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 officially acquired the company in 2022. This acquisition ensured that Transign remains a privately owned business, continuing a legacy that spans over 68 years. Prior to becoming the owner, Jamie served as President for seven years, during which he led all operational aspects of the company and significantly strengthened brand visibility.Under Jamie’s leadership, Transign and its dedicated team continue to produce high-value on-board signage, packaging, and a comprehensive range of solutions tailored for the bus industry. His vision remains centered on a small company that is focused on providing superior products with unmatched customer support and service.
By cultivating strategic partnerships and maintaining long-standing relationships across the industry, Transign is well-positioned to remain a market leader. The company is recognized for its innovative, technology-driven solutions adopted by major manufacturers, bus dealers, transit agencies, and fleet operators throughout North America.
Throughout his decades-long career, Jamie has been involved in nearly every facet of the transportation manufacturing sector, including operations, sales, and marketing. His unwavering integrity and strong work ethic continue to distinguish Transign within 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, MS, CNS, LDN
Executive Vice President/HR Manager
Melissa brings over 23 years of experience in Business Management and Human Resources to Transign. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 2006, she went on to manage a high volume of real estate projects—approximately 600 annually—demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills, before joining the Transign team in 2022.Throughout her career, Melissa has successfully led diverse teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment. She also has over two decades of experience in client relations, consistently delivering outstanding customer satisfaction through her attention to detail and strong communication abilities.
To go along with her professional business achievements, Melissa received her master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition and opened her own nutrition and wellness business in 2024, MissyK Nutrition. In 2025 she received her Certified Nutrition Specialist®(CNS), as well as becoming a licensed dietician nutritionist (LDN). She is passionate about health and wellness and works with clients to achieve this through scientifically based nutrition coaching and lifestyle strategies.
Melissa is guided by principles of hard work and integrity, and she takes great pride in contributing to the continued growth and success of Transign.
