OUTFRONT Media Inc. and Bell Media Inc. have closed the sale of OUTFRONT Media's Canadian business to Bell Media for a purchase price of C$410 million in cash, subject to certain purchase price adjustments.
"The sale of our Canadian business illustrates the inherent value of our out-of-home assets,” says Jeremy Male, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of OUTFRONT Media. “It...
The city of Columbia, South Carolina is looking to restrict cannabis-related imagery used in signage by vape, smoke and CBD shops in the city. Hemp leaves and pharmacy-themed signs are the main target of the initiative, according to The Post and Courier Columbia.
According to The State, the proposed new ordinance would “ban stores from using marijuana leaves or other...
Jeff Mercer has been hired as the new Southeast US Territory Sales Manager for Drytac, an international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format and signage markets.
Mercer will oversee the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Mercer has been working in sales for more than 25 years and brings substantial business development and...
Sign Builder Illustrated recently joined nearly 20 Canadian (and one American) sign professionals for the Sign Association of Canada (SAC) Young Professionals Network (YPN) Leadership Conference in Montréal.
Here are a few snapshots from this memorable and educational three-day event. See our upcoming July 2024 edition for more takeaways.
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Catering to Bulldogs football fans, Louisiana Tech University has partnered with Daktronics for a new audiovisual experience at Joe Aillet Stadium in Ruston, Louisiana. A custom audio system along with a 3,240-square-foot end zone video display will be installed before the 2024 season kicks off.
“We are excited to partner with Daktronics to bring one of the largest end zone...
Brand Management Group (BMG), a division of S-One Holdings Corporation, is now the exclusive distributor of Marabu liquid laminates in the US. For over 160 years, Marabu has been recognized for its high-quality, liquid clear-coating products, innovative research, and environmental awareness. Combining Marabu's cutting-edge technology with BMG's extensive distribution network and industry expertise will provide customers with a total...
True Install has announced its expanded reach within the greater metropolitan Detroit community. The emerging brand announced Steve Veda, a local resident and entrepreneur, as the owner of True Install’s newest location in Warren, Michigan. Veda will be spearheading operations, offering local sign and print businesses a hassle-free solution for all signs and graphics installation projects.
Prior to owning True...
To bring a new audiovisual experience to XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland, Daktronics has partnered with the University of Maryland. The new 12-display centherhung system features four main video displays that seamlessly connect to four corner displays to surround the structure in visuals and four underbelly displays angled toward the side and end lines. The installation of this...
The ISA Elite program will host another class of up-and-coming sign, graphics and visual communications leaders at ISA International Sign Expo 2025. The application process is now open for this prestigious program.
"There have been incredible results since the ISA Elite program launched in 2015," said Lori Anderson, ISA president and CEO. "Many Elite alumni have made major advancements in...
