Remembering our Friend, Jim Weinel
12/8/33 – 6/2/2026
Jim is considered to be one of the most profound influences on the sign industry since he started his sign business in the early 1960s with $150 of start-up cash. Jim and Sharon Weinel rented 400 square feet of space in a garage, and together began what is now one of the great successes of the American sign industry. Their company, Gemini Inc., based in Cannon Falls, Minnesota is one of the largest producers of dimensional letters in the world.
Welcome Cirrus Systems!
Greetings from Cirrus Systems!
Cirrus Systems was founded in 2012 by Dave Rycyna with the goal to create the world’s first cloud-based outdoor LED platform. Dave saw an industry dominated by a few legacy manufacturers that were ripe for disruption. He named the company “Cirrus” to reflect the cloud-based vision.
Take Action Against Illegal Sign Contracting
Be a Bandit Buster! Report Illegal Contracting!
For decades, CSA has worked with the CSLB to report illegal contracting activity. According to CSLB, unlicensed contracting is part of California’s estimated annual $60 to $140 billion underground economy. These individuals do not pay taxes, have insurance or bonds, and it is not unusual for them to be involved in other illegal activities as well.
2026 WSSC Sign Show/CSA Annual Convention
Explore, Engage & Elevate!
Dear On-Premise Sign and Graphics Industry Professional,
We are thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to you for the upcoming WSSC Sign Show/CSA Annual Convention & Educational Conference where innovation meets industry expertise! Join us for an immersive experience designed to amplify your knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and discover the latest trends shaping the future of signage. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just entering the world of signage, this event promises to inspire, educate, and propel your career forward.
CSA Day at the Capitol – May 27, 2026
Lunch – Vines Café, Hyatt Regency
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
11:30am – 1:00pm
*please note there was a recent venue change for lunch as listed above.
California State Capitol Offices
1021 ‘O’ Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
1:00pm – 4:00pm
CSA BOD Mtg. + Networking + Topgolf – Ontario
Registration & Sponsorships Now Available!
Topgolf-Ontario, a five-minute jaunt from the Ontario International Airport, will host CSA’s April – 2026 event,
CSA 3M Presentation & Workshop – NorCal
Here is your opportunity to be part of a hands-on presentation, with training designed to inspire by showcasing a wide range of signage possibilities and unique products:
CSA 3M Presentation & Workshop – SoCal
Here is your opportunity to be part of a hands-on presentation, with training designed to inspire by showcasing a wide range of signage possibilities and unique products:
Digital Sign Ban Revisited in El Dorado
Several years ago, CSA was instrumental in securing a code revision in El Dorado County that allowed digital signage.
NorCal Education/Networking/Lunch – “Let The Sunshine In”
Thomas Grunwald: Solar-Powered Signs!
Placement, Power, & Performance, “Let the Sunshine In”