Pre-Conference Workshops
Join us the day before the doors open on the trade show floor on Wednesday, March 26, for ISA's pre-conference workshops. These valuable workshops have been designed for sign industry professionals to examine the industry from three unique perspective - that of the new business owner, the global sign industry player and as a woman working in the sign industry today.
- PCW-01: New Business Owners: How to Navigate Through the Sign Industry
- PCW-02: International Business Workshop
- Pre-Conference Networking Luncheon
- PCW-03: Women of the Industry Leading the Way: Connect, Communicate and Commit
Special Events
- ISA/Southern States Sign Council Golf Tournament
- Meet the ISA Executive Committee
- Meet the ISA Technical Committee Leadership
- Global Sign Forum & Reception
- ISA Division Meeting: Architectural Sign, Business Identity and Digital Sign Divisions
- ISA International Partner Forum
- ISA Keynote Luncheon & Annual Membership Meeting
- Meet the ISA Education Committee Leadership
- ISA Division Meeting: Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Divisions
- Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Networking Reception
- Meet the ISA Government Relations Committee Leadership
- Joint Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Division Meeting & Reception
PCW-01
Date: 3/26/2008 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Title: New Business Owners: How to Navigate Through the Sign Industry
Cost: On or Before March 13: $100.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $175.00
Presenter Name(s): Mike Lauretano, Sr., Lauretano Sign Group; Troy Crocker, Sign Faces; Jim Richard, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.; Teresa M. Young, Sign Biz, Inc.
Description: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are around 180,000 businesses that have multiple locations. There are five million businesses with only one location and nearly 14 million businesses employ one person. This workshop is for any new sign business owner, whether yours is a start-up enterprise, or you are the new CEO of an established sign company.
Starting a new business moves you through the important tasks of building a strong foundation for a business to the more tactical aspects concerning marketing, managing and money. This workshop will build on your knowledge and experience and provide tools and resources to help you build your business, determine what is required for expansion and how to navigate through the industry to get the job done. Are there "triggers" that keep you up at night? You'll have an opportunity to share and listen to others who share these same issues. This is an excellent start to your time at the show! Register early - session limited to 100 participants.
Participants will:
- Learn how to build a strong foundation for business growth
- Discuss opportunities and timing for expanding a business
- Discuss how to navigate through codes, restrictions and ordinances
- Identify requirements to meet UL standards and listings
PCW-02
Date: 3/26/2008 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Title: International Business Workshop
Cost: On or Before March 13: $100.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $175.00
Presenter Name(s): Kenneth B. Hutman, KBH Global Enterprises Ltd.; Mary Jo Muoio, Barthco International & National Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association of America
Description: There are 6.6 billion people in the world and only 4.5 percent of them live in the United States. Are you missing out on 95 percent of the market for your products? This half day program will help you understand the "do it yourself" approach to international trade, whether you are new to international trade or are experienced global traders. You will learn how to approach each step of the trading process and examine the opportunities and challenges within the international marketplace. This workshop is intended for U.S. companies wishing to export or expand into foreign markets or that are interested in acquiring products and services from other countries. We will address buying, selling and shipping internationally. This is a tremendous opportunity to hear industry leaders discuss the pros, cons and possibilities available for your business in the international arena.
Pre-Conference Networking Luncheon
Date: 3/26/2008 Time: 12:00 p.m - 1:00 p.m.
Title: Pre-Conference Network Luncheon
Cost: On or Before March 13: $25.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $40.00
Description: Attendees for any of Wednesday's Pre-Conference Workshops are welcome to join their colleagues for lunch and networking as ISA kicks off the 2008 show. Sign up for this luncheon and meet other sign industry professionals. The cost for this event is $25. Attendees who register after March 13 pay a registration fee of $40.
PCW-03
Date: 3/26/2008 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Title: Women of the Industry Leading the Way: Connect, Communicate and Commit
Cost: On or Before March 13: $100.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $175.00
Presenter Name(s): Nancy Riesz, Success Catalyst
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Description: Join ISA as we continue to foster the legacy of women pioneers and support your desires to aim for your greatest achievements! This empowering half-day event is overflowing with educational and networking sessions specifically designed for women professionals from all backgrounds. Here is your opportunity to connect directly with women in the industry and leave with increased confidence, decreased stress and an expanded community.
Participants will:
- Unleash the "you"nique ™ woman within
- Learn how to connect and communicate with all types of people
- Discover new ways to "do it all" and still enJOY life
ISA/Southern States Sign Council Golf Tournament
Wednesday, March 26 1:00 p.m.
Cost: On or Before March 13: $150.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $150.00
The Southern States Sign Council and the International Sign Association invite you to network and enjoy an afternoon of golf in our Golf Tournament! It will be a scramble format with a 12:00 pm shotgun start. More than 140 golfers of all skill levels will participate in this event. The $150 per player fee covers green fees, cart, unlimited range balls set up one hour before the event, lunch and awards party. Teams will be arranged so that each golfer will have a terrific time. If you would like to be paired with specific players, please indicate this below. Golfers from around the world will be participating in this entertaining event. This David Harman designed, par 72 (7,228 yard) championship Orlando golf course features undulating fairways and interconnected waterways. Bordered by a natural backdrop of dense oaks and pines, Shingle Creek Golf Club lies along historic Shingle Creek-headwaters to the Florida Everglades-providing an ideal and unforgettable golf experience.
For more information on this beautiful course, go to www.shinglecreekgolf.com
For information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Garry Queen at (877) 635-1889 or garry.queen@queencommunicationsllc.com.
Meet the ISA Executive Committee
Thursday, March 27, 2008
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
ISA's staff works with a dedicated group of volunteers to support,promote and improve the sign industry. Take this opportunity to meet ISA President and CEO Lori Anderson and other members of the ISA Executive Committee of the Board.
Meet the ISA Technical Committee Leadership
Thursday, March 27, 2008
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ISA's staff works with a dedicated group of volunteers to support, promote and improve the sign industry. Take this opportunity to meet ISA Director of Technical and Regulatory Affairs Bill Dundas, along with the ISATechnical Committee Chairman, other key leadership staff, and board members.
ISA Division Meeting: Architectural Sign, Business Identity and Digital Sign Divisions
Friday, March 28, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
All International Sign Association members are encouraged to attend ISA's membership and division meetings, taking place during our annual International Sign Expo. ISA holds annual division meetings in order to provide a forum for our members to discuss issues relevant to their business needs. In addition, ISA holds its annual membership meeting in conjunction with the Keynote Luncheon, in order to deliver the state of the association speech and to recognize key individuals who have provided outstanding service to ISA's mission over the past year.
Global Sign Forum & Reception
Thursday, March 27, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The 10th annual Global Sign Forum will take place on Thursday 27 March 2008 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. At the forum, participants will discuss matters of international interest to the sign industry, including sign illumination restriction, future trends of the global sign industry, challenges and opportunities with conducting business overseas and ISA's first International Trade Mission.
Cost: On or Before March 13: $25.00; After March 13 or Onsite: $25.00
The Global Sign Forum is an event open to all Expo attendees with an interest in global business, trends and technology. Hosted by Sapna Budev, ISA's international relations manager, and ISA's International Committee, the forum gives international attendees an opportunity to gather and exchange information and opinions on the issues and problems common to the sign industry around the world.
If you would like to participate in the Global Sign Forum, you must register during the online registration process. If you would like to be a speaker/moderator or have any questions about the Global Sign Forum, please email Sapna Budev at sb@signs.org.
ISA International Partner Forum
Friday, March 28, 2008
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
ISA is hosting this partner forum for its international affiliates. This event will provide a free exchange of ideas, requests and analysis on the role of sign associations in the industry. ISA is looking for volunteers to join a strategic advisory panel that will work with the International Committee in 2008. If you are a leader within a sign association or a sign company in your country or region, you may request an invitation to this event from Sapna Budev at sb@signs.org. This is a valuable opportunity for sign industry leadership around the world to meet and network with ISA staff, board and committee members.
Attendance by invitation only. Please contact Sapna Budev at sb@signs.org for more details.
ISA Keynote Luncheon & Annual Membership Meeting
Friday, March 28, 2008
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Presenter: Pat Williams
At the ISA Annual Membership Meeting, ISA invites its members and show attendees to hear ISA Chairman Ken Von Wald report on the state of the association, present ISA’s top honor, the Kirk L. Brimley Distinguished Service Award and present awards to ISA’s Sign Design Competition winners.
Keynote Speaker Pat Williams, author and senior vice president of the Orlando Magic, presents Walt Disney’s Five Secrets to Success. To sell more, faster and easier than ever before, it helps to look at those who have had the most success. Through relevant and amusing anecdotes, Pat Williams reviews the qualities that helped Walt Disney become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in American history. Walt’s Five Secrets highlight a magical, miraculous way of life and offer pragmatic principles for meeting one’s personal potential.
A $40 pre-registration fee is required for this event.
Meet the ISA Education Committee Leadership
Friday, March 28, 2008
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ISA's staff works with a dedicated group of volunteers to support, promote and improve the sign industry. Take this opportunity to meet ISA Vice President of Education and Technical Affairs Rich Gottwald, along with other key ISA Education Committee leadership, staff and board members.
ISA Division Meeting: Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Divisions
Friday, March 28, 2008
4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
This networking reception for custom sign company and national sign company executives will immediately follow the Joint Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company division meetings and will last until 6:30 p.m. Representatives from many major U.S. national sign companies will be exhibiting at the reception. They will be available to meet with local/custom sign company executives in attendance about their installation needs in different areas of the country. This will be a great opportunity for both custom sign company and national sign company executives to meet, network and potentially find installers in those parts of the country where they do business. Food and refreshments will be available. For more information on the reception, please contact Lance Clark at lance.clark@signs.org or (703) 836-4015.
Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Networking
Friday, March 28, 2008
4:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
This networking reception for custom sign company and national sign company executives will immediately follow the Joint Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company division meetings and will last until 6:30 p.m. Representatives from many major U.S. national sign companies will be exhibiting at the reception. They will be available to meet with local/custom sign company executives in attendance about their installation needs in different areas of the country. This will be a great opportunity for both custom sign company and national sign company executives to meet, network and potentially find installers in those parts of the country where they do business. Food and refreshments will be available. For more information on the reception, please contact Lance Clark at lance.clark@signs.org or (703) 836-4015.
Meet the ISA Government Relations Committee Leadership
Saturday, March 29, 2008
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
ISA's staff works with a dedicated group of volunteers to support, promote and improve the sign industry. Take this opportunity to meet ISA Directorof Government Relations David Hickey, along with the ISA Government Relations Committee Chairman, other key leadership staff and board members.
Joint Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Division Meeting & Reception
Saturday, March 29, 2008
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Joint Local/Custom Sign Company and National Sign Company Division Meeting & Reception
