RETAIL & SHOPPER INSIGHTS SHOPPER MARKETING AGENCIES · campaigns through an e-commerce portal and even manage QR Codes for your next promotion. WHAT WE DO CONTACT ˜ e AdArt Company

The 2014 Guide to Providers

RETAIL & SHOPPER INSIGHTS from Shopper Marketing magazine


SHOPPER MARKETING AGENCIES from Shopper Marketing magazine

Special supplement – February 2014

• The AdArt Company

• AGA Displays & Fixtures

• The Carlson Group Inc.

• Design Phase

• Excel Displays & Packaging

• Frank Mayer & Associates

• Franklin Display Group

• Great Northern

• Ideal

• InnoMark Communications

• Kinter

• Menasha Packaging Co. LLC

• Meyers

• Origin LLC

• Rapid Displays

• RockTenn Merchandising Displays

• Sonoco Display and Packaging

• Universal Display & Fixtures Company

• Wetzel Brothers

Featuring these providers:

The 2014 Guide

from Shopper Marketing magazine

POPDMG2014_Full_Cover_v2.indd 3 1/14/14 10:23 AM

THE 2014 GUIDE TO POP DESIGN & MANUFACTURING

At � e AdArt Company, we believe that anyone can put ink on paper. It’s what you do beyond that matters. Here’s a glimpse at how we go beyond.

We o� er creative design and structural engineering support.

Our creative and structural engineering teams are ready to be an extension of your creative department. � ey combine years of design experience with a fresh, modern approach to retail. Whether it’s a vivid design or a bold new construction, we can bring it to life.

We are industry experts in color.

AdArt was the � rst screen printer in the nation to become a G7 Master. Our team also has a deep understanding of printing processes, color management and substrates. � is means that your colors remain consistent from proof to press—guaranteed.

We constantly seek innovation.

Do we have the latest in screen and digital printing technology? De� nitely. But, we don’t stop there. We recently expanded our plant to provide additional space for pack-outs, inventory management and future growth. We also enhanced our shipping services to reduce costs and ensure on-time delivery. All of this is supported by state-of-the-art so� ware, enabling us to boost production e� ciencies, provide client access to campaigns through an e-commerce portal and even manage QR Codes for your next promotion.

WHAT WE DO

CONTACT� e AdArt Company3260 East 26th St.Los Angeles, CA 90058

Susanne CassSVP, Bus. Development & [email protected]

www.AdArtCo.com

Anyone can put ink on paper. AdArt goes beyond.

Product LinesHere is a sample of what we can produce. Call us today to see what we can do for your next project!

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Large-Format Digital

& Screen Printing• Creative Design• Structural Engineering• In-House Finishing• Shipping & Ful� llment

EXPERTISE• Color Management

• Structural Engineering & Creative Design

• Digital and Screen Printing on Wide Variety of Substrates, Including Fabric

• Individual Store Distribution & Complex Pack-Outs

AT-A-GLANCE

� e AdArt Company creates innovative graphics, from signage and displays to complete environments.

Design. Engineer. Print. Finish. Pack. Ship. We do it all.

FOUNDED 1944

Case Study: C.A.D. Wraps™Red Bull wanted a way to advertise their energy drinks on columns and poles outside of the stores their products were sold in. � ey wanted a struc-ture that would � t a variety of pole sizes and not slip or fall in strong winds.

A� er many hours spent designing and testing, C.A.D. Wraps™ came to life. C.A.D. Wraps™ have a unique internal structure, which allows them to be mass produced in one size and accommodate any square or round pole 2”-12” in diameter. � ey can be utilized indoors or outdoors and will not slip or fall once installed. C.A.D. Wraps™ will even withstand winds up to 50 miles per hour and last a minimum of six months*. � ey also have a customizable design to accommodate simple round constructions or die-cut shapes.

• Posters & Signs

• Backlit Signs

• Banners

• Shelf & Counter Elements

• Decals & Wraps

• Dimensional & Modular Displays

• Fabric

• Custom & Specialty Items

• C.A.D. Wraps™

• Billboards

• Transit Signage

• Fleet Graphics

*can vary in extreme temperature US Patent #8,539,703

AdArt_2014_v3.indd 1 1/8/14 1:30 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 12:59 PM

Advertisement

Design. Engineer. Print. Finish. Pack. Ship.WE DO IT ALL.

3260 E. 26th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058 800.266.7522 www.AdArtCo.com

AdArt goesbeyond.

Anyone can put ink on paper.

Today’s retail industry is constantly evolving. Deadlines are getting tighter, budgets are getting smaller and consumers have more

buying power than ever before. Your customers see thousands of brands every day. To get their attention, your brand has to break out

of the background. You need powerful graphics that inspire action.

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 8:59 PM


As a company you will � nd us a dedicated, creative and passionate bunch. Most of all we believe in being ‘direct.’ Not in a rude, brash way. We feel this sums up how we work. We realize your project from concept to execution, so it’s in our hands from start to � nish. We’re not going to farm out your work to someone else. � ere’s no middleman.

Being ‘direct’ bene� ts you in various ways.

You have complete transparency throughout - from the harnessing of the diverse expertise from the designer who is developing your concept, to the

production team bringing your project to life. All with one point of contact. � ere’s no passing the buck here.

We own every asset – we were here yesterday and of course today. We will be here tomorrow, working busily on your project. We do not drop the ball because our “strategic partners” have.

We have � exibility – we can add, we can take away, we can run fast or slow it down.

Aren’t you glad there’s no one in between?

CONTACTAGA Displays & Fixtures, Inc.4733 Torrance Blvd, Suite 413Torrance, CA 90503

Sergio [email protected]

www.AGADISPLAY.com

OUR PHILOSOPHY

HOW WE WORKWhatever you need to achieve in the POP world, we are with you every step of the way – here is how we do it:

CONCEPTUALIZE� e customer is king. Understand that as we do and you’ll have shopper focused merchandising solu-tions that really work. Using brand, consumer and retail insights from our shared industry knowledge, we create a series of concepts to be turned into tan-gible designs – realistic solutions that are produc-tion ready and to budget.

DESIGNYes, we practice safe design, we use a concept. Us-ing the latest so� ware technology combined with the brightest minds in the industry, we provide 3D renderings of designs that exceed all expectations, while still keeping it real. Oh, and if we win an award or two on the way so be it.

ENGINEEREverything is in the detail. We understand that dis-plays must work - for brands, retailers, shoppers and

shippers. By understanding the lifecycle of the display from the day it comes o� the production line to the shop � oor and beyond, we can engineer your displays so you can get maximum bang for your buck.

MANUFACTUREWe are the manufacturer. We have a state of the art 650,000 sq. � . factory that has in-house capabili-ties in plastic injection molding, plastic fabrication, plastic vacuum forming, electronics, metal working, wood working, powder coating, acrylics and high resolution printing. All tooling for our manufactur-ing processes is also done in-house. We assemble, QC and box it all ourselves too. We have been au-dited by the industry bigwigs, exceed international standards and have all the certi� cates to prove it.

EXECUTIONWe get it in-store, on time – enough said.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Innovative Permanent

& Semi-Permanent POP Displays • Fixtures & Merchandising

Solutions• Full Service Project Management• Creative Design & Engineering• In-House Manufacturing• Promotional Signage

WHO WE AREWe are a hard-working innovative POP company – a collaboration of industry veterans (the best) mixed with the brightest minds in the industry. We are growing fast with o� ces in California, New Jersey, North Carolina and Michigan, alongside our interna-tional teams in Europe, China and Australia.

AT-A-GLANCE

OUR WORK

MAJOR CLIENTS• Arai Helmets• CLC Work Gear• Dunkin Donuts• Fiji Water• Magellan• Paci� c World• Pepperidge Farm• Popchips• Scubapro

WHAT WE DORetail Merchandising Solutions. � at’s us. At AGA Displays & Fixtures we work hard to put your brand out there. Using all the tricks of the trade (and of course our expertise) we’ll attract, engage and sell to your consumer.

AGA_2014_v2.indd 1 1/8/14 3:04 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:00 PM

Advertisement

4733 Torrance Blvd, Suite 413, Torrance, CA 90503 • 562.999.1242 • [email protected] • www.agadisplay.com

CALIFORNIA NEW JERSEY NORTH CAROLINA MICHIGAN

Ebonite had. Designed for excess of 250lb, our FSU was worth it’s weight in gold. Well, galvanized steel, but you get the drift.

Meet us at Globalshop Booth 3511 or talk to us: 562-999-1242

got weight?

aga_2014ad_final.indd 1 12/29/13 10:12 AMUntitled-1 1 1/3/14 2:54 PM


TOTAL PROGRAM VALUEOur approach is based on Total Program Value (TPV), a comprehensive, turn-key approach to developing retail solutions by seamlessly integrating all facets of program development. Nothing lost in translation, improved speed to market and ROI Review.

WHAT WE DO

EXPERTISE• Retail Environments• Shop-in-Shop• Custom Fixture Solutions• POP• Graphics & Signage

CONTACT� e Carlson Group, Inc.350 E. 22nd StreetLombard, IL 60148

Mark Adams, [email protected]

www.CARLSONGROUPINC.com

DEVELOPMENT: Put knowledge to work…Our integrated approach translates insights into successful retail strategies. With TPV, collaboration between our team, brands and retailers ensures programs are e� ective, cost-e� cient with nothing lost in translation. With TPV, collaboration between our team, brands and retailers ensures programs are cost e� cient with nothing lost in activation.

EXECUTION: Maximize your investment…� e pace of change continues to accelerate. Retail can’t sit still. To maximize your investment, retail programs should be executed with forward thinking in mind. Anticipate where the market is going and build in � exibility to your program to accommodate updates, new technology and program elements. It’s how we deliver superior cost control.

DISCOVERY: Get the right information…We ask the right questions � rst and do our homework. Understanding the factors which a� ect decision-making creates a foundation of knowledge and opportunities. Assessments, audits and research deliver insights and strategy creating road map for better design and seamless execution.

EVALUATION: Measure, learn & apply… Testing in operating retail locations is the best possible way to gauge e� ectiveness. Real-time, real world observation is data you can count on to identify both successes and challenges. It’s relatively easy to see how small changes a� ect shopper behavior. Ultimately, evaluation delivers information to inform the next stage of program evolution by identifying elements that contribute to ROI, and those which aren’t worth the investment.

STRATEGIC PARTNERS• Curb Crowser• Huen• GfK• Shopper Intelligence

� e Carlson Group focuses on incubating, building, executing and sustaining smart retail programs that deliver value across consumer and shopper retail experiences.

LOCATIONS• Chicago• Los Angeles• Portland• Shanghai• Porto Alegre

AT-A-GLANCE

TCG_2014_v8.indd 1 1/8/14 3:38 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:46 PM

Advertisement

RETAIL HAS CHANGED. THE VALUE OF SMART

THINKING HASN’T.At The Carlson Group, we engage two critical capabilities needed to create truly successful retail programs that generate strong ROI:

» Expertise in gathering the right information to inform strategy

» Experience in translating strategy into design and implementation

It’s a comprehensive view that maximizes your investment. We call this process Total Program Value.™ Call us today at

630.613.5000 to learn how you can put it to work for your brand.

WWW.CARSLONGROUPINC.COM

CHICAGO » LOS ANGELES » PORTLAND » SHANGHAI » PORTO ALEGRE

Download our new whitepaper

“Consumer & Shopper Insights”located in our whitepaper library

at www.carlsongroupinc.com

TCG_POPGuide_Ad_Feb2014.indd 1 1/9/14 10:44 AMUntitled-9 1 1/9/14 4:47 PM


CAPABILITIESWith over 20 years experience in producing some of the most e� ective and successful point of purchase displays for some of the world’s largest brands, Design Phase is committed to providing clients with a complete program to bring awareness to their brands and increase sales at the point of purchase.

E� ectively managing the program from concept to delivery begins with a clear understanding of the projects objectives. � is includes incorporating consumer habits, innovative design, integrating the latest technology, e� ective prototyping, quality engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and delivery.

Design Phase works closely with major big box retailers to help their clients customize their programs to � t the environment and assist in selling the program through. � eir long-standing relationships with some of the world’s largest and most visible brands is at the core of their success. Design Phase takes pride in the ability to partner with companies, build relationships, and produce some of the most innovative point of purchase programs.

WHAT WE DO

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Design – � e nucleus of the

company, Design Phase incorpo-rates every detail in the display program including the visual appeal, latest technology, lighting, serviceability, and the client’s business objectives.

• Engineering – Working closely with the design team, the process is continued through the engineering phase where 3D CAD modeling and integration of components, technology, and materials are applied to the development of a prototype for review before � nal production.

• Manufacturing – Investing in new technology and equipment allows Design Phase to manufacture to the exact speci� cations ensuring the vision of the initial concept.

• International – Specializing in global branding, Design Phase has experience in creating and manu-facturing displays for international markets. In addition to the US operations, their European and Asian o� ces are able to create a consistent worldwide brand message.

www.DPHASE.com

MAJOR CLIENTS• LG Electronics • Intel • Microso� • 3M • Warner Brothers

• Disney • MTV • Hasbro• Topco • Bose

Design Phase Inc. is a leading design and manufacturer of innovative point-of-purchase displays with a focus on engaging customers and increasing sales for their clients.

AT-A-GLANCE

Design Phase launches Worldwide XBOX ONE PrograMDesign Phase was commissioned to design and manufacture the interactive Kiosk for the worldwide Microso� Xbox One launch with the production of 11,000 units for 21 countries on 5 continents. � e program included distribution in all big box retailers including Toy’s R Us, Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Target, and Game Stop.

� e objective of the program was to engage the customer at the retail level visually, with a consistent brand message, and a truly interactive experience. Six di� erent versions were produced to meet various retail speci� cations. All of the versions were manufactured with the same componentry to keep a consistent look and cost savings. Material was carefully chosen to re� ect a contemporary design including abrasion resistant acrylic, polycarbonate injection molding, and carefully placed illuminated LED lighting.

Central to the design was incorporating the Xbox One product features, color and design geometrically into the display. � is provided a consistent branding message and supported the product as the primary focus and the display kiosk as a � uid extension of the brand.

With the inclusion of LED lighting, clear polycarbonate, AR acrylic, and a simpli� ed state of the art design, the kiosk dominated awareness in the retailers’ electronic sections. Key games were o� ered on an interchangeable magnetic graphics providing hit game title exposure. Serviceability included a base drawer o� ering easy access to the console, rear door panel allowing for component access, and wheels for easy moving.

With the changing landscape of the retail environment, the continued application of innovative technology and lighting, and consumers desire to experience products, Design Phase was able to incorporate these important factors in supporting the very successful world wide launch of Microso� ’s Xbox One.

PHILOSOPHYAt the core of Design Phase’s culture is the importance of collaboration from the initial design concepts, through the engineering process, manu-facturing, and production stages. � is requires an environment where e� ective communication, ideas and understanding provide the foundation for producing innovative and superior point of purchase displays.

Design Phase also understands that in order to produce an e� ective display, an understanding of the consumer engagement is at the center of their program. Today’s consumer are looking for a “shopping expe-rience” that is fun, informative and engaging.

CONTACTKatie McKillip, Account [email protected]

You have been an amazing partner throughout the entire process. Together, we dramatically evolved the presentation of the Xbox category and are about to launch one of the greatest products ever within the electronics industry.

– Jason, Microso� Xbox

TESTIMONIAL

POPAI Display of the Year Awards

DesignPhase_2014_v4.indd 1 1/8/14 3:36 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:31 PM

Advertisement

C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K

Dphase_Ad_Shoppers-Guide_February2014.pdf 1 12/30/13 11:39 AM

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:38 PM


Excel Displays & Packaging is an independent producer of temporary POP displays, in-store signage, and graphic retail packaging with an integrated business model. Owning two corrugators allows Excel to bring innovative paper options to our customers that enhance their in-store promotions. Our direct printing capabilities are second to none and by having an in-house ink kitchen we consistently color-match on every order. Internal label mounting up to the largest commercially printed label brings � exibility to incorporate multiple image types into the display or package. It all starts with our design support teams in Chicago and Bentonville and ends with delivery of your displays from our ful� llment partners. From concept to the retail � oor, Excel will manage and control your project through the entire process.

WHAT WE DO

CONTACTMike Sikora VP, Graphics/Shopper [email protected]

www.XLPOP.com

CAPABILITIES

If You Have Issues, We Have TissuesDisplays not durable to withstand the retail environment? Assembly too complicated for retail execution so it doesn’t make the � oor? Colormatch far from anything you see on your display? Then let Excel’s tissues (aka speed, design, production, market understanding, and in-novation) take care of your issues.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• In-House Structural & Graphic

Design in Chicago & Bentonville• Direct to Substrate Printing Up to 6

Colors with 4 Color Process Capabilities• In-House Ink Blending Assures

Accuracy in Color Matching• Large Format Label Mounting• Rotary & Flatbed Die Cutting• Bentonville, AR Sales & Design

Center Supporting Vendors � at Supply Wal-Mart & Sam’s Club

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Mass Merchants/Super Centers

• Club Stores

• Big Box Retailers

• DIY Retailers

• Food & Drug

• Automotive A� ermarket

• Toy, Electronic, Sporting Goods & Specialty Retailers

AT-A-GLANCE

Excel designs and produces graphic retail packaging, POP displays, and in-store signage. Our products support many major CPG providersand appear in all national retail channels. Our corrugators, designers,innovative products, and convertingequipment ensure the best solution every time.

WHO WE AREWe are an independent corrugatorwith operations throughout the Midwest. Speed & innovation make us unique. Our ability to design in Chicago or Bentonville, 24-hour corrugator operations with unique board grades, and world-class converting operations ensure we exceed your expectations every time.

FOUNDED 1989

Our customers tell us that Excel is consistently di� erent from other suppliers in our industry. � e di� erence begins with our speed-to-market mentality. We understand the short time frames retailers allow for programs to hit the � oor. In support of this, Excel consistently delivers � nished programs faster than any other supplier in the market. With this support behind your program, there is no longer a need to pass on an opportunity due to being unable to get the display on time. As a privately held company, Excel is not encumbered with bureaucracy, only the desire to provide you the best solution for your opportunity. Outstanding

design, unique paper choices, dynamic graphic production, ful� llment and assembly all under one roof and delivered faster than anyone else in the industry…that’s what sets Excel apart!

WHAT SETS US APART

Excel_2014_v1.indd 1 1/8/14 2:59 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:33 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-3 1 1/3/14 4:47 PM


www.frankmayer.com

AT-A-GLANCE

YEAR FOUNDED 1931

CONTACT

WHAT WE DOFrank Mayer and Associates, Inc. completes in-store merchandising programs with unsurpassed creativity and service that designs, estimates, engineers and produces displays and kiosks for every store environment.

Our in-house resources include design, engineering, production art, prototyp-ing, assembly, distribution/logistics and customer service. We provide an environment of tightly integrated resources for complete program management from initial creative through store delivery that allows us to be � exible to program demands.

Who We Are

Case Study: SoloHealth Station®

Built on a strong foundation, Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. started out as a one-man sign painting company which evolved into an innovative screen printing operation. � roughout the years, we have embraced transforming design concepts and ideas into reality within the in-store merchandising and interactive industry.

Today, Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. is a leader in in-store merchandising and is recognized in the point-of-purchase industry for the company’s ability to meet and exceed clients’ expectations.

“In an ever changing marketplace, we are the constant that provides you with a creative, responsive and thorough approach to every in-store merchandising or interactive kiosk program. Our mission is to create an environment which focuses on turning targeted in-store merchandising initiatives into guaranteed results.”

- Mike Mayer, President

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

David Anzia, Senior VP of [email protected]

Follow us on Twitter: @FMAretail

� e SoloHealth® Station is an interactive, self-service health-screening kiosk that empowers consumers with free and convenient access to healthcare tests. To date, the kiosk has surpassed 40 million user engagements, averaging almost 130,000 users per day. SoloHealth Stations are currently located in more than 3,500 retail locations across the nation with users spending approximately 4.5 minutes per session.

� e SoloHealth Station® provides:

• Weight and body mass index• Blood pressure test• Vision screening• Health risk assessment• Digital signage opportunities for retailers and advertisers

“Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. has been a great partner that has played a key role in SoloHealth’s tremendous success. � ey are professional, e� cient, thorough and provide value to businesses needing

branded, creative design and manufacturing capabilities.”

- Eric Hoell, SVP Operations & Product Development, SoloHealth

• Project Management• Creative Design• Estimating• Engineering• Prototypes• Production

KEY EXECUTIVESMike Mayer, President/COO

Bill Miazga, Executive VP of Operations

Joseph Holley, VP of New Business Development

Ronald Bowers, Senior VP of Business Development

EXPERTISE

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Automotive• Home Centers• Retail• Electronics• Sporting

Goods

• Grocery• Convenience

Stores• Toy Industry• Healthcare

Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. combines quality design, produc-tion, and distribution to create each point-of-purchase display and interactive kiosk solution. We are responsive to our client’s marketing objectives and transform creative ideas into practical solutions for a variety of retail store environments.

CAPABILITIES

We o� er the following in-store merchandising programs:

• Point-of-Purchase Displays

• Retail Store Fixtures

• Merchandising Displays

• Digital Signage

• Store Layout and Fixture Design

• Interactive Kiosks

Our kiosk capabilities include:

• Custom design and industrial engineering• Experienced consulting to meet hardware

and so� ware needs• Production prototyping• Quality-driven production, integration, and

ful� llment• Component testing before distribution

www.frankmayer.com

Frank_Mayer_2014_v2.indd 1 1/8/14 2:51 PMUntitled-2 1 1/10/14 1:51 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-3 1 1/3/14 4:13 PM


DESIGN • MANUFACTURING • DISTRIBUTION • FULFILLMENTAt Franklin, you’ll have access to a team of highly skilled and dedicated people who bring creativity, energy and momentum to your project. We have the know-how to attract consumers at the point of sale and drive results. Yet, we’re much more than just a “front end” design shop. We have the latest manufacturing technology in our expansive plant to build your display. � is allows us to work in line with engineering and production throughout every step — insuring consistent quality. No matter what quantity you require, Franklin has the capacity to deliver.

FOUNDED 1978

WHAT WE DOCreate and manufacture displays that consider the retailer, the brand, and the shopper. Work as an extension of your team to provide custom solutions.Guide you in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and distribution of your project.

CONTACTFranklin Display Group910 E. Lincoln Ave. Belvidere, IL 61008

Andy McMannis [email protected]

Dave Mutert [email protected]

www.FRANKLINDISPLAY.com

PRODUCT, PEOPLE AND PROCESSIn the display industry, it’s not just the � nal result that matters. How you “get there” is just as important. You want a partner that is a pleasure to work with, who appreciates opportunities, puts your best interest � rst, works within deadlines and budgets, and delivers on promises. At Franklin, our people and process combine to form exceptional and long-term working relationships with our clients.

QUALITY WORK • FAIR PRICE • SMART SOLUTIONSHonest work for a fair price is what we’re about. You need a resource you can rely on and trust. � at’s why countless brands have counted on Franklin for over 35 years. We build on your knowledge — bringing perspective, fresh ideas and smart solutions that take your projects competitively forward.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Beverage• Food• Beer, Wine & Spirits• Gi� s and Services• Apparel • Sports & Recreation• Tools and Hardware• Newspaper

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• In-House Design & Engineering• In-House Prototyping• In-House Custom Manufacturing• In-House Powder Coating, Assembly,

Packaging & Warehousing• Global Sourcing• Expert Service in Transportation

And Logistics

AT-A-GLANCE

WHO WE AREFounded by Don Mutert, Sr., whose vision for Franklin was based on core values and ethics: Honesty, trust, and being helpful.

Don believed that if you treat your employees with care, fairness, and compassion, your clients will ultimately experience the same.

Franklin_2014_v5.indd 1 1/8/14 2:48 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:33 PM

Advertisement

Not every display

company builds

displays.

We do.

For more than 35 years, Franklin Display has been building innovative

and cost effective display solutions that premier brands demand.

Displays that are immediately noticed, leverage the marketing strategy,

maximize real estate and ultimately increase sales.

In an industry where others claim to do everything well, we know what

we do best: Combine creative design with the manufacturing resources

and capacity to deliver.

Give us a call. 815.544.6676 We’re ready to get to work.

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:36 PM


CONTACTPat Graf, VP Sales [email protected]

www.GREATNORTHERNCORP.com

TURNKEY SOLUTIONSAt Great Northern, we o� er single source solutions with a high level of expertise in creative development,engineering, printing, manufacturing, assembly, co-packing, inventory management and distribution – providing full service capabilities to execute a complete market roll-out for all major retail channels. We create innovative solutions based on extensive retail knowl-edge using the latest technological advances to deliver precisely what will work in store. Our ability to balance your need for creativity with cost-e� ectiveness ensures that the result will � t seamlessly into the retail environ-ment and provide sales li� for your brand.

Whether it’s through supply chain reduction or ensur-ing proper materials and engineering, we design with activation in mind to help minimize transaction costs and maximize product merchandising.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Insights Driven Creative

Development• Award Winning Graphic &

Structural Design• Prototyping & Test Runs• Full Service Project Management• In House Manufacturing• Turnkey Services: Assembly,

Co-Packing, & Logistics Support

WHO WE AREGreat Northern is a world-class designer, manufacturer and service provider of in-store displays and consumer packaging focused on delivering creative solutions to get your product to market quickly and cost-e� ectively with aisle-stopping impact and supply chain performance.

AT-A-GLANCE

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Food• Beverage• Consumer

Electronics• O� ce Products

• Personal Care• Entertainment• Home & Garden• Snack Products• Retail

KEY EXECUTIVES

Mike Schliesmann, Sr VP, Business Unit Manager

Pat Graf, VP, Sales Development

FOUNDED 1962

FROM INSIGHTS TO ACTIVATIONCustomers have the � exibility to engage us at any step in the process. In today’s rapidly changing retail environment, being able to execute when opportu-nity presents itself can be the di� erence in helping to secure more in-store presence. At Great Northern, we realize that you can’t always forecast when those

opportunities may come. So as a supplier, we focus on two attributes that will allow our customers to move quickly and con� dently to take advantage of those situations. First, it’s speed-to-market. By hav-ing the experience on sta� to know what creative and structural approach works best in a given retail channel, we can get the process moving quickly and in the right direction. � en, by having a multitude of printing, manufacturing and ful� llment options in-house, we can ensure that delivery requirements are met without sacri� cing brand image or retail presence.

KEYS TO SUCCESS� e more steps in the process Great Northern provides, the better speed to market becomes, the tighter quality control costs are, the more overallprogram cost savings become available. Let an experienced team of over 50 designers and engi-neers, who are expertly skilled in concept develop-ment and in-store execution, provide a creative and functional solution in the timeframe needed to take advantage of your market opportunities.

Great Northern

MAJOR CLIENTS• 3M• SC Johnson• Pepsico• Logitech

• Nintendo• Mattel• Nestlé Waters• Hershey’s

GreatNorthern_2014_v1.indd 1 1/8/14 3:02 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:34 PM

Advertisement

wh ere ins ights and market ing intersect

instore

greatnortherncorp.com 800.558.4711

Contact us todayi to start the process.

we have the knowledge,

expertise, and with our award

winning creative and cost

effective turnkey solutions,

it’s all focused on one thing—

helping you sell more product.

Untitled-1 1 12/2/13 9:44 PM


CONTACTJe� CraigVice President, Sales708.594.3100

www.IDEALPOP.com

CAPABILITIESWe like to say we have the best of both worlds – all the design know-how and creativity of an agency, backed by the muscle of our extensive on-site manufacturing facility. Flat out, we produce great displays and our designers are the best in the business. We ask the right questions, work within your budget and brand, and deliver ideas that set your prod-uct apart from the competition. We � gure out how to get it done. From simple to impossible, our structural engineers are the best at turning creative vision into proven retail success. Our customers know that we “get it” and that’s why they trust us. Our knowledge and expertise becomes your competitive edge.

Our manufacturing plant has all the cool tools to build it with the latest state-of-the-art equipment and a team of ex-perts with an eye for detail to make sure things go smoothly. We are focused on continuing to produce top-tier quality products e� ciently and safely. We don’t worry about beingbigger – we know it’s far more important to be better. What’s better than that?

EXPERTISE• Brand Masters• Making It Happen• Retail Mavens• Construction Nerds

WHO WE AREWe’re Ideal.

We started out in Chicago – a little storefront on the southwest side where we made wooden shipping boxes. Today, we are a creative and techno-logical leader in retail merchandising. We have locations across the country, but our corporate headquarters remain in Chicago – and we still make boxes if you need them.

AT-A-GLANCE

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Food & Beverage• Consumer Electronics• Home Entertainment• Health & Beauty• Pharmaceutical• Confectionary

MAJOR CLIENTSTOP SECRET

(But we’re happy to tell you if you call and ask nicely)

PHILOSOPHYA� er 85 years, we’re still independent, and we’re still family. We say we care, but more importantly, we do care. � at each person matters to us, is re� ected in the work we do. We are proud of that. Its’ unusual, it’s di� erent and it’s low tech, but in the end, our people power the business.

What’s more, we back up our talk with action. Over the past few years we’ve made signi� cant investments in new equipmentand the best talent in the industry to make sure we always exceed our customer’s expectations.

WHAT MAKES IDEAL DIFFERENTOur con� dence that our talents can help you overcomeyour retail challenges and get your product the attention it deserves. We have great ideas and know how to execute them � awlessly.

Our entrepreneurial spirit and forward-thinking strategy sets us apart from the competition.

Independent, Innovative, In touch. � at’s Ideal.

Ideal_2014_v2.indd 1 1/8/14 3:06 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:35 PM

Advertisement

BLEED 10.6875”

TRIM 10.4375”

LIVE AREA 9.6875”

BLEED 14.5”

TRIM

14.25”

LIVE AREA 13.5”

Untitled-3 1 1/9/14 12:33 PM


CONTACTChris Cummings [email protected]

www.INNOMARKCOM.com

CASE STUDY: PROCTER & GAMBLE — Pet Care Vet & Breeder KitBackground: P&G’s kit program leverages the in� uence breed-ers and veterinarians have with pet owners to promote P&G brand pet foods (Iams and Eukanuba). � e kits, which are distributed to pet owners by vets and breeders, provide information on pet train-ing, veterinary care, and nutrition. P&G originally ran the program through multiple vendors, each of which handled di� erent functions such as design, printing and ful� llment.

Objective: � e program’s success hinges on the willingness of breed-ers and vets to distribute the kits. Initial results were lackluster due to low distribution. In addition, the kits needed more perceived value and durability to motivate pet owners to retain them. P&G required a solution to add value and structural integrity to the packaging without increasing the budget.

Solution: We introduced variable data printing to personalize each kit with the vet or breeder’s logo and contact information. Adding this marketing opportunity motivated vets and breeders to distrib-

ute kits. � e puppy kits contained a small booklet on caring for the dog, a high value coupon for Iams or Eukanuba pet food, a toy, and a puppy training CD. A 2D bar code on the outside of the kit directs the consumer to an informative P&G website through use of a smart phone. Branded graphics, storage casing, a handle, and an o� er window gave the kits a premium look. � e project gained e� ciency because Inno-Mark handled everything from design through shipping and inventory management. Innomark’s OptiFlex™ printing solution added value through inline backside printing and die cutting while decreasing costs and providing more � exibility in order quantities.

Results: Orders spiked immediately a� er the personalized kits were introduced. � e vet clinics and breeders appreciate the loyalty bene� t of providing pet owners with a kit that has their logo and phone number on the outside. � e program has since grown to include specialty pet shops.

Services: Structural design, printing, fabrication, ful� llment, inventory management.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Creative Design

(structural & graphic)• Graphic Reproduction

(lithographic, digital, screen)• Temporary & Permanent Displays• Permanent Store Décor • Specialty Packaging• Shopping Bags

WHO WE AREInnoMark Communications is a premier provider of visual merchandis-ing solutions and specialty packaging. We o� er a fully integrated solution for creative design, production, and ful� llment of in-store marketing materials. Our unique combination of talent, expertise, and in-house capabilities guarantees exceptional design, quick turn and delivery, and high quality at the best possible value.

AT-A-GLANCE

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Specialty Retail • Consumer Packaged Goods • Consumer Electronics • Mobile/Wireless Service Providers • Cosmetics • Pharmaceutical • Wine & Spirits • Snacks & Beverage • Quick Service Restaurants

WHAT WE DOInnoMark partners with Retailers and CPG Companies to produce in-store marketing that drives tra� c, inspires shoppers, generates sales, and ultimately builds brands.

FOUNDED 1991

WHAT’S NEWInnomark Permanent Décor is just another Customermotivated addition to the Innomark Permanent Group’s Menu of Services. Décor became a natural adjunct to the tremendous investment in Digital Printing Equipment. � e acquisition of talented décor experts introduced the discipline and processes necessary to deliver dynamic branding décor packages.

Recent years brought the opportunity to develop décor programs for a variety of retail environments, including fragrance, home décor, grocery, automo-tive, and more. Project size and complexity varies from a single Luxury Fragrance Bar execution to a complete roll-out of 100 stores for a well-known furniture design center.

Innomark’s experienced team of store décor experts is equipped to engineer and provide a wide vari-ety of program elements including custom printed wallpapers, 3D department signage, way-� nding signage, checkout signage, and more.

Untitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:38 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:29 PM


www.KINTER.com

AT-A-GLANCE

YEAR FOUNDED 1980

CONTACT

WHAT WE DOWe supply high quality metal & plastic fasteners and hanging hardware items for the Point of Purchase (P.O.P.) sign and display industries.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

OUR HISTORY

� e following four tenets have been instrumental to the growth and success of our business:• Treat people well — Values like kindness, decency and respect may not sound like Harvard Business

strategy but they work well for us. � at’s why many of our team members and customers have been with us for over 20 years. We believe that by making people feel valued, we give them a reason to talk about Kinter in a positive light. And that’s great advertising!

• Anticipate customer needs — We have a knack for knowing what’s next in retail display. So when customers call about “that thing” they might have seen or heard about in a magazine, at a conference or from a colleague, we almost always have it in our warehouse - ready for overnight delivery.

• Be the easy choice — We do everything we can to make it easy for our customers to say “Just call Kinter.” We stock over 10,000 di� erent high quality products. We keep prices low. We o� er same day shipping on most orders. We o� er extensive secondary operations to accommodate the full spectrum of customer needs. And we take extra care to ensure the accuracy of every order - to get it right the � rst time.

• Do whatever it takes — Kinter is and always will be a hands-on operation. Everyone does whatever needs to be done in order to ensure that our customers get what they need to succeed.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Matt White, VP, Sales and [email protected]

Kinter started small. Very small. In 1980, founders John and Barbara White started selling fasteners (out of their garage in Royal Oak, Michigan) to the automotive industry. Business � ourished. � e White’s, Chicago natives, moved the company back to Chicago in 1982.� e White’s entered into the P.O.P. industry by sellingfasteners to permanent display companies. � eir clients appreciated the service, in addition to the com-petitive pricing. � ey started asking Kinter to provide temporary hardware such as extruded products, cable, injection molded parts and more.Since 1980, Kinter has continuously expanded – mov-ing � ve times, each time into larger facilities to accom-modate ever growing inventory levels.

In 2012, Kinter moved into a brand new 84,000 sq. � . state-of-the-art-facility located in Waukegan, Illinois, where the business is headquartered today. Kinter has the space, the infrastructure – and most importantly, the people – to accelerate growth and solidify its posi-tion as one of the industry’s leading suppliers.Today, out of John and Barbara White’s nine children,seven are in the business with a plan to keep it grow-ing for the third generation to come.Our goal is to ensure that every generation has the same values, and continues the same tradition of excellent customer service, that John and Barbara White started from their garage almost 34 years ago.

• We stock over 10,000 of the latest retail display solutions, which equates to millions of pieces that are ready to ship same day for next day delivery.

• We custom design and manufacturea wide variety of retail display products.

• We o� er several in house manu-facturing capabilities such as plastic extruding, injection molding and more.

• We provide secondary operations, including high-speed poly-bagging,boxing, and labeling; cable and chain cutting, spooling, and assembly; hook and loop cutting and mating; and plastic extrusion cutting and angled mitering.

• We live our business, so no matter what time of day you call, we’ll do our very best to ship what you need that very day.

Founded in 1980, Kinter is an industry leading direct mill manufacturer and importer of high quality metal & plastic fasteners and hanging hardware items for the Point of Purchase (P.O.P.) sign and display industries.

Our extensive inventory of retail display products fall into six categories: Ceiling Systems and Accessories, Cable & Chain, Info Strips & Product Merchandis-ing, Sign & Literature Holders, Display Construction, and Rings & Binder Posts.

Our customer base includes P.O.P. wholesalers and end users all over the world. We strive to be the easy choice for every retail display product need.

We keep our warehouse stocked with over 10,000 of the latest retail display products. � at equates to

millions of pieces that are in stock and ready to ship same day for next day delivery. Our motto is “We have it here today, so you can have it there tomorrow.”

We are constantly hunting for and evaluating trends in retail

display, and stocking the products that customers will need today and tomorrow. We place a major emphasis on keeping prices low. Our volume purchasing power and direct manufac-turing enables us to maintain extremely competitive pricing across all product lines. For highly specialized product needs, we o� er custom design and manufacturing services. We can quickly design and manufacture just about any product to any speci� cation. We also o� er a range of in-house secondary services, including plastic extruding and injection molding, high speed poly-bagging, boxing, and labeling; cable and chain cutting, spooling, and assembly; hook and loop cutting and mating; and custom cut/miter cut of stock pro� les.

OUR Profile

KEY EXECUTIVESJohn White, CEOPaul White, PresidentMatt White, Vice President, Sales and Marketing

INDUSTRIES SERVEDWe serve small, medium and large retailers all over the world. We also supply to wholesalers, designers and other service providers who work in the P.O.P./retail display industry.

Kinter_2014_v2.indd 1 1/8/14 3:48 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:39 PM

Advertisement

VERY KINTERESTING

OVER 10K DIFFERENT RETAILDISPLAY PRODUCTS IN STOCK.

ORDER IT TODAY. IT’LL BE THERE TOMORROW.

KINTER.COM 800.323.2389

C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K

Untitled-1 1 11/28/13 5:18 PM


Menasha provides the entire breadth of products and services required to execute any merchandising program. We take the complexity out of planning, designing, ful� lling and distributing your promotions; resulting in the right design, at the right time, in the right space.

Menasha works with the world’s leading retailers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies to deliver the greatest measurable value across the entire integrated merchandising supply chain. Menasha’s unique ability to blend and deliver the lowest total landed cost, greatest speed to market, and innovation enables its customers to reduce costs and increase revenue.

WHAT WE DO

CONTACTDennis Bonn, VP, Marketing [email protected]

www.MENASHAPACKAGING.com

Turnkey Solutions

Market LeaderMenasha is a family-owned business that has shown a remarkable capacity to evolve for more than 160 years by adapting to the needs of its customers without losing focus.

As the market leader in the in-store merchandising industry, Menasha combines an unwavering commitment to client service and an unmatched understanding of the retail sector with a proven methodology for developing innovative, e� cient and sustainable o� erings to meet clients’ speci� c goals.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Retail & Category Insights• Merchandising Program Strategy

& Planning Tools• Design, Engineering, & Manufacturing• Contract Packaging, Assembly,

Ful� llment & Distribution• Temporary, Semi-Perm &

Permanent Displays• High Impact Graphic Packaging

EXPERTISEMenasha integrates the merchandising strategies of retailers and CPGs with its best resources to produce value, return on investment and velocity throughout the merchandising supply chain. � is expertise was the underlying principle for developing the company’s Retail Integration (RII) Group.

AT-A-GLANCE

Menasha collaborates with the world’s leading retailers and con-sumer packaged goods companies to deliver the greatest measurable value across the entire integrated merchandising supply chain.

WHO WE AREMenasha is the nation’s largest inde-pendent, retail-focused packaging and merchandising solutions provider with a network of design centers, manu-facturing plants, contract packaging, and pack-out and ful� llment service centers. We simplify your promotional programs by being the single source for all your merchandising solutions.

FOUNDED 1849

KEY EXECUTIVESMike Waite, PresidentJe� Krepline, VP, RII & National SalesMike Riegsecker, Group VPAnnette Groenink, Group VP

Menasha provides enhanced products and services as “one-stop shopping” for customers.

� e company prides itself on its commitment to marry the needs of BOTH retailers and CPGs. Menasha’s on-site or preferred vendor status at channel-leading retail partners results in intellectual property not known in the general marketplace and is leveraged to directly bene� t its customers.

Bridging the Gap between CPGs and Retail

Menasha_2014_v7.indd 1 1/8/14 2:45 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:40 PM

Advertisement

800.232.0473 | menashapackaging.com

Single SourceSolution

MENASHATurnkey merchandising solutions that deliver results.

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:31 PM


OUR PHILOSOPHYWith each and every engagement provide our clients with “� e Meyers Experience” …easy, responsive, honest, � exible, accountable, and fun.

WHAT WE DO

KEY EXECUTIVESFred Silloway, PresidentChris Bixler, VP of Sales and New Business DevelopmentChristopher Dillon,VP of Operations

CONTACTChris Bixler, VP of Sales, New Business Development, [email protected]

www.MEYERS.com

Award Winning Design & Project ExecutionMeyers unique design solutions and innovative project execution has earned hundreds of Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) POPAI awards and Design of the Times (DOT) P2PI awards, including the Platinum and prestigious Display of the Year.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT• Award Winning Design – Innovative, creative, problem-solving / solutions centered.

• Speed to Market – Faster…faster…faster!

• Delivery of Complex Solutions – Ability to make complex look easy.

• Concept-to-Rollout Cycle – More control and agility due to seamless in-house integration of the entire process.

• Expertise – Clients want to work with experienced partners.

• Innovative Solutions – We are well known as much for how we think, as for what we provide.

• Retail Brand Credibility – We’ve seen what works and what doesn’t.

• Personal Touch – Our approach allows us to be more personal with our clients.

• Industry Leading Continuous Improvement Program – We hate defects!

• ISO Certifi cation – Focused on quality products and services.

• Lean Manufacturing / Lean Workfl ow Leadership – Technology driven to reduce cost and time.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Specialty Retailers• Department

Stores• Mass Merchandisers• Big Box• Quick Serve &

Casual Dining• Banking• Telecomm

• Technology• Consumer

Products • Beverage• Home

Improvement• Automotive• Health & Beauty• Sporting Goods

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Temporary & Permanent Displays• Retail Promotional Signage• Near Field Communication (NFC)

Technology• Creative Design• Print• Prototyping & Engineering• Sourcing & Project Management• Fabrication & Diverse Finishing• Complex Kitting, Ful� llment &

Distribution

AT-A-GLANCE

Meyers delivers innovative tactical shopper marketing solutions for the world’s leading retailers and brand marketers to help them connect emotionally with their customers and drive sales.

WHO WE AREMeyers, the choice of the world’s top brands, is made up of 250 award-winning designers, talented project managers and a dedicated operations sta� . Each and every role is focused on helping our cli-ents win the battle at retail.

� e merchant was thrilled with the execution of the signing at the store level. Every store they’ve been in has executed the signing � awlessly. � anks for all your help and rushing these last minute kits out to the stores!

– Kristi, Mass Merchandiser

I could not be more pleased with the displays! � ey are top-notch quality all around. � anks for pulling these together.

– Gregg, Consumer Product Brand

You’re the best. You guys are making my life so much easier by taking care of everything. � anks again. I’m Meyers’ biggest fan.

– Derek, Discount Retailer

I really do appreciate all the hard work and e� ort Meyers has pumped into Positec projects over the last year. � e designs and engineering are blowing our competitors away and the innovation is cutting edge. Meyers focus on quality and cra� smanship really shows and your attention to detail is amazing. Keep up the great work. Meyers is a valuable partner for Positec and I look forward to our future collaborations. � anks for all the help.

– Bragg, Home Improvement Brand

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

Untitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:42 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:24 PM


Since 1997, we’ve been a leading player in the visual merchandising industry. � e depth and breath of our work characterizes the innovative spirit of our company.

We’re like a boutique agency, nimble and � exible, delivering the detailed attention your project requires. And through our partnership with Ideal, the Chicago-based independent corrugate manufacturer, we have the manufacturing clout to expedite projects while staying cost e� ective. Wetruly deliver the best of both worlds.

CONTACTMatt Weston Craig LutesOriginBurbank, CA818.848.1648OriginPOP.com

www.ORIGINPOP.com

CAPABILITIES

WHAT MAKES ORIGIN DIFFERENTYour product is what’s most important and we never forget that. Our goal is to create an integrated, innovative, and emotionally engaging retail platform that sets you apart from the competition.

Navigating the retail landscape is our specialty. Over the years we have captured key insights that give your in-store marketing a competitive edge. Whether it’s POP Displays, Key Art, Fixtures or Signage, your product gets the retail footprint it deserves.

Origin thrives on innovation and is consistently identifying dynamic marketing solutions that make your product the star.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Temporary Corrugate• Semi-Permanent & Permanent • Mixed Medium Displays• Store-In-Store Design• Retail Expertise & Advice• Up-to-Date Knowledge of Major

Retail Standards

EXPERTISEWhen you work with Origin, you get much more than displays. We deliver a full-service experience—a true partnership. You can count on our team to provide retail insight and consulting to guarantee the most e� ective retail footprint for your brand. Design, construct, deliver, install—we do it all.

AT-A-GLANCE

FOUNDED 1997

PHILOSOPHYYou can never tell where the next great idea will come from, that’s why our slogan is None of us is as smart as all of us. Sounds funny right? But here’s how it works: We foster an environment where everyone’s ideas are welcome and valued. We listen to each other and really consider the input others are willing to give. Little parts of our collective thoughts come together and create something wonderful. When we all work together we create the opportunity of � nding the best solution.

How does that translate to our customers? Well, you can trust that we will be just as critical as you, and that makes your job easier. By the time you see a dra� of your project we’ve already put it through the wringer—already identi� ed ways to make it better. Simply put, you’ve got the strength of our entire company behind your project all the way through.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Home Entertainment • Consumer Electronics• Video Gaming• Apparel• Sports• Automotive & Transportation• Health & Beauty• Wine & Spirits• Wireless Communications• Consumer Packaged Goods

Origin_2014_v7.indd 1 1/8/14 1:29 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:43 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:07 PM


At Rapid Displays, we cut through the visual clutter to create the most outstanding and innovative displays, signage and � xtures in the industry. Our combination of creativity and merchandising expertise allows us take on demanding projects and tight deadlines with con� dence. And since we o� er a complete end-to-end solution, we handle everything from concept to production to � nal delivery and installation.

Put your trust in us for:

Strategy

Meeting and exceeding your creative and � nancial goals with a strategic approach that delivers maximum results.

Design

Optimizing every inch of your display with a design team that brings creativity and industry expertise to everything they do.

Prototyping

Saving you time and money with prototypes that put the best designs to the test.

Logistics: Custom, Accurate and E� cient… Every Time. Rapid Global Logistics – A World Leader in custom kitting and distribution of in-store marketing materials and display programs.

From custom websites to worldwide shipping and distribution services, RGL delivers seamless execution to manage your packing, shipping and tracking o� all types of in-store POS, premiums and displays on time and on budget.

Execution

Customizing merchandising solutions with an in-house team of designers, engineers and production managers dedicated to bringing you worry-free manufacturing and delivery.

WHAT WE DO

CONTACTPeter Kornhaber, West [email protected] 800.887.2743

Alan Foshay, Midwest/[email protected] 773.569.7400

www.RAPIDDISPLAYS.com

Design is Everything

Creativity in FocusWe believe making great displays is about more than just using the latest technology. It’s also about the people. Focused on creativity, speed and integrity, Rapid employees are dedicated to maintaining the high standards that allow us to meet and exceed client expectations every day.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Temporary Displays• Semi-Permanent Displays• Permanent Displays• Interactive• Rapid Prototyping• Logistics

EXPERTISETo fully understand your brand and your customers, Rapid’s team goes deep to meet your temporary and long-term promotional needs as well as designing cool interactive displays. All so you can connect with customers and keep them coming back for more.

AT-A-GLANCE

At Rapid, we design and produce award-winning displays that showcase your brand at its best. From the design concept to prototyping to logistics, we deliver customized, end-to-end solutions that stand out while keeping your budget and timing on track.

FOUNDED 1938

Understanding Your BrandWhen it comes to putting the industry’s most creative solutions on display we don’t just make promises, we deliver. Staying true to our word, we bring designs to life with speed and con� dence that comes making sure your stores always get what they need precisely when they need it . By making it our business to fully understand yours, we bring you creative solutions that help your brand stand out in the retail environment. From temporary to long-term promotional needs and interactive displays we create customer experiences that keep them coming back for more.

With more OMA awards in the last 14 years than anyone else in the industry. 359 of them to be exact, Rapid continues to lead the way with t outstanding displays.

WHO WE ARESince 1938, Rapid Displays has led the way in creative retail merchandising solutions. From permanent to semi-permanent to temporary and interac-tive displays, our team of designers, manufacturers and logistics coordi-nators continues to meet and exceed client expectations every day.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Quick Service

Restaurants

• Consumer Package Goods

• Apparel

• Sporting Goods

• Consumer Electronics

• Cosmetics• Spirits• Toys• Mass Market &

Specialty Retailers

Rapid_2014_v1.indd 1 1/8/14 3:46 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:43 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:00 PM


MORE IN STORE. LESS OUT-OF-POCKET.®

We o� er more bang for your merchandising budget. As the leading point of purchase display company in the U.S., we continually invest in our services, equipment and capabilities to deliver better insights, more innovation and greater e� ciencies than anybody else.

Few companies in our industry can provide you with our scope of service including design, manufacturing, co-packing, ful� llment and distribution of both promotional and permanent merchandising programs.

FOUNDED 1991

KEY EXECUTIVESCraig Gunckel, Executive VP and General Manager

Timothy Sullivan, Sr. VP, Sales & Marketing

John Cochran, Senior VP, Sales

Jon Kramer, VP, Marketing

CONTACTKathy Mc [email protected]

5900 Grassy Creek Blvd.Winston-Salem, NC 27105www.rocktenndisplays.com855.229.2163

www.ROCKTENNDISPLAYS.com

ACKNOWLEDGED LEADER IN INNOVATIVE CREATIVEWinner of more 2013 Design of the Times and OMA awards than any other company.

THE ROAD TO RETAILWhile your shopper is following the path to purchase, you need to be navigating the road to retail. So that when she gets to the store, there you are. Waiting. With merchandising that turns shoppers into stoppers. And browsers into buyers.

We can help you navigate the road to retail. By translating insight into strategy, strategy into creativity, creativity into innovation, and innovation into real-world execution.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Major Consumer Product and

Service Companies• Leading Retailers

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Promotional & Permanent Displays

• Packaging

• Retail Insights

• Design & Engineering

• Manufacturing

• Contract Packaging, Assembly, Ful� llment & Distribution

• Sustainable Solutions

• In-Store Innovation

• Global Merchandising Solutions

• RockTenn Merchandising University

AT-A-GLANCE

RockTenn_2014_v4.indd 1 1/8/14 2:38 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:44 PM

Advertisement

To enroll your team, or for further information:

Kathy McGowan-Carnes | 855.229.2163

Henry Hendrix

Director of Shopper Marketing

Henkel Consumer Goods Inc.

“The RockTenn Retail Experience program was a real game changer,especially the simulated shopping activity that immersed our sales and marketing teams into real life in-store challenges. It enabled us to uncover new opportunities for connecting and engaging with the shopper. This program has signif icantly inf luenced our organizational thought process and approach to shopper marketing and retailer-centric in-store merchandising.”

©20

14 R

ock-

Tenn

Sha

red

Ser

vice

s, L

LC, N

orcr

oss,

GA

. All

right

s re

serv

ed.

57424 SM FEB Ad POP Guide RTMU Henry_r2_FINAL.indd 1 12/23/13 1:46 PM


www.SONOCO.com

AT-A-GLANCEIncrease your merchandising appeal at retail

Delivering on the promise

Sonoco Display and Packaging is a global manufacturer that thinks like a sales promotion agency—because our goal is to help consumer packaged goods companies win at retail.

In addition to providing scalable packaging management services, we complete the path to purchase with award-winning shopper solutions, including high-impact promotional packaging and retail displays.

Sonoco Display and Packaging has helped some of the world’s most famous brands make a splash in the highly competitive

retail environment, with eye-catching displays and packaging designed to grab shopper attention, make an immediate emotional connection and, most importantly, close the sale.

OPTIMIZE YOUR PACKAGING SUPPLY CHAIN� e retail marketplace is a moving target, constantly � uctuating and full of complexity. To meet the dynamics of today’s retail environment, our programs are highly scalable according to the speci� c requirements and variables that de� ne the needs of each customer.

We also employ the lean manufacturing techniques developed for our own plants, providing you with the agilityand rapid response needed to take full advantage of retailer opportunities regardless of timeline and scope.

At Sonoco Display and Packaging, we take great pride in our ability to “deliver on the promise,” whether we’re designing high-impact merchandising displays or promotional packaging to make your product stand out at retail, or developing a turnkey supply chain solution to improve your productivity and pro� tability, we take great pride in our ability to deliver on our promise—with superior service, exceptional quality and unmatched innovation.

Home is where our customers areOur display and packaging footprint extends internationally, to Europe, South America and Mexico. We have the resources and capability to follow our customers around the globe—wherever they need a proven partner they can trust to support their growth initiatives.

Our global network of service centers is strategically located near customer manufacturing or distribution centers, reducing unnecessary inventory, eliminatingobsolescence and reducing costs. Leveraging our experience in packaging custom-ization and ful� llment operations, we apply proven execution strategies that focus on quality, repeatability, traceability and � exibility.

Sonoco’s Total Solutions ApproachSonoco’s consumer packaging businesses consist of our Global Rigid Paper and Closures, Global Flexibles, and Global Plastics. Our Display and Packaging division provides high-impact retail displays and packaging supply chain manage-ment. Our industrial businesses manufacture tubes and cores; reels and spoolsfor the wire and cable industry; produce uncoated recycled paperboard globallyfor Sonoco’s � ber-based packaging divisions and external converters; and includes Sonoco Recycling, one of the world’s largest recyclers. Sonoco’s Protective Solutions division produces custom-designed protective, temperature-assurance and retail security packaging solutions and highly engineered components.

As the only packaging company with the products, services and expertise to provide customers with totalpackaging solutions, Sonoco is setting the standard for innovative, consumer-preferred products and seam less, single-source service in the packaging industry.

WHO WE ARE

YEAR FOUNDED 1899

Packaging and o� -shelf displays a� ect every aspect of the supply chain, from sourcing and manu-facturing, through distribution and the retail shopper experience. Sonoco Display and Packaging is a leading provider of scalable supply chain management services and high-impact retail displays and packaging for major packaged goods companies and retailers.

CONTACTJe� Tomaszewski, VP/GMJe� [email protected]

Philippe Erhart, VP, Sales & [email protected]

PRODUCTS & SERVICES• Temporary, Semi-Permanent &

Permanent Custom Merchandising Displays

• Primary, Secondary & Promotional Packaging

• Integrated (Turnkey) Merchandising Supply Chain Management Services

• POS Merchandising Accessories• Creative Graphics, Design,

Engineering & Prototyping Services• Pre-Press & Printing Services

WHAT WE DOSonoco Display and Packaging specializes in optimizing your supply chain with customized programs designed to streamline your packing systems and processes, reduce logistics costs, increase speed to market and enhance the merchandising appeal of your brands at retail.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Automotive• Consumer

Electronics• Health, Beauty

& Fragrances• Home & Garden• O� ce Supplies• OTC Drugs &

Medical

• Packaged Foods, Confectioneries, Snacks, Beverages

• Packaged Household

• Personal Care• Pet Care

Sonoco_2014_v3.indd 1 1/8/14 3:34 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:45 PM

Advertisement

Increase your merchandising appeal at retailFor more than 100 years, Sonoco has taken great pride in our ability to “deliver on the promise.” Whether we’re designing eye-catching displays or creative packaging to help your product stand out, or developing supply-chain solutions to improve productivity and profi tability, Sonoco Display and Packaging is committed to superior service, exceptional quality and unmatched innovation.

Call 201/612-4010 or visit www.sonoco.com/productsandservices/displaypackaging.aspx to learn how we can deliver on our promise to you.

2013 Silver Award

Vaseline Spray & Go Launch Campaign

2013 Bronze Award

Vaseline Spray & Go Launch Counter Display

2013 Gold Award

Vaseline Spray & Go Launch Floorstand

Unilever

Vaseline Spray & Go Launch

Visit us at Booth # 3404March 18-20 • Las Vegas

Delivering on the Promise: Sonoco Display and Packaging

201402 SM Spray&Go Tab Ad.indd 1 1/3/14 5:42 PMUntitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:03 PM


We are committed to our customers’ success by delivering innovative, customized merchandising solutions through our fully-integrated process.

We produce cost e� ective solutions that engage shoppers, stimulate purchases and maximize product placement, while o� ering the simplest execution.

What’s outside the box? Universal.

WHAT WE DO

CONTACTFrancisco De Jesús, President & [email protected]

Joe Battaglia, Executive [email protected]

www.udfc.com

CASE STUDY: REFRESH REFRESH was designed, engineered and manufactured for Frito-Lay by Universal with the objective of delivering a cost-e� ective solution while creating innovation by allowing in-store excitement and brand awareness to be “REFRESHed”.

Understanding our customer’s seasonal, occasion-based marketing programs and operational challenges, Universal’s insights led to a cost-e� ective, fastener-free design solution with large capacity to gain the maximum placements. � is solution utilizes low-cost corrugated thematic kits to REFRESH Frito-Lay’s in-store brand presence for each season and/or calendar event. � e permanent solution increases Frito-Lay’s return on investment by providing relevant, “REFRESHing” marketing materials that ensure its lifespan.

REFRESH is an all-encompassing design that wins at execution, wins for the retailer, and wins for Frito-Lay’s brands and in-market strategies. It provides a simple-to-execute, incremental in-store media space with the capacity to evolve with Frito-Lay’s campaigns.

UNIVERSAL’S CMS PROCESSUniversal develops a Customized Merchandising Solution Process for each customer. We align your merchandising strategy against current marketing insights, market research and our institutional knowledge. Our process enables us to deliver all phases of your merchandising projects:

IDENTIFY – Universal identi� es the market opportunities and diagnoses the situation by aligning your strategy with marketing insights.

RECOMMEND – A dedicated business unit partners with you to propose a speci� c recommendation based on your strategic direction. Our team works collaboratively with you to re� ne the merchandising strategy and establish an execution plan.

DESIGN & ENGINEER – Universal’s seasoned, in-house designers create original concepts or develop ideas from established speci� cations. Engineering teams identify the best materials and determine the most cost e� cient processes.

PROTOTYPE – � e concept becomes reality as the approved design is converted into a full-scale functional prototype, which is evaluated for ease of execution and merchandising e� ectiveness.

PRODUCE – We manufacture in the USA, China & Taiwan. With more than 25 years of Asian manufac-turing experience, Universal has a strategic competitive advantage.

DISTRIBUTE – We are fully versed in all aspects of logistics, resulting in a supply chain with global ship-ping capabilities and e� cient, on-time delivery standards.

INDUSTRIES SERVED• Food & Beverage• Sporting Goods• Flooring• Apparel • Personal &

Health Care • Household

Products

• Automotive • Grocery• Convenience

Stores• Specialty

Retailers• Manufacturers

& Suppliers

TESTIMONIAL“� e ultimate partnership. Universal � exes their business model in response to our fast paced, changing business needs to deliver great innovative solutions. � eir success comes from understanding our retail environments, brands and business constraints to generate the insights to cre-ate impactful designs. � e quality of their design work is unmatched in the industry. Truly a strategic partner!”

Denis Gibney, Director, Merchandising Center of Excellence, Frito-Lay

AT-A-GLANCE

We partner with our customers to design unique, innovative merchandising solutions that build brand awareness, attract shoppers’ attention and deliver winning results at retail.

WHO WE AREUniversal, established in 1962, is a global, custom designer and manu-facturer of semi-permanent and per-manent merchandising displays and retail environment solutions. Head-quartered in Lewisville, TX, with operations in China and Taiwan, Universal has been recognized for its award winning design expertise, talented and experienced team, and longevity of customer relationships.

Universal_2014_v3.indd 1 1/8/14 3:32 PMUntitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:47 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-2 1 1/5/14 9:26 PM


www.WETZELBROTHERS.com

AT-A-GLANCE

YEAR FOUNDED 1885

CONTACT

WHO WE AREWetzel Brothers is a leader in the design, print, manufacture and ful� llment of temporary point-of- purchase displays and retail signage. We have earned a reputation of quality, creativity and consistent delivery of marketing campaigns. Our complete design, printing, � nishing and ful� llment capabilities ensure speed to market.

Capabilities Built for Retail

The Wetzel Advantage

Wetzel Brothers helps national retailers, brands and agencies achieve � awless, store-speci� c retail execu-tion, to get the most out of their sales environments. We o� er our clients a complete selection of promo-tional material solutions — all produced in-house — tailored to meet their speci� c sales performance goals which delivers:

• FASTER Time-To-Market

• REDUCED Waste And Production Expense

• INCREASED Freight Optimization

• ENHANCED Brand Integrity

Our large format digital and UV o� set capabilities deliver print quality, color consistency and cost-ef-fective solutions across multiple substrates while our in-house � nishing, ful� llment and distribution servicesprovide you with unparalleled service and speed to market. Wetzel Brothers helps you succeed by devel-oping custom products and programs that support your growth. � is coupled with a full suite of technol-ogy products delivers a true end-to-end solution for creating, distributing and managing break-through in-store marketing campaigns.

Our national footprint of large o� set and digital presses o� ers you unique opportunities for distribu-tive print models that give you more critical program planning time while reducing distribution costs. Printing, ful� lling and distributing regionally can drive freight savings and improve speed to market.

Our WorkSmart™ Suite is technology that connects you with customers, streamlines processes and organizes marketing assets. Total cost of ownership is reduced with improved control and increased access to information. Adopt the entire suite or choose individual applications to meet speci� c needs.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Cory Spencer, [email protected]

Randy Ho� mann, VP, Sales & Marketingrandy.ho� [email protected]

From insight-driven creative concepts to in-house ful� llment and distribution, Wetzel Brothers has the right tools to provide you true end-to-end solutions. Our turn-key projects result in higher quality, lower costs and improved speed to retail.

• Structural & Graphic Design: Idea generation to structural engineering; our award-winning team is ready to bring life to your in-store promotional vision.

• P.O.P and Retail Signage: Simple shelf talkers to complex displays & marketing campaigns; Wetzel Brother’s industry expertise delivers your project on-time and within budget.

• Specialty Products: Wetzel Brothersis the leading U.S. manufacturer of the patented LAMá pop-up display. Great for both simple messaging or product holding solutions.

• Fulfi llment & Kitting: Custom solutions from sign kits and display ful� llment to inventory pick & pack programs.

• Full Suite of Technology Solutions: Digital asset management to online print management and distribution solutions, Wetzel Brothers’ technology products are part of our end-to end solutionsfor creating, distributing and managing break-through in-store marketing campaigns.

E� ective P.O.P displays and engaging in- store signage continue to be the best way to grow brand awareness and move shoppers to buyers. Wetzel Brothers is the perfect partner to deliver your in-store marketing campaign with concept-based designs that are more dynamic and engaging at retail. Our design team brings your brand’s vision to life through a truly collaborative design process. Our team of highly experienced graphic and structural designers work together with you from initial concept through structural engineering to bring your market-ing campaign to retail. � e result is a strong tradition of award winning in-store marketing programs delivered on-time, on budget and with increased ROI.

Shopper Engagement Starts with Inspired Design

Untitled-1 1 1/10/14 1:48 PM

Advertisement

Untitled-3 1 1/7/14 4:17 PM

Contact Chuck Bolkcom at the Path to Purchase Institute at [email protected] or (773) 992-4420 for more information.

September 2014 December 2014

Don’t miss these other Industry Guides appearing only in Shopper Marketing magazine in 2014.

October 2014

July 2014May 2014


RETAIL & SHOPPER INSIGHTS from Shopper Marketing magazine


SHOPPER MARKETING AGENCIES from Shopper Marketing magazine

POPDMG2014_Full_Cover_v1.indd 2 1/10/14 12:18 AMUntitled-3 1 1/10/14 2:30 PM

Documents

RETAIL & SHOPPER INSIGHTS SHOPPER MARKETING AGENCIES · campaigns through an e-commerce portal and even manage QR Codes for your next promotion. WHAT WE DO CONTACT ˜ e AdArt Company