful that in-plant managers will always have an IPMA community where we can foster excellence, get assistance and continue to improve.”

About Richard Beto

Richard Beto is a seasoned professional in the in-plant industry. He is renowned for his passion for excellence and customer service throughout his career. His career began at his alma mater, West Virginia University, as Assistant Manager for Printing Services in 1980.

Richard Beto (center) speaks on a panel at an IPI forum. With him are Sherri Isbell, University of Oklahoma, and Melynda Crouch, Texas Tech HSC.

During his tenure, he rose through the ranks to become Director of Printing Services. Over thespan of 22 years, he spearheaded a number of initiatives aimed at streamlining and optimizing resources to improve customer service and assure fiscal responsibility.

In 2004, Beto embarked on a new chapter as he assumed the position of Director of Document Solutions at The University of Texas at Austin. Under his leadership, Document Solutions expanded the printing, copying and mail services to include main frame and checking writing, courier services, wide format, promotional products, engraving, copier management, and campus distribution.

During his tenure, Document Solutions received countless awards from IPMA and ACUP-- that included but is not limited to-- Best of Show (3), In-Plant Promotional Excellence (3), Best Mail Service (2), In-Plant of the Year, and Organizational Impact.

After a satisfying career spanning four decades, Richard retired in January 2024 to spend time traveling with his wife, Barbara and his children Jackson, Reagan, and Julianna.

About the Outstanding Contributor Award

The Outstanding Contributor Award was created to recognize an IPMA member or supporter in good standing for at least six months who has demonstrated dedication and support to the association and made positive contributions throughout the previous calendar year and beyond.

Source: IPMA

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