Ramsay Signs (Portland, OR), a custom-sign manufacturer, has been acquired by Wendy and Joe Gibson, long-time employees, effective January 1, 2010.
Wendy, who serves as president and general manager, is responsible for general management of the company, financial reporting, management of personnel and managing Ramsay’s relationships with banks, insurance companies and benefit providers. Wendy , who’s been with the company since 2002, holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Portland State University.
Joe, who continues as VP of operations and a board member, has worked for Ramsay Signs since 1979, beginning as an apprentice sign fabricator, and then in project management, before being promoted to his current position. His duties include sales, project management, customer relations, design and operations. He also consults nationally on design and engineering projects. Joe is the VP of the Northwest Sign Council and acts as the regional director for the International Sign Assn., representing the Northwest Sign Council.
“As Ramsay Signs prepares to celebrate our 100th anniversary, it’s only fitting that we build on our strong tradition of employee ownership,” Joe said.
Ramsay Signs, which is headquartered in Portland, operates in Seattle under the name Heath Northwest. The company currently has 60 employees.
Ramsay Signs, the oldest, operating, electrical-sign company in the Northwest, was founded in 1911 by A.G. Ramsay, who was president of Brilliant Neon Corp. Ramsay Signs provides design, fabrication, maintenance and engineering services to create custom signage.
For more information, call (503) 777-4555, or visit www.ramsaysigns.com.