OUR MISSION
At Transign, our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable signage solutions to our public transportation systems. We are committed to building long lasting relationships with operators, transit authorities, manufacturers, and customers across the United States and Canada by taking the time to truly listen to the needs of our customers and providing the right solution. We understand that we play an integral part in ensuring that our neighborhoods, our communities, and our cities keep moving forward to their destination.
Jamie Lipka
President
Jamie Lipka is the current President and owner of Transign, having newly acquired the company in 2022, and thus allowing the company to remain a privately owned business for over 60 years. Before acquiring Transign, Jamie was President for 7 years, focusing on ensuring brand exposure and running all aspects of the company. Jamie and his team continue to manufacture the highest valued on-board signage, along with packaging and an array of full on-board solutions for the bus industry. His initiative is, and will always be, a small company that is focused on providing superior products with unmatched customer support and service. By focusing on newly developed strategic partnerships and retaining long-term relationships, Transign will continue to be a leader in the industry by continuing to introduce technologically advanced solutions adopted by leading manufacturers, bus dealers, transit agencies and fleet operation throughout North America. Over the course of Jamie’s decades long career, he has been involved in every aspect of transportation manufacturing, operations, sales, and marketing. His integrity and work ethic continue to set Transign apart in the signage industry.
Steve Kase
Vice President of Operations
As the VP of Operations Steve has worked with Transign and its sister companies for over 15 years. As the company’s VP of Operations, Steve oversees and directs the manufacturing of all Transign’s products, as well as our client services department. Steve is extremely knowledgeable in the production and application of sign systems. He has contributed to Transign’s success in various positions including plant manager, art director, mechanical engineer, and process engineer. Prior to Transign, Steve was with several graphics businesses as production manager and quality manager.
Melissa Lipka
Executive Vice President/HR Manager
Melissa brings to Transign over 20 years of Business Management and Human Resources experience. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 2006, she has been managing multiple real estate projects from start to finish (approximately 600 projects per year), demonstrating her time management and organizational skills. Melissa has managed several employees throughout her career ensuring a positive work environment for staff and management. She has also been handling client relations for over 10 years, providing the highest customer satisfaction with her attention to detail and strong communication skills. Her passion is in the health and wellness field, focusing on food and nutrition. Melissa is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition with plans on becoming CNS certified and eventually gaining her own clientele. Her goal is to help people become healthier and better versions of themselves through nutrition. Melissa believes in hard work, integrity and takes pride in helping to build the future of Transign.
