ISA works on behalf of your association and the broader sign, graphics and visual communications industry and is excited to share some details of our work. This web page is intended keep you, as an affiliate board member, up to date on ISA’s work and to provide you with a direct link to an ISA staff member who can help you learn more. ISA is grateful for the time and effort you devote to helping grow your affiliate, ISA, and the overall sign and graphics industry. We look forward to keeping you regularly updated on this page.
The first Member Morning Mixer at ISA International Sign Expo 2025 brought together members of the ISA Affiliated Associations to exchange ideas and explore new business connections.
The Member Morning Mixer, sponsored by Watchfire, was an idea promoted by the affiliate executive directors to deepen connections at ISA Sign Expo. It included coffee, pastries, and opportunities to meet those from your region and beyond.
Learn more about ISA and Affiliates at ISA Sign Expo. Contact:
ISA helped planners better understand how to regulate signs in two packed sessions at the American Planning Association’s Planning Conference 2025 in March.
Signs of Diversity showed how signs can be a powerful tool in ensuring that all voices are seen and heard. The second explored success stories of how downtowns and Business Improvement Districts have used digital signs to support local arts communities.
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An important clarification and expansion of the scope of licensing for Utah state sign contractors was signed into law in March. This clarifies that sign installation contractors have the ability to connect a sign that is within 10’ of a power source. ISA worked with Utah Sign Association on the issue.
This will allow licensed sign companies in Utah to continue to operate as they have, while streamlining the process.
Our success in Utah follows a recent licensing success in Florida, in partnership with the Southern States Association. If any member sign companies let you know that they are experiencing licensing issues with their state or locality, let us know so we can provide assistance!
ISA and Mid South Sign Association worked to drive improvements in Chattanooga, Tennessee, as the city adopted new sign codes. The changes include clearer definitions, making it easier to navigate sign codes, while separating regulations of On-Premise and Off-Premise signs.
Need ISA’s help in developing better sign codes? Reach out to:
After several lengthy delays, the Cass County, Minnesota commissioners allowed electronic message centers and digital displays for the first time. ISA’s EMC guidance documents were cited as a resource by the county in making the changes.
Got a question about ISA’s sign code development resources? Contact:
The Executive Directors met at the ISA Sign Expo for the annual in-person meeting. Key topics included ISA’s Strategic Plan, 2025 Expo highlights, and advocacy updates. Lori Anderson joined to talk about the value of looking forward not just in strategy meetings but all board meetings. The Executive Directors also enjoyed a dinner together, enhancing collaboration and networking.
Learn more about how ISA works with your ED. Contact:
ISA provided insight into what may be coming from Washington in the form of taxes, tariffs and economic policy. Check out the on-demand webinar, “What to Expect from the New Congress and Administration.” Webinars like this are free to Affiliated Association members.
ISA offers AAs free access to private meeting rooms and space on the show floor at ISA International Sign Expo. Use this opportunity to:
Learn more about benefits affiliates receive at ISA Sign Expo. Contact:
Tabitha Bowen brings significant experience to the role of member programs manager at ISA. Before joining ISA in the fall, she worked in her family sign installation business, All-Right Sign, and served on the Illinois Sign Association and International Sign Association boards. She also is an ISA Elite. “I am passionate about the success of our affiliates because, from my own firsthand experience, I have witnessed the power of strong business connections. I believe there are a lot of great things that can happen when people come together in this industry.”
Connect with Tabitha to learn more about ISA’s work with affiliates:
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