Tricks of the Trade Competition

Tricks of the Trade Submission Form

Submissions Due Monday, February 22
Tricks of the Trade: Clever methods or techniques used by experienced craftsman to save time or spare frustration.
1st Place Prize | $500

2nd Place Prize | $250
Consider sharing your Trick of the Trade at Idea Exchange & earn the chance to win up to $500. Each participant will have an opportunity to describe or demonstrate their method to attendees during Idea Exchange 2026 in Dothan, AL on Saturday, March 6th.

RULES & INSTRUCTIONS:
- Submit your Trick of the Trade below
- Prepare a 3-5 minute presentation with photos, video, PowerPoint or demonstration (attach these in the online submission form below)
- Only ONE submission per company - informative and non-commercial, please
- Up to THREE submissions allowed for all other organizations
- Winners voted on by Idea Exchange attendees

MSSA would LOVE for each attending sign company to make a submission—after all, this is the concept for the conference, exchanging & sharing ideas!

Example: You’ve found a new tool or method that makes a process in manufacturing or installation easier or quicker. You could attach an image of the tool or a written explanation of the method. You may even record yourself or an associate performing a task using your unique trick of the trade.
Company:
Name:
Email Address
Telephone #
Category (choose one):

AdministrationInstallation & ServiceDesignShop ManagementSalesOther
Give your Trick of the Trade a name:
What is your Trick of the Trade? Be specific & provide details.
What was the reason for developing your Trick of the Trade?
Describe the improvements or benefits your company has experienced through the implementation of this Trick of the Trade.
Attach any pictures, videos, diagrams or PowerPoint presentations here. Please attach anything you will want to display on the projector during your presentation so that MSSA may streamline the presentation process.

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Tricks of the Trade Submission Form

Tricks of the Trade: Clever methods or techniques used by experienced craftsman to save time or spare frustration.