Image Inflators is a custom sign shop specializing in custom flags, signs, banners and inflatables as well as tradeshow displays.  They have been serving the Lincoln area for 15 years and are owned by Chris Johnson.  They also employ Scott Stream, Sales Director, Jacquie Hirschman, Sales Associate and Daren Johnson, Warehouse Manager.

What do you think makes you different from other companies similar to yours?
One of the biggest things is our commitment to taking care of our customers, not only with their signage needs, but also with anything else that we can do for them.  For example, introducing them to other businesses that can help them be successful.

What do you like about doing business in Lincoln?
I like the small town feel that Lincoln has.  Everybody knows everybody.  I also like the fact that it is easy to develop strong relationships.

What kind of community organizations/groups are you involved with?
Kiwanis, LIBA, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce.

Do you have a business philosophy or mission statement?
To create lasting, professional relationships and develop as individuals while building a premier advertising/marketing company so that we may glorify God in all we do.

What changes have you seen in the industry and your company in the past few years?
One of the changes would be the use of fabric for more than just flags and table covers.  Fabric banners are becoming popular for indoor use and really make a nice, professional looking banner.

What do you see happening with the business in the next five years?
More of an emphasis on fabric material.

What is one of the biggest challenges that your company has faced?
Growth.  We have grown quite a bit over the last few years and adapting to that has been challenging.

What has been your most important achievement as a business?
Our work with local churches and non profits.  It is very rewarding for us to be able to help these types of organizations.

What was the biggest turning point in your business?
When we began to manufacture our custom flags and other fabric products in-house.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about your business that most people don’t know?
We are one of a handful of companies that actually manufacture flags in house.

What is one goal for your business that you have yet to accomplish?
To reach 1 million in sales in a year.

How do our readers contact you guys?
They can reach us online at www.imageinflators.com.