Northwest Sign Council

01/03/2023

Happy New Year! We're 100 days out from the start of International Sign Association (ISA) Sign Expo 2023, which will take place April 12-14 in Las Vegas. We will let you know when registration opens and will keep you updated on announcements about the show.

ISA International Sign Expo® is the only place to find everything you need to be successful in the sign, graphics, print and visual communications industry.

12/16/2022

Pantone announces its pick for Color the Year every December ... and the choice for 2023 is VIVA MAGENTA. How do you like it?

12/16/2022

A welcome sight for fans of Seattle neon!

As the year's darkest day approaches, downtown Seattle's iconic pink Elephant Car Wash sign is bringing light once again.

12/15/2022

The digital edition of the December 2022 issue of Sign Builder Illustrated is available online.
https://www.signshop.com/digital-edition/december-2022/
Check out the column on page 32 by David Hickey, V.P. of Government Affairs for the International Sign Association (ISA).
The Sign Builder Illustrated website has more resources for sign companies at www.signshop.com.

What are trends that sign makers and graphics providers need to be aware of heading into 2023? This issue will provide some answers.

11/29/2022

Have a look at this interesting video posted by the American Sign Museum! They are taking part in a fundraising challenge, to help with the museum's operating costs. To make a donation go to : https://www.cincinnatigives.org/organization/Americansignmuseum
Be sure to follow them on Facebook for interesting posts about the history of the sign industry in the USA!

11/29/2022

The November digital edition of Signs of the Times is available online. Check out the article about building a team culture in your sign company! Digital issue: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=66068&i=765694

11/26/2022

The International Sign Association (ISA) will hold its Annual Meeting and Sign & Graphics Town Hall on Wednesday, December 7th. Register for this free online event at https://signs.org/webinars.
Event description: "With incredible innovations, successes and learnings, 2022 has been an exciting year for the sign, graphics and visual communications industry. Join ISA for an interactive industry town hall and ISA annual meeting as we come together to discuss the growth we've experience this year and how we can prepare for the future of our industry."

Join us for an interactive Town Hall & ISA meeting to discuss the growth we've experienced this year, and how we can prepare for the future of our industry. The webinar will take place December 7th at 2:00 p.m. EST: https://hubs.ly/Q01qP5JH0

11/22/2022

A GoFundMe account has been set up for a long-term employee at Lytle Signs, Inc. who is experiencing a serious medical situation. Lytle Signs is a member of the Northwest Sign Council and is located in Idaho. We encourage NWSC members to show their support by making a donation to the Schlund Family Fund. See the details at https://gofund.me/776360cd. Thank you!

Hi, my name is JJ McBride. I am a co-worker, friend and advocate for Jason Schlund. Recently, Jason … J.J. McBride needs your support for Schlund Family Fund

09/29/2022

The ISA Elite leadership retreat is taking place this week at ISA HQ in Virginia. NWSC members - if you are interested in having someone from your company participate in next year's ISA Elite program, please visit https://signs.org/isaelite.

We are excited to welcome the ISA Elite today for our two-day leadership retreat held at the ISA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA.
https://hubs.ly/Q01nvmXb0

09/18/2022

The International Sign Association (ISA) makes presentations around the country to help educate local government staff about sign code issues. We appreciate their efforts! When a sign company becomes a member of the Northwest Sign Council, it includes membership in the ISA. Learn about additional membership NWSC membership benefits at https://www.nwsigncouncil.org/about.

Educating sign code officials has a direct impact on helping you get the signs your customers want and deserve. Last week, ISA's advocacy team led two sessions at the Florida Planning Conference APA Florida and the and APA Utah Conference! American Planning Association - Utah Chapter Learn more about the work that ISA does to support the industry here: https://hubs.ly/Q01mdDC20

09/01/2022

NWSC Members — Have you considered participating in Sign MFG Day? It's taking place on Friday, October 7 across the country. Watch the video on the International Sign Association (ISA) website to see how Sign MFG Day is able to introduce young people to the sign and graphics industry!

TRANSFORM STUDENTS INTO DEDICATED EMPLOYEES Following a 2015 company tour, an interested welding student applied for a job application. In 2016, that student-turned-employee got to show other students what the industry is all about. Hear Alfonso's story:

08/29/2022

ISA Webinar Reminder: Creating a Safe Space for Employees
Wednesday, August 31 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific. this webinar is free for NWSC members. Register at www.signs.org/webinars.

Want to ensure your employees work in a healthy and cooperative environment? Optimize your corporate culture and join us August 31st 2022 with our Creating a Safe Space for Employees Webinar:
https://hubs.ly/Q01kvWD40

Register today!