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Signs Now Traverse City opened in 1990. Superior customer service, a dedicated, professional team, and cutting-edge technology have since helped make Signs Now a leader in our industry.
In 2008 long-time employee Andrew Kohlmann and his wife purchased the company.
He and Amy run the center with the help of a devoted team of professionals.
Signs Now specializes in creating signage that WORKS for its clients while meeting budgets and deadlines.
Whether the signage needs to direct, inform or sell, the team will make sure that it does its job.
Having a team with over 40 years of combined experience in the sign business allows Signs Now to create memorable signage which helps
clients "Stand Out in a Crowded World".
Andrew
In 1996 Andrew began his career at Signs Now through his high school's TBA
Career Tech Center work experience program. After high school Andrew worked
full-time and took night classes at NMC to earn his associates degree with a
strong focus in graphic arts, fine arts and business. During his tenure he
helped Signs Now win the Signs Now Circle of Excellence Award, two Builder's
Exchange Awards of Excellence and seven sales growth awards. Andrew enjoys
spending time outdoors with his daughters, Annabelle and Alissa, and his
wife, Amy. When he's not busy at work or with family he enjoys tending to
his marine reef aquarium and scuba diving.
Amy
Amy grew up in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Amy graduated from the University of
Michigan with a degree in dental hygiene. Amy and Andrew were married in
July of 2007. Amy works at North Shore Periodontics while also taking care
of the bookkeeping needs of Signs Now. In her "free" time she takes care of
daughters Annabelle and Alissa.
Chris
Chris is our production manager and quality control specialist and has been
with Signs Now since 2002. Chris worked in the quality control department of
a major automotive parts manufacturer for years before joining the team at
Signs Now. Because of Chris' background and experience, he's very good at
identifying potential problems and working to solve them. Chris and his wife
Sandy are foster parents through Child and Family Services and enjoy
supporting children in need. He also runs a DJ service and is an active
volunteer for his church's media department.
Jodi
Jodi is responsible for the graphic design and development of client artwork
for a wide variety of projects while also running the center's printing
equipment including its newest latex inkjet printer. Jodi holds a bachelor's
degree in graphic communications from Baker College of Cadillac, where she
graduated with highest honors. Jodi's working knowledge of design is
complimented with more than six years of experience in marketing and
advertising, accentuating her understanding of corporate design in today's
fast changing market. Jodi enjoys hunting, fishing and other outdoor
activities as well as the arts.
Jessie
Jessie is our Customer Service Specialist. Jessie was born and raised in the
Traverse City area, and has a passion for the success and achievements of
local business. She received a business degree from Grand Valley State
University, where she double majored in Management and Marketing. Prior to
joining the team at Signs Now, she worked with a local company for 6 years,
where she acquired a strong background in sales and customer service.
Erik
Erik is our head sign installer. He has more than 17 years of experience in
the sign industry, most recently as the lead installer for Gardner Signs in
Troy, Mich. He is a Michigan-licensed sign specialist, and has been
involved with installations at many major venues in the Detroit area. He
was also key team member in the installation of three General Motors icons
at the top of the Renaissance Center (792' in the air) in Detroit.
Amber
Amber manages marketing campaigns and accounts receivables, as well as
assisting with sales efforts. She holds an associate's degree from
Northwestern Michigan College. Prior to joining Signs Now, she spent three
years working for Safelite Solutions and Safelite AutoGlass acquiring a
strong background in accounting aspects and customer service.
Chewbacca
Donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters and re-purposed as an event ambassador.
Hobbies include standing still for long periods of time and loitering in showrooms and special events.
Members of the following...
Members of the Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce. Andrew currently volunteers on various committees including Speed Networking and is an Ambassador Alumni.
www.tcchamber.org
Members of Traverse City Young Professionals. (TCYP). Andrew currently serves as on the marketing and branding committee as well as the advisory council.
TCYP - Young Professionals
Members of Business Networking International - Traverse City, The Founders. Andrew has served on various committees,
as secretary-treasurer, vice president, and president.
www.BNI-mi.com
Members of the Grand Traverse Home Builder's Association. Chris is actively involved in HBA and volunteers for the Home Expo show.
www.hbagta.com
Members of the Builder's Exchange of Northwest Michigan.
www.bxtvc.com
Members of the Traverse Area Association of Realtors (TAAR).
www.taar.com
Actively involved in Grand Traverse Women events.
www.www.grandtraversewoman.com
