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Balfour Celebrates a Stellar Yearbook Delivery Season

Balfour & Co., a recognized leader in student achievement products and services across North America, is celebrating a triumphant start to the yearbook delivery season. With almost all books delivered on time and many even arriving weeks early, Balfour has set a new benchmark in speed, quality, and customer satisfaction for 2025.

Commitment to Excellence

This year’s accomplishments at Balfour underline the company’s unyielding dedication to providing exceptional products and services. Ryan Esko, CEO of Balfour, emphasized, “At Balfour, we’re devoted to not just delivering superior quality yearbooks but also ensuring a fantastic yearbook experience for our schools and students.” This commitment is evident in the hefty investment of tens of millions of dollars made into cutting-edge printing technology, which has translated into noticeable advantages in quality for the customers.

Innovative Technologies Driving Results

At the heart of Balfour’s successful deliveries in 2025 are significant innovations and state-of-the-art technologies. Here are some highlights of the advancements:

• - Balfour Vivid Print®: This revolutionary printing technique boasts a remarkable 2400 DPI and 220 LPI, offering vibrant colors and crystal-clear images. This technology surpasses traditional offset printing by over 60% in terms of quality. The new yearbook publishing facility is also committed to sustainability, utilizing water-based inks and a zero-waste page printing approach.

• - Facial Recognition AI: Integrated into Balfour Vivid Print®, this advanced feature organizes and tags student images automatically, ensuring each student is honored in the yearbook while also saving time for schools.

• - ENCORE Yearbook Software: This user-friendly design platform simplifies the yearbook creation process for both students and advisers, making the editing process smoother and more efficient.

• - EZ Pix: This tool enables school communities to effortlessly contribute photos, helping to craft a richer narrative in each yearbook.

Rave Reviews from Advisers and Families

The launch of this year's delivery season has garnered immense praise from school communities for Balfour's unmatched speed and product quality. Comments from yearbook advisers and families illustrate Balfour's impact:

• - “THAT'S CRAZY!!!!! SO FAST!!! THAT NEW FACTORY!!!!!...OMG!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!! happy tears.” — Yvette F., NBCT Media Specialist, Sheridan Technical High School, Fort Lauderdale, FL

• - “We finalized our book on March 14. Books were delivered yesterday—March 26!!!! The quality is superior to any I have ever seen. The color and the pages—chef's kiss! Way to turn it around, Balfour! Kudos.” — Susannah N., Bedford Junior High, Bedford, TX

• - “I submitted our books on 3/3 and they arrived today! (03/26)… figured everyone would like to know how quickly things are moving right now!” — Kati W., Burkburnett Independent School, Burkburnett, TX

• - “Another great delivery! We submitted on March 20th and our books arrived on April 11th! … I know our parents will be so happy with this book.” — Corry B., Parent and PTA Member, Rennell Elementary School, Cypress, TX

• - “Balfour continues to provide customer service and quality. We are truly grateful for this partnership.” — Leah G., Yearbook Adviser, Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

Now more than ever, as the landscape of publishing evolves, Balfour remains a steadfast partner for schools in search of reliable timelines, exceptional quality, and innovative yearbook solutions.

About Balfour & Co.

Balfour & Co. stands as one of the largest commencement services companies across North America, celebrated for its digital innovation and product excellence. The company plays a pivotal role in commemorating key milestones in students' lives with high-quality products and unparalleled service. With trusted brands like Balfour®, GradImages®, and Taylor Publishing Company®, Balfour offers a range of items, from high-quality class jewelry to professional announcements.

With a workforce of approximately 4,000 team members, Balfour & Co. uniquely combines personalized service, in-school delivery, and advanced digital tools, creating a seamless graduation experience for schools, students, and families alike. For additional information, visit Balfour.com and GradImages.com.