Rhode Island Sign Contractor's Association

09/21/2026

The RISCA October Meeting will be held Thursday, October 1, 2026.

🕕 Networking & Cocktails: 6:00 PM
🕡 Meeting Begins: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Maria’s Cucina (Old Spirito’s) – 477 Broadway, Providence, RI

Join us for some networking, great conversation, and a chance to catch up with everyone!

Please RSVP to [email protected] by Friday, 9/25/26 if you plan on attending the October meeting.

Hope to see you there!

09/03/2026

Hope everyone is having a great summer! It’s hard to believe the kids are headed back to school 🏫

The RISCA September Meeting will be held tonight Thursday, September 3rd, 2026.

🕕 Networking & Cocktails: 6:00 PM
🕡 Meeting Begins: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Maria’s Cucina (Old Spirito’s) – 477 Broadway, Providence, RI

Join us for some networking, great conversation, and a chance to catch up with everyone!

Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan on attending the September meeting.

08/02/2026

Don’t miss this great event!

Join Us at the NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit!

The Northeast States Sign Association is proud to bring together sign professionals from across the region for a day dedicated to education, networking, and industry solutions.

Whether you’re a business owner, project manager, sales professional, fabricator, or designer, the NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit is designed to provide practical knowledge you can take back to your business immediately.

This year’s educational lineup includes:
📊 Sign Company Financials
🤖 AI in the Sign Industry
📋 Permitting Strategy
🏗️ Signage & Wayfinding: Collaboration from Design Through Construction

A special thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this event possible. Your continued support helps us deliver meaningful education and strengthen our industry.

Register Now- https://forms.gle/irqVCX9jBtJM41QEA

📅 August 12, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Wind Creek Bethlehem | Bethlehem, PA

Connect with fellow professionals, discover new products and solutions, and invest in your company’s future.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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07/14/2026

Don’t miss this!

Registration is OPEN!

Join us at the NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit 2026 for a full day of education, networking, and the latest innovations in the sign industry.
📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
📍 Wind Creek Resort
77 Wind Creek Blvd.
Bethlehem, PA

🎟️ FREE to Attend!

What You’ll Experience:
✅ 30+ leading manufacturers & suppliers
✅ The latest in digital printing, LEDs, EMCs, vehicle wraps, fabrication equipment, shop automation & more
✅ Networking with sign industry professionals from across the Mid-Atlantic
✅ Practical educational sessions you can use immediately

Educational Lineup:

Sign Company Financials
Paul Tripp – Learn strategies to improve profitability and strengthen your business.

AI in the Sign Industry
Matt Lauretano – Discover practical AI tools you can start using today to improve estimating, sales, marketing, project management, customer service, and production.

Permitting Strategy
Daniel Marsh – Learn how to streamline permitting, avoid delays, and navigate changing regulations.

Signage & Wayfinding: Collaboration from Design Through Construction
Chris Connors – Best practices for delivering successful projects from concept through installation.
Whether you’re an owner, manager, salesperson, project manager, designer, fabricator, or installer, you’ll leave with practical ideas, valuable resources, and new industry connections to help grow your business.

👉 Register today and join the region’s premier sign industry event!
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07/13/2026

Looking forward to this presentation! Register today!

NEW SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT!! Daniel Marsh is the founder of Cumberland Permit Strategies and has spent his career helping businesses navigate the complexities of development and sign permitting across hundreds of jurisdictions throughout the United States. Drawing on experience in both municipal permitting and private-sector consulting, he specializes in translating complex regulatory processes into practical, repeatable systems that improve project outcomes.
A Certified Permit Technician with a background in process improvement and operational excellence, Daniel is passionate about helping sign professionals understand not only how permitting works, but why it exists. His approach emphasizes preparation, professionalism, and collaboration, encouraging teams to view permitting as a strategic part of project success rather than simply an administrative hurdle.
At the Northeast Sign Summit, Daniel will share practical principles and real-world experiences that attendees can apply immediately—regardless of the jurisdictions in which they work. ISA / ISA Sign Expo

07/03/2026

06/28/2026

Another reason to check out the upcoming NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit!

We are excited to welcome Matt Lauretano as a featured speaker presenting “AI in the Sign Industry.”

Discover practical ways to use AI in your business today to streamline operations, increase productivity, and empower your team. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your AI skills to the next level, this session will provide the tools and knowledge you need to confidently begin using AI immediately.

Learn how to start from scratch, implement real-world AI solutions, and gain a competitive edge in the sign industry. ISA / ISA Sign Expo

06/20/2026

Your chance to learn and connect at the upcoming NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit!

Present or Highlight- Signage & Wayfinding: Collaboration from design through construction- Chris Connorrs, MKSD Architects. Don’t miss out on some amazing presentations at the NSSA Mid Atlantic Sign Summit. ISA / ISA Sign Expo

06/12/2026

Check out the NSSA Mid-Atlantic Sign Summit! Spend a day learning from industry experts, connecting with peers, and gaining valuable insights to help your business thrive.

🚨NSSA SIGN SUMMIT 2026🚨
📅August 12, 2026
📍Wind Creek Bethlehem
Join us for a full day dedicated to the latest innovations, technology, education, and networking in the sign industry — and it’s FREE to attend!
🔥Why Attend?
✅ Connect with 30+ leading manufacturers and suppliers
✅ Discover new products and services designed to help grow your business
✅ Attend educational seminars led by recognized industry experts
✅ Network with sign professionals from across the region
🔹Featured Technologies & Products
• Digital printing technology, media & ink systems
• Vehicle wrap technology
• Vinyls & substrates
• Automated shop equipment
• Routers & channel letter fabrication systems
• Laser welders
• Crane trucks & service vehicles
• Electronic message centers
• Advanced LED solutions for channel letters & sign cabinets
• Paint & finishing products
• Distribution solutions
🤝Build Valuable Connections
Meet industry peers, exchange ideas, and learn what’s driving success in today’s sign market.
🏨World-Class Venue
Wind Creek offers outstanding hotel accommodations, dining, casino gaming, and entertainment—all in one location.
📍 Conveniently located off I-78 with easy access from:
• Philadelphia
• South Jersey
• North Jersey / NYC
• Eastern Pennsylvania
🎟️NO CHARGE TO ATTEND
Mark your calendar and don’t miss one of the premier sign industry events of 2026!
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06/03/2026

***Important update***

The RISCA June Meeting has been cancelled due to limited attendance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Our next RISCA meeting will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2026, as we do not meet during the months of July and August. Additional meeting details will follow.

Have a wonderful summer, and stay safe!