To Mayor Genevieve Suits and Village Officers,

Here are three potential sign panels for your consideration. The PDFs are formatted to print full-size at 11″X17″ poster stock for presentation purposes and will scale to fit a regular 8.5″x11″ page. Feel free to treat them as sketch pages and draw the ideas that come up among your group of decision makers.

A carved village office sign at the size proposed – double-sided, finished with 23k gold leaf is figured at $3000, including 4×4 finished posts. Installation billed separately at $85.00 hr or can be arranged by the Village as desired.

Thanks again for contacting us about a carved sign for the Village of Homer.

Jim Thorpe

Sign Design #1 PDF Download HERE

Sign Design #2 PDF Download HERE

Sign Design #3 PDF Download HERE

I serve my clients best by doing a consultation, either by phone or in person. During the time we spend together, I deliver real knowledge and value to you, tangible information that comes from the U.S Small Business Administration and Chamber of Commerce. If you just put just one of my ideas into effect, expect the result to pay for itself many times over.

I will assess the ‘real value’ of your location in a way you have probably never considered before. I help you identify ‘image-killers’ and show you how to eliminate them. Next, I will share my On-Site Marketing System, and educate you on the full power of the philosophy, techniques and message-creation concepts I use for the system. When we are finished, I will make a recommendation for a marketing display system which is perfectly sized and designed – with a message strategy aimed at helping you get more attention.

A half hour of your time will get you a no-obligation education about how to capitalize on potential visibility opportunities which you are almost certainly missing out on right now.

In order to provide you with the fastest, most accurate information I can, I have put together a short questionnaire you can fill out and email to me. This information will give me a ‘jump-start’ on your location with you. I will never share any of your information with a 3rd party. This is strictly to enable me to serve you better.

If you rather not email this information and would prefer to give it to me by phone, you can call me at 607-227-0465

During my consultation, I will be giving you – A Small Business Special Report: The Secret That Can Increase Your Cash Flow and Explode Your Profits. This report alone can educate you about marketing, by making sure that whenever your local people think of the kind of business you’re in, they think of YOU.

Call me or fill out the form below!!!

If you are a small business owner struggling to make money in today’s challenging environment, acting on this knowledge could be the best move you have ever made for your business.

One of the most respected marketers today, Jay Abraham, observed that, “Every business, first and foremost, is in the business of marketing their business.” No matter what your business is – a retail store, a restaurant, professional office, if you want people to know about you – you gotta tell ‘em!

You spend big money every month to have your business in front of all the traffic passing your location every day. If you don’t find a way to get that traffic pulling into your parking lot and becoming customers, you are throwing away a ton of money every month just as surely as if you took all the cash from your pocket and set it on fire. But this doesn’t begin to factor the profits you are missing by not capitalizing on that traffic!!!

Experience has taught me that the best approach to take toward serving new clients is to fully express what I actually do. On the surface of things I am a skilled professional in the sign industry. But I learned long ago that I don’t really create and sell Carved Dimensional Signs…

What I actually offer is an intelligent, proven system for making your business location operate at it’s highest profit potential! Most retail establishments are located at a very expensive location, with the owner(s) often spending several thousand each month to be in front of over 10,000 cars per day. Unfortunately, very few businesses effectively capitalize on that traffic, so the owner(s) often ends up making one of three choices:

1. Spends hundreds/thousands per month on ineffective, usually very expensive advertising.
2. Spends thousands per month on off-site ads, TV and Radio which deliver a VERY LOW Return on Investment ratio.
3. Gives up on advertising and gets minimal business until they build up years of referral/return business.

All 3 methods are ineffective at maximizing the profits you deserve because, in each case, your location under-performs!

Think about it with me: Why spend all of the expense getting a high-traffic location, if you are not going to:

The Bottom Line:

It is VERY expensive to waste that traffic!

I serve my clients best by doing a consultation, either by phone or in person. During the time we spend together, I deliver real knowledge and value to you, information that comes from the U.S Small Business Administration and International Chamber of Commerce. If you just put just one of my ideas into effect, the result will pay for itself many times over.

I will assess the ‘real value’ of your location in a way you have probably never considered before. I help you identify ‘image-killers’ and show you how to eliminate them. Next, I will share my On-Site Advertising System, and educate you on the full power of the philosophy, techniques and message-creation concepts I use for the system. When we are finished, I will make a recommendation for a marketing display system which is perfectly sized and designed – with a message strategy aimed at helping you get more attention.

A half hour of your time will get you a no-obligation education about how to capitalize on potential business which you are almost certainly missing out on now.

Don’t Wait – contact me RIGHT NOW! You are losing money – as you think about it, another car just drove past thinking, “I wonder where I can get a good… or find the best dentist in town?”

In order to provide you with the fastest, most accurate information I can, I have put together a short questionnaire you can fill out and email to me. This information will give me a ‘jump-start’ on your location with you. I will never share any of your information with a 3rd party. This is strictly to enable me to serve you better.

If you rather not email this information and would prefer to give it to me by phone, you can call me at 607-227-0465

Download your copy of A Small Business Special Report: The Secret That Can Increase Your Cash Flow and Explode Your Profits. This report alone can educate you about marketing, by making sure that whenever your local people think of the kind of business you’re in, they think of YOU.

BE AWARE: When I do business with a client, I give them a 3- year 5-mile protected radius. In other words, if their competitor calls me, asking for my help, if they are within that 5-mile radius, I will refuse the business.

Sign production begins: to be completed in either 6-8 or 8-12 weeks

Once we have had a chance to look over your message, you will receive more detailed, personal message about your sign project – usually within 24-48 hours. =

In the meantime, we welcome your call to discuss your signs – (607) 227-0465  and e-mails are always welcome as well.

The process of ordering a sign often begins with your opt-in request and our email exchange about the nature of your business and the scope of the project. Of course, you can choose to start now, too.

Thank you for confirming your interest in our custom sign work.

If you ready to secure a place on our project schedule, there are two ways to begin:

Design Fee – $200. Here is a link to details about the Design Process

CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR PAYPAL PAGE TO START WITH PROFESSIONAL DESIGNS!  2-3 SKETCHES, REVISIONS

Your Sign Deposit secures a place on our calendar AND starts the job.

There is a 6-8-12 week production period depending on scope of project, scheduling, and transportation and installation.

50% is required to start any estimated project .

$500.00 minimum order, add 8% tax in New York State. All delivery charges extra. Under 25 square feet, we ship by UPS, above 25 sq ft. we ship by private trucking or other.

TO GO TO PAYPAL AND START WITH A $500. SIGN PROJECT DEPOSIT OR CLICK HERE FOR MORE
We Can Help You Finance Your Signs! 

Please read our Terms & Conditions

We accept PayPal online, Business or Personal Check and Money Orders made out to:

Jim Thorpe Signs

110 Hyers Street
Ithaca, NY 14850

Creating Superior Signage begins with good design. Given the opportunity, we prefer to survey your location, either by photographs sent to us or by visiting your location if you are in our local region.

Depending on the scope of your project we may recommend an in-depth consultation to determine what kind of signage best suits your business.

We will develop your sign project by creating two sketches, with up to 3-5 revisions. You can usually expect to see your design mock-ups in within one business week of receiving your deposit. Once you are satisfied with the design, we move into production by scheduling you into our calender.

Design and signage solutions that are the BEST choices for your location may cost more and are worth it. We strive to create the RIGHT signage solution for you and will work to get you the best results.

A Sample Sign Design Sketch

Because Signage is such a critical component of your success, we have prepared a short survey that will help us actually increase your profits – and at the same time reduce your advertising costs – with the aid of professional signage.

A  business venture is both an exciting and challenging prospect at whatever stage it is in. Employing business questionnaires is a great step towards establishing the ongoing goals of your business and ways to ensure its growth. I’d venture to say that most people begin their own businesses as the path towards financial freedom and independence. A questionnaire helps entrepreneurs develop knowledge regarding what they hope to gain and how they can go about meeting their targets… It enhances the process of decision making for people who want to start new ventures.

Complete this questionnaire and then download your copy of our Special Report, read it very carefully, and when you’ve finished – call us at 607-227-0465 to make an appointment to start your signs!

Tell us about your project. Before offering a specific quote or starting design work, we prefer to speak with our potential customer, either by phone or in person. The information we gather during this consultation provides a foundation for our recommendation. Consultations conducted by telephone are free. If a site visit is required, Jim Thorpe Signs may require a fee and reimbursement of costs prior to the visit.

Quotation

Quotations are valid for 90 days. Quotations do not include anything that is not specified in writing. Jim Thorpe Signs reserves the right to decline to quote.

Design Approval

Jim Thorpe Signs will submit design work to the buyer for review and approval prior to fabricating signage. The Design Fee includes up to five revisions. If more revisions are requested, or the original design assignment or specifications change significantly during the design process, additional design fees may apply. Buyer will confirm approval of a final design drawing before fabrication work begins. This confirmation is done in writing or by means of making a down or full payment. Samples and prototypes requested by Buyer may incur additional charges.

Client Errors / Alterations

Jim Thorpe Signs will not be held responsible for errors on a final design that has been approved by Buyer. Alterations requested by Buyer after a final design drawing has been approved may incur additional charges.

Color Matching

Because of differences in computer screens, printed samples, and actual paint colors, a color variation between the submitted design and the completed work is to be expected. When closer color matching is required, Buyer will submit color chips or PMS numbers. Jim Thorpe Signs will then use reasonable efforts to make a closer match within the limits of its paint supplier.

Sign Pictorials, Carved Reliefs

Many Jim Thorpe Signs designs include original custom artwork. The sketch that is approved during the design process is considered a “rough draft” or an “artist’s study” submitted to the Buyer prior to creation of the sign. Since this sketch is usually done in digital format, it will not exactly match the sign. The sign will therefore be a similar, but not exact, match. Where Buyer desires more control over the final product, upon written request Jim Thorpe Signs may send a photograph of the final artwork to the Buyer for approval prior to attaching it to the sign. This service is an additional charge.

Payment Terms

Design work must be prepaid before any project begins. Fabrication of the sign will begin after receipt of 50% down payment. The balance of the sign project (including shipping) is due upon completion of production of the sign. Full payment is required prior to pick-up or delivery. Any other payment arrangements must be approved in writing by Jim Thorpe Signs. In the event Buyer receives the sign prior to payment in full for any reason, Jim Thorpe Signs hereby is granted a security interest in the sign until payment in full is received. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Jim Thorpe Signs reserves the right to repossess any goods, retain all monies paid, which will be deemed forfeited, and/or pursue all other legal remedies against Buyer. Should Buyer cancel an order or part of an order prior to the completion of the order, Jim Thorpe Signs reserves the right to charge a handling and termination fee. Cancellation does not release Buyer from its obligation to pay for those parts of the order already fabricated.

Production Schedule

A production schedule will be established after the final design drawing has been approved and a 50% down payment has been made. Most signs are fabricated within six to eight weeks. Shipping requires additional time.Jim Thorpe Signs will use reasonable efforts to meet regular production schedule, but there will be no liability or penalty for any estimated completion date. If a sign project is needed by a specific date under eight weeks or less, a rush job charge will be applied. Jim Thorpe Signs will also not be held responsible for delays related to unavailability of materials, shipping, customs, third party installations, or other causes beyond its control.

Inspection and Claims

All signs must be promptly inspected by Buyer. Claims for defects, damages or shortages must be made by Buyer in writing no later than ten calendar days after pick-up or delivery. If no such claim is made, Buyer thereby acknowledges that Jim Thorpe Signs has fully satisfied all terms, conditions, and specifications.

Each business should consult their tax adviser for specific tax benefits.

Dimension Leasing has been servicing business for over 25 years. They specialize in signage transactions (5K to 75K). They understand the value of signs, and the needs of sign companies, as well as the needs of the sign buyer. They have the expertise to review your application quickly and determine the best way to get the deal approved.

To get a more complete education about the advantages of financing your signs click this link to go to the Chamber of Commerce’s Guidelines to Financing your Signage.