Category: Blog

In this episode of Behind the Signs, Joe and Liz dive into one of the most personal and powerful topics yet — what it really takes to become a great leader in the sign industry. From the emotional rollercoaster of letting go of team members to the structure of professional improvement plans, they share hard-earned […]

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I am excited to share that I recently published a book titled “The Shop Managers Handbook,” specifically for small and medium-sized sign business owners and their managers. This comprehensive resource provides in-depth strategies for transforming your shop into a lean production machine. In the chapters, I explore various critical aspects of production management, employee development […]

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Right Way Signs is a full-service sign shop in Chicago that has been helping the Windy City maintain its status as one of the best cities in the world for more than 50 years. Alex Perry, CEO of Right Way Signs, prides his operation on being involved in every step of the sign making process […]

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Watch as SBI’s Alex Marcheschi interviews 2025 Top Young Sign Maker Lauren Terwilliger, owner of Pocono Sign Company. The Lakeville, Pennsylvania-based sign shop owner talks about her business growth strategies, perseverance as a mother of three, her efficiency operations, how she invested back into her business and more!

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Sponsored: In our On The Floor video series, Sign Builder Illustrated’s Alex Marcheschi interviews Elliott Equipment Company President and CEO Jim Glazer about the company’s latest offerings to the signage market. Glazer touches on why Elliott trucks are a great investment for sign shops due to their resale value, the technical support customers can rely […]

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Are you looking to boost operational efficiency by 50 percent? Would you like to untap profits that build wealth? Are you searching for ways to drive out stress at your company while at the same time having fun owning a business that works? If so, now is the ideal time to lean into Lean, and […]

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SignAgent announced the release of its new and improved mobile application, now available for both iOS and Android devices. SignAgent Mobile is an all-in-one app that transforms how signage professionals handle field work, making their work faster, easier, and more accurate, reducing the need for return trips. SignAgent Mobile eliminates the need for clipboards and […]

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Attracting customers is relatively easy. Advertising that announces you have quality products and good prices will do that—once. The problem is this: How do you keep those customers from leaving you?  Most businesses don’t have a clue, so they continue to spend huge amounts of money to draw customers through their doors but do nothing […]

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The audiovisual (AV) industry has seen remarkable growth and transformation in recent years, largely thanks to advancements in Pro AV technology and the increasing demand for captivating visual experiences. As businesses work to differentiate themselves in a rapidly growing digital marketplace, AV integrators are recognizing the value of high-quality, purpose-driven content. This shift is redefining […]

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Media company Dream Outdoor recently launched a new digital out-of-home (DOOH) platform along Sunset Blvd. in central Hollywood. Dubbed “The Blade,” this vertically oriented DOOH screen is mounted to the façade of the Wallace on Sunset, an apartment complex owned by real estate investment trust Essex, across the street from the Hollywood Palladium theater and Hollywood Walk of […]

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