By Liz Humrickhouse New rule changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act will improve services to blind or visually impaired patrons On March 15, 2012, updates to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) went into effect. The new standards—known as the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design—focus specifically on creating wayfinding signage…
Archive for April, 2012
New ADA Signage Standards Take Effect
Thursday, April 26th, 2012 at
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Digital signage lights up downtown Phoenix (Video)
Thursday, April 26th, 2012 at
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The City of Phoenix faced a dilemma not unusual for large metro areas with significant suburban populations — how do you get people back downtown to revitalize the city center? For Phoenix, digital signage held part of the answer. Inspired by other cities that have created entertainment districts, such as L.A. Live in Los Angeles,…
What’s The Easiest Dental Marketing Tool To Get New Patients? The Wealthy Dentist Has Answers
Monday, April 23rd, 2012 at
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(PRWEB) April 23, 2012 According to The Wealthy Dentist, dental marketing with good signage is the easiest way to add new patients to a dental practice. The new “The $1,000,000 Dental Sign” program shows doctors all of the factors that go into good signs – locations, traffic flow, most effective types of signs, building location and…
Modesto weighs historic signage, walking tour
Monday, April 23rd, 2012 at
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MODESTO — On Tuesday, the Modesto City Council could approve the installation of 25 markers for the Historic Graffiti Cruise Route and downtown walking tour. The markers would tell tourists about the history of cruising in Modesto, which was depicted in the George Lucas film “American Graffiti.” Business owner Chris Murphy leads a committee that…
Follow a digital signage screen from creation to deployment
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012 at
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A distributor, in its simplest form, is a middleman organization. However, these organizations do much more than just pick, pack and ship digital signage products. “A full-service distributor’s main functions are to fulfill availability at any time, offer a credit line and technical service and support,” said Mike Zmuda, Director of Business Development for Itasca,…
What Is My Business Worth
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012 at
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People normally wish to know what is my business worth so they can know the achievements they have made. Accurate estimation can be such a hard task but if you do it based on the going market price then you would close enough value. Medium and small businesses can be easy to assess but definitely not big ones.
Employment And Graphic Design Certificate Courses Online At Home
Sunday, April 15th, 2012 at
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A graphic design certificate can open employment opportunities in traditional and e-commerce multimedia projects for creative individuals that solve visual problems for brand identity and design. Developing basic aesthetic and technical skills are the basis of certification. From admission to completion, a certificate holder can enter professional employment within 9 months or less. Certification programs can require learners to build a faculty-led, peer reviewed portfolio of projects using professional design software.
Use Excellent Graphic Design To Draw Attention To Your Brand
Friday, April 13th, 2012 at
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Experienced graphic designers are skilled at using the ideal combination of images, text and colour to convey a powerful message. Companies draw attention to their brand and provide clients with the all important first impression through the design on the company website, signage, business cards, letterheads and so on. Poor quality graphic design will have a negative impact on businesses, by presenting a bad first impression.
Digital signs now interact with viewers
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012 at
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From http://www.azcentral.com The face of commercial signage is about to be transformed, experts say, and Phoenix-based Avnet Inc. is hoping to lead the revolution. Electronics-industry analysts predict that by 2015, about 22 million traditional signs in grocery stores, shopping malls, restaurants, health clinics and other businesses will be replaced with digital displays that interact with…
The Easy Way To Pick Your Future Outstanding Business Enterprise
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012 at
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Even after having been in the sign industry for 30 years, I would honestly say I love what I do. I'm always learning of new technology, techniques, and ways to apply my knowledge of the industry to situations that are typically challenging. I strive to help my clients find the best solutions to their signage needs.
Specialties
Dimensional signage, wayfinding, and conceptual design.
Experience
Vern Harris- Wholesale Sales (2012 - Present)
LBS Wholesale
Marketing and Advertising
Wholesale Lighted Signs, Channel Letters, and installations to the trade. We handle the whole package, from survey to permits to manufacture to installation.
CEO (2010 - Present)
JV LLC
Marketing and Advertising
PageOneDenver creates and optimizes websites for the best Google search rankings. If your company does not have a website, or wants to rank it's existing website, contact me at Vern@PageOneDenver.com
"The Signtist" (2011 - 2012)
Denver Custom Signs
Marketing and Advertising
Denver Custom Signs is a full Service Custom Sign Company serving the Colorado Front Range.
CEO (2008 - 2010)
Ensignia Sign Systems
Marketing and Advertising
CEO of a full service sign company, building electrical, ADA, and commercial signage. Sign Consultant to clients in need of innovative solutions to on premise marketing, wayfinding, and identification.
Ensignia Sign Systems is one of the few sign companies nationwide that manufactures ADA Glass signage, providing it wholesale and retail and shipped worldwide.
President (1987 - 2008)
The Signtist
Marketing and Advertising
The Signtist and Communication Industries have merged to form Ensignia Sign Systems.
Skills & Expertise
Signage, Online Marketing, SEO, Wayfinding, Advertising, Signs, Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Banners, Logo Design, Digital Printing, Graphics, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development
Education
Autodidact (1979 - 2012)
, Signs and Marketing
I've been studying the craft of signage for 30 years, and still love it!
Recommendations
I have known Vern for 25 + years in the outdoor advertising business. "Signs" I've worked for him both as a Sub-Contractor and later a Contractor. We've been through a lot of contracts togeather. My success in the industry is owed directly to our business relationship. I have seen Vern under a great deal of stress & pressure "under the gun" if you will, and handled it better then anybody i've known. I'm happy to have learned from him and to be able to call him a friend. I hope to keep working for him as long i'm in this business or any other....on any level...DickDick Goddard
In an environment filled with franchises, Vern is one of the few individuals who actually built a sign company from the ground up. He knows his stuff, and his vast experience allows him to deliver innovative solutions and great results every time.Mike Daigle
Vern's expertise in the sign industry provides him amazing insight; creative insight would be the best way to describe it. He understands the possibilities and limitations of a wide range of materials and processes and isn't afraid to go beyond the typical to create signs that are simply breath taking and amazing. If you want a sign that utilizes creative materials and fabrication methods - Vern's your guy.Matt Charboneau
I've had several experiences with Vern and his company. Vern and his staff have always been professional and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend others looking for a quality sign project to look to Vern and his staff for their expertise.Terry Marcovich
Vern is a client and he is one of those ideal clients. He is a quick study and got fast results.Vern has also made several signs for me. The signs were turned around quickly and were perfect for my needs. if you need a custom sign -- call Vern. And, ask about his Mafia Offer!
Dr Lisa Lang
