Displayco

What Displayco does

Displayco is a privately held, family-run North American provider of trade show exhibits, branded environments, and event marketing solutions, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, with additional facilities in Edmonton and Houston, Texas. The company designs, fabricates, and installs modular and custom exhibit solutions for event managers, brand teams, retailers, and corporate offices, and supports each project with in-house graphic production (UV flatbed and inkjet printing, CNC machining, custom millwork), professional installation and dismantle services, freight management, secure inventory storage across three North American warehouses, and exhibit repair. Its revenue mix combines event-based rental kits (priced from roughly $3,700 to $39,000+ per show) with one-time custom projects, professional services, and recurring storage subscriptions; it is the sole North American member of the International Octanorm Service Partner (OSPI) Network, providing access to 150+ partners in 50 countries for international delivery.

The company distributes through a hybrid go-to-market: direct field sales for enterprise and custom projects, an online e-commerce storefront called Displayco OnTheGo (launched 2020) for portable display products targeting SMB and individual buyers, and a proprietary Online Inventory Management System (OIMS) client portal that gives registered customers 24/7 real-time visibility into exhibit inventory, event calendars, and orders. The technology stack centers on conventional manufacturing equipment and 3D design software for visualization rather than AI-driven tools. Displayco has co-owners Kevin Hagerman (President, Displayco Canada, Calgary) and Trevor Packard (President, Displayco US, Houston), with a leadership team that includes VPs of Sales/Marketing and US Operations and a Director of Sales; no external investors, funding rounds, or M&A events are disclosed, and the company is described as an inclusive, family-run culture with headcount in the 11–50 range.

Name

Displayco

Legal name

Displayco

Website

https://displayco.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Displayco is a private, family-run North American firm founded in 1978 that designs, fabricates, and installs trade show exhibits, branded environments, and portable display solutions for event managers, brand teams, retailers, and corporate offices across its Calgary, Edmonton, and Houston facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Trade Show Exhibit Rentals: Modular and custom exhibit rental solutions including pre-packaged rental booth kits in various sizes (10x10, 10x20, 20x20, 20x30+) with graphics, branding and furniture. Budget-conscious options from multi-show use to one-time rental packages.
2. Portable Display Sales: Online storefront (Displayco OnTheGo) selling portable display solutions including banner stands, fabric displays, pop up displays, table top displays, and booth accessories for direct purchase.
3. Installation & Dismantle Services: Professional installation and dismantle services for trade shows with experienced staff ensuring timelines and deadlines are met.
4. Freight Management: Trade show freight management services including coordination with freight and customs companies that understand special needs of exhibit freight.
5. Inventory Storage & Management: Client inventory management and storage services at three North American facilities (Calgary, Edmonton, Houston) with secure storage for exhibit properties.
6. Graphic Production Services: In-house graphic production for booth panels, banner stands, pop-up displays, outdoor signage, office signage, backlit graphics, and direct-to-substrate printing.
7. Exhibit Repair & Maintenance: Refurbishment assessments and repair services for trade show displays including warranty work and standard wear and tear.
8. Health & Safety Business Solutions: PPE and COVID prevention solutions including acrylic protection shields, sneeze guards, hand sanitizer stands, social distancing signage, and temporary partition walls.
9. Office & Retail Environments: Custom retail environments, displays, 3D logos, graphic production, wayfinding signage, and point-of-sale/kiosk solutions for retail and corporate environments.
10. Seasonal Environments: Seasonal and holiday environment design, rental and purchase packages including design consultation, holiday scenes, window decals, installation and dismantle services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Displayco designs, fabricates, rents, and installs trade show exhibits and branded environments for event marketers and brand teams, complemented by in-house graphic production and a self-serve online store for portable displays. The company operates three North American facilities (Calgary, Edmonton, Houston) with CNC fabrication, UV printing, and a proprietary Online Inventory Management System (OIMS) that lets clients track exhibit inventory, order graphics, and coordinate events. Services span design, exhibit rental, installation and dismantle, freight management, inventory storage, exhibit repair, and office/retail environment design.

Product overview

Displayco offers a comprehensive portfolio of branded experience solutions centered on trade show exhibits and environmental design. The core offerings include Modular & Custom Exhibit Solutions for trade shows, combined with an Online Inventory Management System (OIMS) platform for client inventory tracking. Supporting services include In-House Graphic Production for all display graphics, Tradeshow Installation & Dismantle Services for logistics, Client Events & Mobile Marketing Solutions, and Office & Retail Environments for environmental branding. The Displayco OnTheGo sub-brand provides a separate online store for portable display purchases, while Seasonal Environments and Health & Safety Business Solutions address specialized needs. All offerings can be managed through the OIMS client portal for inventory and event management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Displayco OnTheGo: Displayco's online store featuring a collection of premier graphic and display solutions for trade shows, conferences, events, and corporate/retail environments.

Products and services

• Modular & Custom Exhibit Solutions Trade show exhibit solutions combining system components with custom fabrication, offering both modular and fully custom designs for multi-show use or one-time rental packages, aimed at event marketers and brand teams that exhibit at trade shows.
• Displayco OnTheGo (Portable Display Solutions Online Store) Self-serve online retail store offering portable display products including banner stands, fabric displays, pop up displays, table top displays, and booth accessories for direct purchase by small businesses, independent professionals, and individuals preparing for trade shows or events.
• Client Events & Mobile Marketing Solutions Event planning and mobile marketing services for private client events, open houses, product demos, outdoor events, and portable trailer display environments, targeted at brand teams and marketers running activations beyond the trade show floor.
• Office & Retail Environments Environmental design and branding for office and retail spaces including lobby design, custom workspaces, retail environments, 3D logos, wayfinding signage, and retail kiosks/POS solutions, targeted at retail operators and corporate real estate or workplace teams.
• Seasonal Environments Seasonal and holiday environment design service offering rental and purchase packages for holiday scenes, window decals, and branded seasonal decor, including installation, dismantle, and storage, aimed at retailers and corporate spaces that refresh environments on a seasonal cadence.
• In-House Graphic Production Full-service in-house graphic production service using UV flatbed printing, inkjet production printers, and CNC cutting capabilities to deliver booth graphics, signage, banners, backlit graphics, and dimensional products for both Displayco's exhibit projects and direct client graphic orders.
• Tradeshow Installation, Dismantle & Logistics Services Complete trade show logistics and exhibit management service including on-site installation and dismantle, freight and customs coordination, structural 3D design, graphic design, inventory storage, and exhibit repair and maintenance, for corporate exhibitors and event teams.
• Online Inventory Management System (OIMS) Proprietary web-based real-time inventory and event management software that enables Displayco's registered clients to manage exhibit inventory, track events, place orders, confirm bookings, and receive shipment status across the Calgary, Edmonton, and Houston warehouses on a 24/7 basis.
• Health & Safety Business Solutions Workplace and public-facing health and safety product line including acrylic protection shields and sneeze guards, hand sanitizer stands, social distancing floor decals, COVID signage, and temporary partition walls, sold to offices, retailers, and event organizers.
• Rental Exhibit Kits Pre-packaged rental booth solutions offered in multiple sizes (10x10, 10x20, 20x20, 20x30+) with tiered budget options (Kit A/B/C/D), including customizable graphics, branding, furniture, and AV equipment, targeted at exhibitors seeking a turnkey, budget-friendly exhibit.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 40 years delivering trade show exhibits on time and on budget
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• OSPI Network (International Octanorm Service Partner)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDisplayco accesses the OSPI Network of over 150 quality partners in 50 countries to deliver seamless solutions globally. The network enables design and planning in North America with organized production and delivery through international partners.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• MC2 (MC2 Design Group): Experiential marketing and exhibit design firm that designs, fabricates, and manages custom exhibits and brand environments for B2B clients. Highly comparable to Displayco in service mix and target customers.
• The Trade Group: Full-service exhibit and event marketing company providing custom exhibit design, fabrication, rentals, graphics, and installation services — closely mirroring Displayco's end-to-end offering.
• Hamilton Exhibits: Custom exhibit design, fabrication, and event management company serving corporate clients. Comparable in custom design, fabrication, and full-service project delivery to Displayco.
• Orbus Exhibit & Display Group: Manufacturer and supplier of portable, modular, and custom exhibits, display solutions, and event signage. Competes directly with Displayco across rentals, modular systems, and portable displays.
• Moss: Provider of tension fabric and printed graphic structures for events, exhibits, and branded environments. Overlaps with Displayco's environmental design, graphics production, and event solutions.
• The Expo Group: Trade show and event services company specializing in custom exhibit design, fabrication, logistics, and on-site services. Comparable in scope and customer type to Displayco.
• Classic Exhibits: Designs and manufactures custom and modular trade show exhibits, portable displays, and environmental solutions. Competes in the same mid-market exhibit space as Displayco.
• Skyline Exhibits: Designer and producer of trade show exhibits including modular, custom, and portable displays, with a global dealer network. Directly comparable in product categories and target customers.

Broad incumbents

• GES (Global Experience Specialists): Major global provider of exhibition, event, and experiential services to trade show organizers and exhibitors. Overlaps directly with Displayco's exhibit design, fabrication, and installation/dismantle offerings.
• Freeman: One of the largest global experiential marketing companies offering trade show exhibits, event production, and brand experiences. Operates at a significantly larger scale than Displayco across the same core service lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Displayco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/displayco/?originalSubdomain=ca
• Instagraminstagram.com/displayco_on_the_go
• Xx.com/displayco

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 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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