February 2013 – My CMS

Vegas Fun Facts

February 26, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

Did you know people once risked their lives to have their photograph taken with this iconic Vegas image? Designed in 1959 by Betty Willis, The "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" neon sign used to draw tourists into the middle of the road, risking their lives to take a picture. The city…

Vegas Fun Facts

February 22, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

We're so excited for this year's ISA Sign Expo that we thought it would be interesting to learn a little bit about the host city, Las Vegas, and how it relates to our industry. Have you ever been to Vegas and seen the bigggggg cowboy waving your plane in? That enormous…

Made in the USA

February 22, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

Everyone likes a good upset. You root for the little guy, David, not Goliath. On February 22, 1980 at the Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, David and Goliath met. On this monumental day, the United States hockey team defeated a seemingly indomitable Soviet team. The “Miracle on Ice” was born after this…

What’s your favorite color?

February 20, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

If you choose black and white, it's considered a formal or elegant choice. Color choices are calculated decisions since so many colors have been made readily available to us. Shortly after a couple gets engaged to be married, the color scheme of their wedding becomes of utmost importance. When painting a room, you are…

How to Choose the Right Wholesaler

February 19, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

"Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected." - Steve Jobs 1. Be sure that the wholesaler meets your customer's criteria. If your customer has a specification that a sign must meet, a wholesale sales representative should be able to let you know if their company…

Free HID Interior Sample Available TODAY in Savannah!

February 15, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

Visit Bill and Steve at Booth #418 at the Signs Now / Signs By Tomorrow Convention going on today in Savannah, GA. See our revolutionary Perma-Banner first hand! Also, anyone who stops by the booth receives a FREE HID Interior Sign Sample!

Why go to trade shows?

February 13, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

Trade shows can seem like a large expenditure, but when done properly they are a wealth of opportunity. A trade show is great way to increase exposure while standing right in front of your target market, and the same holds true for attending trade exhibitions. All of the new contacts, knowledge,…

Tips on How to Retain Your Clients

February 12, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

1. Market to existing clients. 2. Know what your clients need and want. 3. Meet your client's expectations. 4. Exceed your client's expectations. 5. Follow up and stay in contact with your client.

Howard Industries Design (HID) Sign System – Easy Installation Steps

February 11, 2013August 17, 2016 by Tori Traut

Tori Traut

This line offers: • Easy graphic changeability • ADA-compliant lenses • Attractive, sturdy, extruded aluminum frames (75% recycled material) • Custom cap accents • Multiple mounting and configuration options Watch the video for more information on our HID Interior Signage System! [embed]https://youtu.be/qwW_YlCpN3c[/embed]