The FSEA 2008 National Convention will top off with the coveted Gold Leaf Awards Banquet and presentations on Saturday evening, April 12th. The evening will commence with a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. where guests will have the opportunity to peruse the 2007 Gold Leaf Award winners – samples of some of the best work in the industry.

Immediately following the reception, guests will enjoy a rare and authentic ceremonial Native American Hoop dance performance - an exquisite example of the Native American culture, performed by award-winning hoop dancer, Brian Hammill.

This special presentation is sponsored by Metal Magic and Magnesium Elektron.

After a sumptuous four-course dinner, the Foil Stamping & Embossing Association will honor the recipient of the 2008 FSEA Lifetime Achievement Award, Fred Isler of Bobst Group North America. As an industry veteran of nearly 50 years, Isler is recognized for his commitment to the growth of the foil stamping and embossing industry and his leadership in introducing revolutionary technologies, particularly in the areas of large format stamping, embossing, and diecutting.

As a grand finale to the evening, the winners of the 2007 Gold Leaf Awards competition will be announced, culminating with a Best of Show – awarded from all the gold leaf award winners.

AMAGIC Foils · API Foils · Bobst Group North America

Brandtjen & Kluge · Brausse Group, Inc. · Crown Roll Leaf

Diversified Graphic Machinery (Iijima, Saroglia) · h+m USA

Infinity Foils, Inc. – A UEI Group Company · ITW Foils

Kurz Transfer Products, L.P.

Matik North America (Gietz Foil Stamping Technology)

Metal Magic · Owosso Graphic Arts · RCA Capital Corp.

Universal Engraving, Inc. – A UEI Group Company