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Goodwill Opportunity Campus: Project Spotlight

Heritage Signs & Displays recently partnered in the transformation of Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont’s Opportunity Campus in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Opportunity Campus houses the Career & Employment Center, which recently underwent a major renovation to create a contemporary space with state-of-the-art technology and immersive experiential design that better serves as an effective and engaging learning environment.

This project aimed to amplify the organization’s public-facing workforce service areas with a cohesive workplace reminiscent of today’s workplace environment that reflects the core values and brand guidelines of the nonprofit. The Heritage team of signage professionals collaborated closely with the creative team at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont to ensure that their brand was positively reflected and their space’s interior branding was brought to life through wall wraps, custom wall displays, core value walls, frosted vinyl, and a lenticular wall display.

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One of the standout features of the transformed Career & Employment Center interior was the lenticular wall display that was installed in the entry corridor. The lenticular sign was created with blue dimensionally oriented fins bearing the message “The Future Is Bright.” The color blocks on the wall were angled in such a way as to point toward the training room. The completed lenticular displays created a captivating three-dimensional inspiration wall that draws audiences into the grand interior environment.

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A feature of the lenticular wall display included standoff-mounted plaques of testimonials from Goodwill participants who benefited from the nonprofit’s workforce development training.

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The acrylic signs were securely mounted to the walls of the space, providing a three-dimensional depth of the lenticular sign and highlighting the strides individuals have made through Goodwill University, Goodwill’s job training division.

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Several testimonials were affixed to the walls in frames, along with adhesive vinyl wall wraps utilized for core value walls, maintaining brand consistency while reflecting the values of Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont.

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Wayfinding signs were installed in a key corner location in the hallway to better guide visitors around the campus, including the Career & Employment Center, Family Stability Services, GoodWork Staffing, Goodwill University, and other facilities.

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The talented signage team installed a wall wrap featuring the Goodwill logo against one of the office walls and frosted vinyl adhered to the interior office glass wall system.

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Inside one of the Training Rooms was a custom wall display that included a multitude of elements, including wall wraps and a custom-cut sign showing the store locations of Goodwill of the Southern Piedmont throughout the Charlotte metro area and surrounding counties within the region, in both North Carolina and South Carolina.

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The sign installation team at Heritage Signs & Displays adhered to time-honed procedures for effective sign installations, communicating with Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont’s Project Manager and Visual Design Manager to make sure that this custom-cut sign and the other signage elements were expertly installed to fit the existing space and reflect the nonprofit values while enhancing the visual impact of the space.

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This project is a testament to Heritage Signs & Displays’ expertise in corporate signage and branding and their commitment to pursuing a high standard of excellence in delivering award-winning commercial interior collaborations.

About Our Client

First opening as an independent Goodwill affiliate agency in 1965, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont is a leader in providing the greater Charlotte region with workforce development and employment. The organization has provided employment services to over 150,000 people in the state and supplies repurposed and donated clothing and many other goods.

About Us

Heritage Signs & Displays is the leading commercial sign company in the Charlotte, NC area. Our talented team of commercial printing professionals specializes in trade show displays, custom signs, and commercial interior graphics that enhance spaces, promote brands, and captivates target customers. Our talented signage team has decades of experience serving the leading companies and brands in the Charlotte area with original, captivating signs that we create in our state-of-the-art signage facility. We have earned hundreds of 5-star reviews and industry awards for our work.

If your company seeks to create new, high-quality displays from the award-winning sign company in Charlotte, call our sign professionals at (704) 551-0700. Or if you want to receive a free online quote, Get a Quote with us today! We look forward to hearing from you, accomplishing your branding goals, and connecting your organization with your target customers with the transformative signs and displays we make.

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Question & Answers with Heritage CEO from recent interview with Charlotte Business Journal

Describe your leadership style and how you put that into action within your organization:

My leadership style is as a collaborative innovator. As a servant leader, I seek to nurture a culture of collaboration within our company that spurs innovation and positive, impactful results for our culture, clients and community. The heartbeat of our organization is found in our purpose statement, “As a veteran-owned business, we strive to be a valued resource that honors God by serving others.”

Describe a major change you’ve made as the leader of your company over the past year, how you handled that and how it impacted the business:

As our business has expanded over the past 10 years, we recognized that our banking relationship with BB&T/Truist was not responsive to our changing needs. After careful consideration, we made the move to United Community Bank last May. What an amazing difference we have experienced! The level of care and attention to our needs that the team at United provides is greatly valued and appreciated. Their support of our business model and growth initiatives positions us well to compete effectively in the various marketplaces we now serve (Charlotte; Raleigh; Washington, D.C.; Baltimore; and Louisville, Kentucky).

Describe your top accomplishment of the past year:

During the past year, our company has funded the building of two schools in an emerging, third-world country in Asia that currently serves 194 girls and boys, ranging in age between 4 and 10, who were previously unable to receive a formal education. In addition, our ongoing funding provides two meals per day for each child and basic health care for each student and their families.

How are you prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in your company?

Among our five organizational core values is “Value the Individual,” which recognizes that every member of our team is unique and offers great value. Our diversity of talent, backgrounds and experiences make us better as an organization!

What is the top priority for Charlotte to ensure a strong business environment?

Charlotte must continue to develop a strong transportation infrastructure, improve educational opportunities for high school students that emphasize technical and trade skills in preparation for entering the job market, and provide affordable-housing solutions for all socio-economic sectors of our quickly growing population.

What was your first job, and what is one lesson you carried forward from that?

My first job was working on crab boats on the Potomac River with my grandfather and several uncles in rural southern Maryland. They truly loved what they did for a living and instilled in me a passion for serving others, a strong sense of urgency with the things I commit to and a work ethic that still gets me up before the break of dawn to prepare for a new day.

Who inspires you, and why?

Since I arrived in Charlotte from the Washington, D.C., area in 2005, Tony Zeiss, best known in Charlotte for his role as the president of Central Piedmont Community College for more than two decades, has been an impactful and inspirational leader that I greatly admire. From the moment I met him while attending my first Charlotte Rotary Club luncheon, Tony has shown me what a purposeful leader can do to positively impact his community for good and God’s glory. Tony’s leadership helped grow CPCC into an organization that has prepared hundreds of thousands of people to achieve productive and meaningful careers with area companies. His efforts have encouraged thousands of companies to move to Charlotte or expand in Charlotte because of the technical training offered at this world-class educational institution. Tony’s appreciation for Charlotte history has created a fantastic showcase of statues highlighting past community and business leaders along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway and historical documentaries on our local PBS station. His leadership in launching the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., in 2017 is undoubtedly a capstone role to his storied career as a servant leader.

What is something you do for fun?

Since 2015, I have been traveling to Asia with the Mustard Seed Foundation to share “The Theology of Work” with high school and college-age students in emerging, third-world countries. Although these trips are rigorous, I find that they rejuvenate my mind and spirit while also refocusing and enhancing the results of my efforts within our business and community. My next trip is scheduled for this fall.

What is one of the best books you’ve read recently, and why?

God and Money, by John Cortnes and Gregory Baumer. This book challenges the reader to trust in God for our provision, offer gratitude for his blessings, and be radically generous in sharing those blessings with others now. Living with a mindset to invest in the needs of others in the present offers much greater joy and impact versus accumulating great wealth over a lifetime to be distributed at our death. Ultimately our assets, including our businesses, are not really ours; it is something over which we are given stewardship by God. Large or small, each of us is entrusted by God with resources that have the potential to positively impact our world, if we are willing to do so.

What is your best advice for future leaders?

Pursue a career with companies that have a great culture, a meaningful purpose and excellent leadership development programs. Seek mentors, with shared faith and values, to challenge and encourage you to pursue excellence as you develop as a leader in your company, family, and community. Find a faith community, with an excellent discipleship and small group structure, to serve and support.

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Which Trade Show Display Products Should You Use for Your Event in Charlotte, NC?

Trade shows can be a vital marketing tool for businesses seeking exposure and new customers. Charlotte, NC hosts several events and conventions throughout the year. With several companies from surrounding communities competing for attention, it’s crucial to ensure that your business stands out from the crowd. Trade show displays and event signs can make all the difference, and Heritage Signs & Displays can help create custom trade show displays that leave a lasting impression.

Common Considerations for an Effective Trade Show Display

Trade shows are a vital part of any marketing strategy for businesses. They offer a unique opportunity to showcase your products or services, connect with potential customers and partners, and increase brand awareness. However, to make the most of your trade show experience, you need an effective trade show display that will help you stand out from the crowd.

Before collaborating with our team to construct a trade show setup or print new signage, there are several variables to consider to ensure that your display is effective in attracting and engaging potential customers.

Here are some of the common considerations we keep in mind when fabricating trade show displays:

Keep It Simple

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A cluttered display can be overwhelming and confusing to potential customers. Therefore, it’s crucial to keep your display simple, clean, and easy to navigate. A simple design that showcases your brand and products will attract potential customers and help them understand what you offer quickly.

Make It Interactive

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Interactive trade show displays are more engaging and memorable than passive displays. Consider incorporating interactive elements such as touch screens, product demonstrations, or games to attract visitors to your booth and increase their interest in your brand. Multimedia such as videos, images, and other digital elements can make your trade show display more engaging and interesting to potential customers. Incorporating multimedia into your display can help create an immersive experience that showcases your products or services and communicates your brand message.

Use High-Quality Graphics

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High-quality graphics and images can make your display more visually appealing and help it stand out from the competition. Use high-resolution images that are clear, easy to read, and accurately represent your products or services.

Use a Consistent Color Scheme

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Using a consistent color scheme can help tie your display together and make it more visually appealing. Choose a few complementary colors that reflect your brand and use them throughout your display. A consistent color scheme will help visitors recognize your brand and remember your display.

Use Lighting to Your Advantage

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Lighting can be used to draw attention to specific parts of your display and make it more visually appealing. Consider incorporating spotlights or other lighting effects into your display to highlight key elements such as your products, logo, or brand message.

Attracting Your Audience with Trade Show Displays

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Trade show displays are more than just a booth displaying your company’s name. The most captivating trade show displays are a combination of elements such as banners, brochures, table runners, event towers, and custom fabrications that speak to what makes your organization unique. These elements work together to create a cohesive, professional image that is sure to attract the attention of potential customers.

Banners

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Vinyl banners are an excellent way to attract attention and convey a message at events like grand openings, charity fundraisers, or conventions. They can be customized with text, images, and graphics and are available in various sizes. Retractable banners are a dependable advertising vehicle for both indoor and outdoor events. They are portable, durable, reusable, and easy to assemble.

Meter Boards: Effective Temporary Signage

Trade Show Display
Meter boards are freestanding temporary signage that can work for both indoor and outdoor events. When utilized effectively, meter boards can take your trade show display to the next level!

Life Size Cut Outs: Appealing and Impactful

Life Size Cut Outs
Bringing key personnel, mascots, sports players, or other important figures to life in the form of life size cut outs, also known as cardboard cut outs, is an endlessly appealing form of event signage. Life size cut outs can be made of cardboard and a variety of substrates to endure inside event spaces and to add appeal and color to events of all sorts.

Hop Up Fabric Displays: Large and Convenient

Hop Up Fabric Displays
Hop-up fabric displays work like banner stands but can be as large as you need them to be. They are ideal for conventions, trade shows, and business meetings when you are alone. Every hop-up we print comes with a sturdy travel bag, making it easy to transport and reuse.

Event Towers: Customizable and Space-Saving

Event Towers
Event towers are highly customizable and can provide messaging and imagery for your company from multiple angles while being judicious with space and materials. They can be both large and small and an effective component of your custom trade show display.

Backdrops: Highlighting Your Company

Backdrops
Backdrops can be made of fabric, vinyl, or mesh and can serve several purposes, such as providing photo opportunities, displaying your company logo or your sponsors’ logos, or highlighting an upcoming product or event from your business. Step and repeat backdrops can boost your company’s brand and encourage people to take photos in front of them. These are particularly effective when your company is sponsoring an event.

Outdoor Event Signs: Durable and Reusable

Outdoor Event Signs
Custom printed on both sides, our vibrant outdoor banners, sports banners, and event signs are durable, reusable, and affordable. The materials we use can withstand sun exposure and adverse weather conditions.

Printed Conference Materials: Setting the Stage for Your Presentation

Printed Conference Materials
We specialize in commercially printed materials such as booklets and brochures to help give potential customers and collaborators an idea of your company’s products and key features in a visually captivating, printed form.

Why Choose Heritage Signs & Displays for Your Trade Show Displays?

Trade Show Displays
At Heritage Signs & Displays, we have decades of experience creating and installing award-winning signage in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. We understand the unique challenges that businesses in the area face, and we are committed to exceeding customer expectations. Our team of experts will work closely with you to create a custom trade show display that reflects your brand and attracts potential customers.

Our Sign Installation Process Is Streamlined and Hassle-Free

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Our exceptional customer service and streamlined sign installation process set us apart from other Charlotte sign shops. When you contact us for new event displays, one of our project managers will assess your signage goals, timeline, budget, and any other challenges you may be facing. After the initial assessment, we schedule a site visit to conduct an onsite survey, take measurements, and address any concerns. We then draft a final proposal, which once signed, sets an installation date for our team to install your new trade show displays without disrupting your daily operations.

Conclusion

Trade show displays are an effective way to showcase your brand and attract potential customers. To create an effective display, you need to keep it simple, interactive, and visually appealing. Heritage Signs & Displays is a family and veteran-owned business that has decades of experience creating award-winning signage. Our streamlined and hassle-free sign installation process, combined with exceptional customer service, makes us the perfect partner for your trade show display needs. To get started, contact us at (704) 551-0700 or Get a Quote for free on our website.

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