Bannerville

What Bannerville does

Bannerville is a family-owned custom signage company founded in 1973 (originally as Emil Harley and Associates) and headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois, with an approved-vendor license from the City of Chicago and certified-vendor status for Chicago Public Schools. The company focuses on large-format digital printing and end-to-end signage services, combining in-house graphic design, production, and professional installation under one roof. Its flagship product is light pole banners, where it is among the earliest US manufacturers, complemented by vinyl graphics, dimensional signage, building signage, banners/flags/windscreens, in-ground and way-finding signage, event and tradeshow signage, print collateral, and newer offerings such as Switch-It magnetic frames and PPE & safety signage.

The company serves both enterprise and mid-market customers across seven core verticals: education, healthcare, municipality, nonprofit, retail, property management, and chambers of commerce. Its customer base includes notable institutions such as the Chicago Cubs, Loyola Medicine, the Art Institute of Chicago, Marriott Hotels, DePaul University, Chicago State University, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and the Chicago Loop Alliance, alongside more than 100 Chicagoland schools served over 45+ years. Two sub-brands, School Spirit Lab and HealthSource, are deployed to address the education and healthcare verticals with dedicated marketing and product offerings.

Bannerville operates on a quote-based, project-driven revenue model, with pricing varying by product type, size, quantity, and complexity, and a standard 3-5 day turnaround on most orders. Distribution is direct, via consultation-based sales, website quote requests, and an in-house installation team. The company is owned and operated by the Sitkowski family (Patti Sitkowski as President, Ken Sitkowski as Vice President, Tom Sitkowski as Vice President of Business Development), with no external investors, funding rounds, or parent-company affiliations disclosed.

Name

Bannerville

Legal name

Bannerville

Website

https://bannerville.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bannerville is a family-owned custom signage company founded in 1973 in Burr Ridge, Illinois, offering in-house design, large-format digital printing, and professional installation of light pole banners, vinyl graphics, building signage, and event signage to enterprise and mid-market customers across education, healthcare, municipal, nonprofit, retail, and chamber verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Signage

NAICS

Sign Manufacturing (339950), Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising (541850), Graphic Design Services (54143)

SIC

Services-Advertising (7310), Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAAAKAJ

OOH Production, Printing & Installation Services

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Advertising, Marketing & PR Services/Out-of-Home (OOH) Advertising Services

SECONDARYBPAFAMAL

Custom Printing & Decoration Services (Screen Print, Embroidery, Laser)

Business & Public Services/Marketing, Advertising & PR Services/Promotional Products & Sales Promotion Services

SECONDARYHSACADAJ

Corporate Event Decor, Branding & Signage

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Corporate Event & Meeting Services

Keywords

• Custom signage
• Large format printing
• Light pole banners
• Sign installation services
• Graphic design services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burr Ridge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Signage Products: One-time sales of custom signage products including light pole banners, vinyl graphics, building signage, banners, flags, windscreens, in-ground signs, way-finding signs, event signage, print collateral, and more. Products are custom-designed and produced per customer specifications.
2. Design Services: In-house graphic design services to assist with design needs, logo design, branding, and campaign concepts. Additional design charges may apply for image recreation or vector file creation.
3. Installation Services: Professional installation services for all products. The installation team is trained and certified to complete all tasks. One of the few Chicago area companies offering installation services for all products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bannerville designs, produces, and installs custom signage products for organizations across the United States, with a flagship focus on light pole banners. The company provides in-house graphic design, large format digital printing, and professional installation services for products including vinyl graphics, dimensional signage, building signage, banners/flags/windscreens, in-ground signage, way-finding signage, event and tradeshow signage, and print collateral. Standard turnaround is 3-5 days for most orders, with pricing provided on a quote basis.

Product overview

Bannerville is a family-owned custom signage company founded in 1973, offering a comprehensive portfolio of signage products and design services across the United States. The company operates on a single unified offering model centered around consultation, design, large format printing, and installation services. The core product portfolio centers on Light Pole Banners (their original and flagship product since 1973), supported by complementary signage solutions including Vinyl Graphics (wall, window, floor, door, elevator, stair, and vehicle applications), Dimensional Signage, Building Signage (interior/exterior), Banners/Flags/Windscreens, In-Ground Signage, Way-Finding & Directional Signage, Event & Tradeshow Signage, Print Collateral, and PPE & Safety products. The company also offers specialized industry solutions for Education, Healthcare, Municipality, Nonprofit, Property Management, Retail, and Chamber organizations. Design services include Logo Design, Banner Design, and Large Format Design. Notable product innovations include Switch-It Magnetic Frames for interchangeable wall displays, Sign Frame Systems for semi-permanent outdoor installations, and the School Spirit Program for education branding. All products feature in-house graphic design, digital printing on large format printers, and professional installation services. The company is headquartered in Burr Ridge, Illinois, and holds City of Chicago approved vendor status.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• School Spirit Lab: Education division focused on school branding and spirit products
• HealthSource

Products and services

• Light Pole Banners Premier light pole banner products featuring heavy-duty 18oz all-weather banner material with vibrant full-color graphics, wind pockets, and grommets, paired with proprietary aluminum bracket and fiberglass arm mounting hardware with a lifetime warranty. Bannerville is an approved City of Chicago vendor and certified CPS vendor serving customers across the United States.
• Vinyl Graphics Versatile vinyl graphic solutions including wall graphics, window graphics, floor and sidewalk graphics, door graphics, elevator graphics, stair graphics, and vehicle graphics, offering full-color, durable graphics for interior and exterior applications.
• Dimensional Signage Three-dimensional signs for displaying branding, logos, and messages, capable of cutting any shape or logo using various substrates for indoor or outdoor use, with acrylic being a popular choice for sophisticated, high-tech looks.
• Building Signage Custom exterior and interior building signage designed, built, and installed for lasting durability, including entrance signs, parking lot signs, and office signage customized around brand identity.
• Banners, Flags & Windscreens Heavy-duty banners (18oz all-weather material), flags printed on nylon with grommets, and mesh windscreens ideal for high-wind conditions, including pole banners, stage banners, building banners, and fencing windscreens for athletic facilities.
• In-Ground Signage Semi-permanent in-ground signs with durability and resistance against corrosion, rust, and outdoor elements, including vinyl banner systems and rigid sign systems for various applications.
• Way-Finding & Directional Signage Custom internal directional signs with easy snap frame assembly for quick graphic changes, made from PVC with standoffs, that can hang from ceilings, mount to walls, or attach to windows.
• Event & Tradeshow Signage Complete event signage solutions including backdrop displays, table throws, 10-foot popup tents, retractable banners, custom flags, floor mats, and freestanding sign holders that are portable and easy to assemble for picnics, ball games, festivals, and trade shows.
• Print Collateral Traditional printed materials including stickers, paper posters, foam board signs, booklets, cutouts, postcards, programs, brochures, car stickers, magnets, large checks, and tri-fold brochures, available in custom sizes and shapes.
• Switch-It Magnetic Frames An affordable, easy-to-install magnetic frame system that allows users to swap out receptive media as needed for personalizing wall space. Suitable for retail stores, homes, office spaces, corporate buildings, and schools. Ships nationwide.
• PPE & Safety Signage Personal protective equipment and safety signage solutions including privacy and protective screens/barriers, face mask signage, floor decals, outdoor curbside signs, and reopening signage for businesses.
• Sign Frame Systems Semi-permanent in-ground sign systems with easy installation and minute change-out capability, built for outdoor durability with vinyl banner or rigid substrate options. Includes vinyl banner system and rigid sign system.
• Logo Design Services Professional logo design, rebranding, and campaign concept creation, helping clients with logos, branding, identity, marketing, events, promotions, and campaigns through the in-house graphic design team.
• Banner Design Services Custom banner design portfolio showcasing projects for various clients including schools, sports teams, and organizations, delivered by the in-house design team.
• Large Format Design Services Large format design services for wall graphics, murals, and oversized print applications, including portfolio work in school branding, event graphics, and commercial installations.
• Installation Services Professional installation services for all products, performed by a trained and certified in-house installation team. One of the few Chicago area companies offering installation services for all products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50+ years of trusted signage expertise since 1973
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Chicago Loop AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChicago Loop Alliance is a partner organization for whom Bannerville provides light pole banners and event signage. The Chicago Loop Alliance promotes the Chicago downtown area and uses Bannerville's banner programs for visual enhancement of the district.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Image360: Sign and graphics franchise offering custom signage, banners, dimensional letters, and vehicle graphics with design-to-installation service — directly comparable offering and customer mix to Bannerville's education, retail, and municipality verticals.
• AlphaGraphics: Printing and marketing services franchise offering large-format printing, signs, banners, and design services — comparable end-to-end print/sign model with similar SMB and mid-market customer base.
• Signs.com: Online-first custom sign retailer producing banners, yard signs, window decals, and trade-show displays — competes on standardized sign jobs where Bannerville's consultation-led, quote-based motion is slower and pricier.
• SpeedPro Imaging: Large-format printing franchise specializing in vehicle wraps, wall murals, window graphics, and event signage — competes head-to-head with Bannerville on the same product categories and customer verticals including healthcare, education, and events.
• FASTSIGNS: National franchised sign and graphics company producing custom signage, banners, vehicle wraps, and wayfinding with in-house design and installation — directly comparable full-service model to Bannerville but at much larger national scale.

Broad incumbents

• Lamar Advertising: Public OOH advertising company operating billboards, transit, and street-furniture advertising — adjacent incumbent competing for the same municipal beautification and light-pole-banner budgets as Bannerville.
• Clear Channel Outdoor: Large public OOH media company with billboards, transit, and street-level advertising — competes for municipal outdoor advertising spend that Bannerville pursues with its banner and pole-banner programs.
• YESCO: Long-established sign manufacturer specializing in large-scale electric and architectural signage, monument signs, and OOH displays — broader portfolio than Bannerville but overlapping in custom commercial signage.

Market position

Strengths2 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/bannervilleusa
• Facebookfacebook.com/bannerville
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bannerville

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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