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UTAH SIGN ASSOCIATION
Glendale, AZ · EIN 760753180 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · utahsign.org
revenue
$54K
expenses
$68K
net assets
$18K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO ADVANCE THE SIGN INDUSTRY

profile · synthesized from sources

Utah Sign Association (USA) is a trade association serving companies in the on-premise sign industry within Utah. It provides members with resources, education, and advocacy, including specialized training programs for OSHA-compliant crane operator certification. The organization supports sign contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and related businesses through networking, compliance guidance, and industry representation.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Crane Operator Certification Program
Provides OSHA-compliant training and certification preparation for crane operators in the sign industry through partnerships with third-party providers such as Cranes101, Liberty Crane & Rigging Consultants, Gary Kubo, and West Coast Training
Mobile Crane Operator Evaluation
Offers a template form to assist employers in evaluating crane operator competency and safety performance in accordance with OSHA requirements
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Sign Code Advocacy & Inclusive Arts Performances 5 activities
    • Advocacy for Favorable Sign Codes
      Engages with municipal staff, consultants, and public bodies like Planning Commissions and City Councils to influence the development and adoption of local sign codes, having worked with over 100 cities.
    • Advocacy for Sign Code Development
      Engages with municipal staff, consultants, and public bodies (Planning Commissions, City Councils, Boards of Supervisors) to influence the development and adoption of local sign codes, having worked with over 100 cities.
    • Advocacy for Sign Code Development
      Engages with municipal staff, consultants, and public bodies like Planning Commissions and City Councils to influence the development and adoption of local sign codes, and has worked with over 100 cities to help write their sign codes.
    • Advocacy for Sign Code Development
      Engages with municipal staff, consultants, and public bodies like Planning Commissions and City Councils to influence the development and adoption of local sign codes, and has worked with over 100 cities on their sign codes.
    • Advocacy for Sign Code Development and Adoption
      Engages with municipal staff, consultants, and public bodies like Planning Commissions and City Councils to influence the development and adoption of local sign codes. This includes participating in meetings, public workshops, and hearings, and has involved working with over 100 cities.
  • Member-Focused Social Events 5 activities
    • Annual Golf Tournament
      Hosts an annual golf tournament event that includes networking, food, prizes, and competitions.
    • Annual Golf Tournament
      Hosts an annual golf tournament event that includes networking opportunities, food, prizes, and competitions for its members.
    • Networking and Fundraising Events
      Hosts an annual golf tournament that includes networking opportunities, food, prizes, and competitions.
    • Networking and Fundraising Events
      Hosts an annual golf tournament that includes networking opportunities, food, prizes, and competitions for participants.
    • Networking and Member Events
      Hosts an annual golf tournament that includes networking opportunities, food, prizes, and competitions for members.
  • Sign Industry Engineering Standards 5 activities
    • Industry Seminars and Education
      Presents seminars on sign industry topics, such as the Reed vs. Gilbert Supreme Court case, at national conferences like the American Planning Association (APA).
    • Sign Industry Seminars
      Presents seminars on the sign industry, including topics like the Reed vs. Gilbert Supreme Court case, at national conferences such as the American Planning Association (APA) conference.
    • Standardized Engineering Program
      Provides a standardized engineering program specifically for sign contractors in Utah.
    • Standardized Engineering Program
      Provides a standardized engineering program specifically for sign contractors in Utah.
    • Standardized Engineering Program for Sign Contractors
      Provides a standardized engineering program specifically for sign contractors in Utah.
  • Member-Focused Job Board & Career Matching 4 activities
    • Equipment Sale Advertisement Service
      Accepts and posts equipment sale advertisements via email for a maximum of 90 days, facilitating transactions within the industry.
    • Equipment Sale Advertisement Service
      Accepts and posts equipment sale advertisements via email submission for a maximum of 90 days.
    • Equipment Sale Listings
      Facilitates the sale of equipment by accepting and posting advertisements via email for a maximum of 90 days.
    • Equipment Sale Listings
      Accepts and posts equipment sale advertisements for members, which remain listed for a maximum of 90 days.
  • Sign Industry Regulatory Compliance Support 3 activities
    • Industry Education and Resources
      Provides members with access to white papers, economic reports, industry trends, and offers a standardized engineering program for sign contractors in Utah. They also presented seminars on the Reed vs. Gilbert Supreme Court case.
    • Industry Education and Resources
      Provides members with access to white papers, economic reports, industry trends, and subscription-based Safety Meeting Outlines. The organization also presented seminars on sign industry topics at national conferences.
    • Industry Education and Resources
      Provides members with access to white papers, economic reports, industry trends, and subscription-based Safety Meeting Outlines. The organization also presented sign industry seminars at the national American Planning Association (APA) conference.
  • Regulatory & Compliance Education Services 3 activities
    • Safety Meeting Outlines
      Provides access to subscription-based Safety Meeting Outlines for A-1, A-2, and B-1 members.
    • Safety Meeting Outlines
      Offers subscription-based Safety Meeting Outlines to A-1, A-2, and B-1 members.
    • Safety Meeting Outlines Access
      Offers subscription-based Safety Meeting Outlines to A-1, A-2, and B-1 members.
  • Industry Research & Licensing Data Services 2 activities
    • Industry Information and Resources
      Provides members with access to white papers, economic reports, and industry trends relevant to the sign, graphics, and visual communications industry.
    • Industry Information and Resources
      Offers access to white papers, economic reports, and industry trends relevant to the sign, graphics, and visual communications industry.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Sign Industry Workforce Development
      Created a digital badge program for vocational school and community college students to attract potential employees to the sign industry.
    • Workforce Development
      Created a digital badge program for vocational school and community college students to attract potential employees to the sign industry.
    • Workforce Development
      Created a digital badge program for vocational school and community college students to attract potential employees to the sign industry.
    • Workforce Development through Digital Badges
      Created a digital badge program for vocational school and community college students to attract potential employees to the sign industry.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$54K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$21K38%
Investment income$110%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$68K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$18K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$18K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -9.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 7
  • BOB SHIPLEY — DIRECTOR
  • BRIAN BAKER — DIRECTOR
  • BRIAN BROWN — DIRECTOR
  • KEVIN ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICIA KING — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
  • RICHARD ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
  • STEVE DAVIS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35

who they work with

  • Allied Electric Sign & Awning Co. Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • Allied Electric Signs & Awnings Partner — Matt Phillips, Secretary/Treasurer of Utah Sign Association, is from Allied Electric Signs & Awnings.
  • American Planning Association Partner — Featured in the February 2016 Planning magazine cover story with the American Planning Association and presented seminars at their national conference.
  • Baker Sign and Service Partner — Brian Baker, Director of Utah Sign Association, is from Baker Sign and Service.
  • Baker Sign and Service Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • Board of Supervisors Partner — Attends Board of Supervisors hearings to advocate for equitable and enforceable sign codes.
  • Brimley Neon, Inc. Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • City Council Partner — Participates in City Council meetings and hearings to provide input on sign code changes.
  • Cranes101 Partner — Training provider for crane operator certification programs for sign industry members, offering on-site training and handling registration, paperwork, site approval, and proctoring.
  • Creative Signs & Graphics Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • Davis Signs Utah Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • FASTSIGNS of Murray Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • FASTSIGNS of Ogden Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • GSBS Architects Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • Gary Kubo Partner — Training provider for crane operators, offering training and testing at identified locations using the company's crane, with a minimum of 10 operators required for a class.
  • Gillies Signs and Design, Inc. Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • Hightech Signs Partner — Listed as a Licensed Sign Contractor (A-1) member.
  • ISA Partner — Collaborates with ISA to provide members access to industry research and resources.
  • Impact Signs Partner — Kevin Anderson, Vice President of Utah Sign Association, is from Impact Signs.
  • International Code Council Partner — Some online courses are approved for CEU credits by the International Code Council.
  • International Sign Association Network — Members of USA are automatically members of the International Sign Association (ISA), which is described as the largest and most prestigious organization serving the signage industry.
  • International Sign Association (ISA) Network — Membership in the International Sign Association (ISA), a worldwide organization focused on the growth and furtherance of the sign industry (sign division members only).
  • International Sign Association (ISA) Partner — Partners with ISA to provide online learning and webinars to its members.
  • International Sign Association (ISA) Partner — Released a Mobile Crane Operator Evaluation template form to assist employers in evaluating crane operator competency.
  • Keystone Technologies Partner — Katie Seelhoff, Director of Utah Sign Association, is from Keystone Technologies.
  • LED Sign Solutions Partner — Bret Baker, Director of Utah Sign Association, is from LED Sign Solutions.
  • Liberty Crane & Rigging Consultants Partner — Training provider for crane operator certification, offering classroom training and practical exam practice, with a discount for USA members.
  • Montroy Supply Partner — Doug Herrscher, Director of Utah Sign Association, is from Montroy Supply.
  • OSHA Government — Provides information and resources related to OSHA's crane operator certification requirements and regulations.
  • Planning Commission Partner — Engages with Planning Commissions during sign code revision processes.
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