activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 8
- Committee Management for Industry Issues Standing Committee SupportSustains four standing committees to address ongoing issues facing the sign industry.
- Facilitates member visibility and networking Member Business Promotion ServicesLists member businesses on the association’s website to enhance visibility and credibility, and supports networking through events and committee participation.
- Hosts annual and periodic industry events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes the annual CSA Summer Mixer & Tabletop Event with an install competition, hosts a charity golf tournament, and conducts periodic educational and safety seminars for members.
- Industry Events and Competitions Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes and hosts an annual charity golf tournament, the annual CSA Summer Mixer & Tabletop Event, and an install competition for sign installation crews.
- Industry Issue Resolution through Committees Standing Committee SupportSustains four standing committees dedicated to addressing various issues facing the sign industry.
- Member Communication and NetworkingPublishes a monthly newsletter featuring industry events, technology updates, safety tips, and business news. The association also hosts an annual summer mixer and tabletop event, including an install competition, and maintains member listings on its website for visibility.
- Member Listing and Visibility Member Business Promotion ServicesProvides member listings on the association's website to enhance visibility and credibility for member businesses.
- Publication of Monthly NewsletterProduces a monthly newsletter featuring industry events, technology updates, safety tips, business news, and reports on local, state, and national interests for members.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy for the Sign Industry Local Sign Code AdvocacyRepresents the sign industry through legislative efforts at municipal and state levels, monitoring the public sector, serving on key committees, advocating for helpful legislation, and fighting against burdensome regulations. This includes overseeing changes in local municipal sign codes, providing input on draft documents during code development, and attending public workshops and hearings.
- Advocacy for the Sign Industry Local Sign Code AdvocacyRepresents the sign industry's interests at municipal and state levels by monitoring legislation, serving on committees, advocating for beneficial laws, and opposing burdensome regulations. This includes involvement in sign code revision processes and attending public workshops and hearings to influence new ordinances.
- Conducts legislative and regulatory advocacy Local Sign Code AdvocacyRepresents the sign industry through active involvement in legislative and regulatory processes at state and local levels, including monitoring legislation, lobbying, attending hearings, contributing to code revisions, and advocating for favorable policies while opposing burdensome regulations.
capacity building · 5
- Maintains and shares regulatory and technical resources Sign Structure Engineering CertificationTracks and disseminates current building codes, building officials per city, and engineering standards accepted in Colorado jurisdictions to help member companies comply with regulations and reduce costs.
- Member Education and Capacity Building Sign Structure Engineering CertificationOffers workshops, educational seminars, and industry presentations on compliance, industry trends, and safety. The association also provides members with current building codes, building officials' information, and accepted engineering standards for various jurisdictions in Colorado to support business growth and reduce costs.
- Member Education and Workshops Workplace Safety Training & Compliance SupportOffers informative workshops, periodic educational seminars, industry presentations, and safety seminars to members on compliance and industry trends to support business growth.
- Provides educational resources and training Workplace Safety Training & Compliance SupportOffers workshops, industry presentations, safety seminars, and a monthly newsletter covering technology, safety, business news, and operational tips to support member knowledge and business growth.
- Provision of Industry Information and Resources Sign Structure Engineering CertificationTracks and provides members with current building codes, building officials for each city in Colorado, and access to engineering standards accepted by certain jurisdictions, aiming to reduce costs for member sign companies.
strategies · 8
how they think
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- Advocacy through Collective Representation collective_advocacyThe organization believes that by forming a united front of sign industry businesses and engaging in collective association efforts, they can more effectively defend members' common interests and influence legislation and regulations at state and federal levels to ensure fair, effective, and enforceable ordinances and statutes for the sign industry and its customers.
- Advocacy through Collective Representation collective_advocacyThe organization advances the sign industry's interests and influences legislation by forming a united front of member businesses, believing that collective association efforts are more effective in defending common interests than individual company actions. This includes participating in the legislative process to ensure fair and enforceable ordinances and statutes.
- Collective industry advocacy and representation collective_advocacyBy uniting sign industry stakeholders, the organization advances common interests through coordinated legislative and regulatory advocacy, ensuring fair and enforceable sign codes and policies at state and federal levels.
- Inclusive Industry Representation industry_inclusionThe organization aims to represent the entire spectrum of the sign industry, including licensed contractors, sign companies not legally required to hold a contractor's license, sign supply distributors, manufacturers with specialized product lines, and associate organizations providing professional services, to ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to industry advocacy and support.
- Inclusive Industry Representation industry_inclusionThe organization builds a comprehensive and inclusive representation of the sign industry by engaging various stakeholders, including licensed contractors, sign companies not legally requiring a license, sign supply distributors, manufacturers, and associate organizations providing professional services, to ensure a broad base for advocacy and support.
- Member-Driven Capacity Building and Support member-driven_capacity_buildingThe organization supports the innovation, growth, and success of its members by providing industry-specific resources, education, and opportunities for networking. This includes offering educational materials, seminars, industry updates, and access to technical resources like engineering standards, to help members operate safe and successful businesses and advance the sign industry as a whole.
- Member-Driven Capacity Building and Support member-driven_capacity_buildingThe organization supports the innovation, growth, and success of its members by providing industry-specific resources, education, and networking opportunities. This includes offering educational materials, seminars, industry updates, and access to technical resources like engineering standards for sign design and installation.
- Member-driven capacity building and education member-driven_capacity_buildingThe organization strengthens the sign industry by providing members with educational resources, technical standards, and professional development opportunities to support business growth, safety, and innovation.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
CSA Summer Mixer & Install Competition
Annual networking and skills event featuring a tabletop exhibition and a competitive sign installation challenge for industry crews
Charity Golf Tournament
Annual fundraising and networking event supporting charitable causes while fostering industry camaraderie
Engineering Standards Access
Provides member sign contractors with access to jurisdiction-accepted engineering standards, saving time and reducing costs
Legislative Advocacy
Monitors and influences state and local legislation, participates in sign code revisions, and advocates for fair, equitable, and enforceable regulations affecting the sign industry
Monthly Newsletter
Shares updates on legislation, industry events, technology, safety practices, and business news relevant to Colorado sign industry professionals
relationships · 17
who they work with
- Altec Industries, Inc Partner — John Lenkway, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Altec Industries, Inc.
- CSA Board of Directors Partner — Governing body responsible for leadership and oversight of the Colorado Sign Association.
- Direct Sign Wholesale Partner — David Buck, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Direct Sign Wholesale.
- Freeman Signs Inc. Partner — Jerry Peters, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Freeman Signs Inc.
- Grimco Partner — Matt Barclay, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Grimco.
- ISA Partner — Provides online education and training resources to CSA members.
- International Sign Association Network — Colorado Sign Association is an affiliated association of the International Sign Association, providing membership benefits to sign division members.
- International Sign Association Network — Members of the Colorado Sign Association who are also sign division members are entitled to membership in the International Sign Association.
- International Sign Association Partner — James Carpentier, AICP, Director of State & Local Government Affairs for the International Sign Association, is a critical member of the CSA legislative team.
- International Sign Association (ISA) Network — The Colorado Sign Association is an Affiliated Association of the International Sign Association (ISA).
- Magnify Signs Partner — Tim Root, Past President of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Magnify Signs.
- Precision Sign Company Partner — Jennie Meeks, Vice President of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Precision Sign Company.
- Schiller Reed Partner — Dexter Schiller, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Schiller Reed.
- Schlosser Signs, Inc Partner — Carla Schlosser, Treasurer of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Schlosser Signs, Inc.
- Sign Research Foundation Partner — Supports the work of James Carpentier, AICP, through its research assets.
- Sign Shop Illuminated Partner — Louis DeSantis, President of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with Sign Shop Illuminated.
- YESCO Partner — Herm Medina, Director of Colorado Sign Association, is affiliated with YESCO.