As older workers retire, industry leaders are concerned about replacing workers in both skilled and management positions. The ISA Elite program is designed to combat this pressing issue facing the sign, graphics and visual communications industry.
The 2026 ISA Elite Class will have its first meeting in October, instead of at ISA International Sign Expo as it has traditionally. The 2026 cohort will meet again at ISA International Sign Expo 2027 in Las Vegas. This allows for a more intimate first meeting, held at ISA headquarters near Washington, D.C. The 2026 ISA Elite Class will meet with the ISA board of directors and engage with each other at the October meeting, then have an opportunity to connect with past Elite classes at ISA Sign Expo 2027.
Applications for the 2026 Elite class will open up in early 2026. Click here to be informed when applications open.
Taking Industry Careers to the Next Level
Each year, 35 young professionals from the sign, graphics and visual communications industry are recognized as ISA Elite, representing the next generation of industry leaders.
Encourage employees under the age of 35 to take part in the ISA Elite program, which will bring invaluable peer-to-peer and industry-wide networking connections.
What it's like to attend ISA International Sign Expo as an ISA Elite:
"Being a part of the ISA Elite was one of the most valuable experiences I have had to date! I have come to rely on the network I built while part of the ISA Elite, again and again - for guidance, leadership, advice and so much more! This program honestly gave us the push and confidence we needed to really step it up here at Signature Sign and Image, and bring our business to the next level! "
"Being a part of the ISA Elite was one of the most valuable experiences I have had to date! I have come to rely on the network I built while part of the ISA Elite, again and again - for guidance, leadership, advice and so much more! This program honestly gave us the push and confidence we needed to really step it up here at Signature Sign and Image, and bring our business to the next level! "