Westchester Publishing Services had the privilege of sponsoring the Independent Publishers Guild (IPG) Summer Summit in May, an event that brought together industry leaders and members of the independent publishing community to discuss key challenges and opportunities within the sector. We hosted a session about how publishers were preparing for the recently enacted European Accessibility Act, featuring Eileen O’Reilly from Princeton University Press, Julie Willis from Westchester, and Michael Johnson of Benetech. Visit this page to watch the session and view additional content related to the EAA.
Looking ahead, Westchester is excited to announce that we will be sponsors and exhibitors at the upcoming IPG Autumn Conference on September 16, 2025. As a committed partner to independent publishers, we look forward to connecting with attendees, sharing information about our comprehensive editorial and production services, and demonstrating how we help publishers streamline their workflows efficiently and affordably.
A highlight of our participation at the Autumn Conference will be a dedicated session focused on addressing the European Accessibility Act (EAA) compliance requirements and the measures publishers have been taking to make their content accessible to all readers. During the session, attendees will hear firsthand from these publishers how they are navigating the complexities of accessibility standards, implementing best practices, and overcoming challenges related to backlist remediation and new content creation. This discussion will provide practical insights and actionable advice for publishers of all sizes who are working to ensure their titles meet legal and ethical accessibility obligations.
We invite everyone attending the IPG Autumn Conference in-person to visit our exhibit table in the Shaw Theatre to learn more about how Westchester can support your publishing needs. We look forward to meeting with you and exploring how we can help you get your projects done efficiently and to the highest standards.
Westchester’s commitment to supporting independent publishers extends beyond events. For those attending the online sessions or unable to participate on September 16, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss how our services can help you meet your editorial and production goals, including accessibility compliance. We offer a wide range of services designed to help publishers manage editorial and production bottlenecks, from copyediting and proofreading to typesetting and digital conversion. Our goal is to empower publishers to focus on what they do best—creating great content—while we handle the complexities of production and compliance, so you can ensure your publications reach the widest possible audience.
We hope to see you at the IPG Autumn Conference and are grateful for this opportunity to support our colleagues and friends in the independent publishing community. Contact us today to learn how we can help your publication programme.