PubWest
Joe Biel is an accomplished publishing professional and creative director with extensive experience spanning several decades. Currently serving as Vice President at PubWest since July 2023, Joe has been the Founder and CEO of Microcosm Publishing since February 1996, where management of operations includes overseeing a staff of over 30, guiding acquisitions, product development, and ensuring consistent annual growth. Joe has also worked as a publishing consultant from July 2000 to July 2014, aiding small firms and self-published authors in navigating the complexities of the publishing industry. Additionally, Joe's freelance work as a videographer and graphic designer has involved directing, shooting, and producing custom videos, along with specializing in book production with a focus on two-color interiors.
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PubWest
PubWest is a vibrant, dynamic trade association of small- and medium-sized book publishers, printers, editors, proofreaders, graphic designers, binderies, and related editorial and service companies. Established in 1977 as the Rocky Mountain Book Publishers Association, PubWest is now dedicated to helping member book publishers succeed and has grown to include members in 31 states and 4 countries. PubWest serves its members by: **helping members exchange ideas and contacts, *conducting professional development and educational programming, * improving access to new opportunities in publishing, *advancing publishing careers through service to the industry, * recognizing outstanding achievements in publishing.