Employee Spotlight January 2021 – Sharon Malone
Every month on our Acorn blog, we feature one of our team members, and our Employee Spotlight for January 2021 is Sharon Malone! Sharon works in the Digital team at our Richmond office, and she has been with the Acorn team for 26 and a half years! Her favorite aspect...
2021 Signage Trends
Every year, we take time to evaluate how the signage industry continues to evolve and analyze emerging trends and shifts in our markets. 2020 was an unprecedented year that brought challenges that required every aspect of our society to pivot and adapt. In the...
ADA Standards for Your Business in 2021
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) outlines standards to ensure public spaces are easily accessible for all individuals. It was established in 1990 to prevent discrimination towards those with physical or mental disabilities. The ADA legislation has undergone...
Our Year in Review
As 2020 comes to a close, it has inspired us to reflect on our company over the past year. It has been a difficult year for many businesses and individuals, and we are incredibly thankful and proud that Acorn has been able to adapt and innovate in order to continue...
Our Community Investment
As a certified B Corporation, our team at Acorn is committed to investing in the communities where we live and work. 2020 has been an unprecedented year of need within our communities, so we understand our responsibility to invest in others however we are able to....
Employee Spotlight November 2020 – Michelle Evans
Each month, we feature one of our team members on our blog, and this month, we are giving our Employee Spotlight a twist! We are providing a special “Welcome to the Team” spotlight for our VP of Project Delivery, Michelle Evans! Michelle joined the Acorn team in 2020,...
How to Evaluate Your Business’s Signage
When you are a business owner, you spend a great amount of time in your business’s physical space. You are deeply aware of every aspect of the company, so it can be difficult to step back and truly evaluate if your business’s signage is a benefit to you or not. Your...
Wayfinding in Higher Education Facilities
While navigating public spaces, visitors’ experiences are heavily influenced by accessibility accommodations and their ability to understand the location. Strategic wayfinding is essential for helping first-time visitors navigate built environments, particularly...
Acorn’s Dedication to Environmentalism
In today’s environmental climate, it is imperative that companies actively work towards becoming more sustainable and environmentally friendly. Here at Acorn, we are dedicated to responsible and green business practices throughout every aspect of the company, from our...
How ADA Compliance Improves Your Business
Acorn Sign is dedicated to developing innovative signage for our clients, and one way that we differ from other signage companies is our expert knowledge in ADA compliance. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is legislation that prevents discrimination towards...