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Baron Sign Manufacturing

Bryan Vasser – Vice President of Operations

Bryan Vasser completed the management training program at Baron Sign Manufacturing in 1992. Upon completion of the program, Bryan moved from Project Manager to Senior Project Manager in 1996. While Senior Project Manager, Bryan was responsible for the timely and professional completion of: Jacksonville International Airport,  Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport,  Palm Beach International Airport and MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Regional Transit Authority)

In 1999, after four years of success as Senior Project Manager, Bryan was promoted to Vice President of Operations. Bryan's 17 years of experience in the industry includes engineering, project planning, site plan review and analysis disciplines. In addition to these skills, Quality Control in manufacturing, project management and installation come under Bryan’s field of expertise.

Bryan manages a knowledgeable staff of industry professionals who oversee the design/build, pre-engineering, planning, permitting, production and installation phases required to provide exceptional service and products to the end user.

Born and raised in Palm Beach, Bryan Vasser is a graduate of Lake Worth High School and attended Northwood University.

Jerry co-founded Baron Sign Manufacturing, in 1983 and has guided his company from start-up to the present new 40,000 square foot facility. Jerry’s is responsible for providing the co-leadership of the company and the vision for the marketing and sales strategy for Baron.

Jerry has 26 years of experience with hands on management to lead the team. He has extensive knowledge and understanding of construction processes for signage systems, contractual conditions and costs

Jerry completed his education at Sacramento State College, in California, after being honorably discharged from the U.S Navy, where he served from 1958 to 1962. Jerry is a Licensed Electrical Sign Contractor and is the qualifier for the company.

Jerry has completed the 30 hour OSHA course and constantly reviews the safety policy and issues of his company. Jerry's main responsibility is guiding the sales and marketing strategy of the company.

Sandra co-founded Baron Sign Manufacturing, in 1983 and is instrumental in directing the many financial, administrative and business development responsibilities of the company.

Sandra oversees the accounting and financial affairs of the company. Sandra sits as Chairman of the Board and as Director of the Company and is involved in the growth and direction of the company. Her relationship with Fidelity Federal Bank was instrumental in Baron receiving a HUD low interest $1.6 million loan as part of a $3.5 million dollar land purchase and plant construction for their new 40,000 square facility on four acres of land in Riviera Beach completed in January 2006.

Sandra has been active in the business community throughout southeast U.S. for the development of contracts for architectural signage systems.

As a result of Sandra’s active involvement in the community, she was named the first woman Chairman of the Palm Beach County Business Development Board in 2000.
Through her efforts, Baron is a certified W/MBE, SBE, DBE with the Florida Department of Transportation, and is a State Certified MBE in Florida.

Margaret joined Baron Sign Manufacturing in 2001 in the capacity of Project Manager. Her attention to detail and willingness to do what it takes to guide the job to completion made her an excellent candidate to become an estimator.

Margaret began estimating in 2003 and became Senior Estimator in 2004 during which she has successfully bid on $2,800,000 in projects including airports and public transportation projects including:

- Broward General Hospital
- Orlando International Airport
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
- Miami Beach High School

Margaret reviews projects on CMD and Dodge reports and her department responds to a high volume of bidding requests from general contractors in the south Florida area. Margaret is a highly respected estimator and receives constant accolades from our clients for her thorough bidding approach and attention to detail. Margaret is responsible for producing conceptual estimates, budget estimates, construction costs estimates and value engineering.

Working with his father at an early age, Richie is a Second generation sign artisan. With 30 years of experience, Richie joined Baron in 2001 as a graphic designer with sign construction experience. After two years, Richie became a Project Manager.

Richie has demonstrated his ability to review shop drawings and make suggestions that will improve the fabrication process and methods of installation.

Steve joined Baron Sign Manufacturing in 2005 in the capacity of Project Manager. Steve has successfully overseen over 150 projects to date. Steve’s experience affords him the ability to run complex multi-part projects. Steve is a project manager with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Prior to joining Baron, Steve owned his own sign shop for 10 years. Steve has an extensive computer background including several years as MIS, Manager of Internal Systems, for a large telecommunications company in Canada. Steve’s attention to detail and knowledge of the sign construction industry is apparent in his effectiveness in completing his projects on time and on budget. Steve’s approachable style in  dealing with clients has brought him many accolades.

Steve was promoted to Senior Project Manager in 2008 as a result of his superior performance track record and now leads a team of four and is responsible for the successful execution of all ongoing projects for Baron.

Frances joined Baron Sign Manufacturing as Accounting Manager in 2005 with 15 years of construction accounting Experience. Frances is very knowledgeable in the compilation of accounting data for submission of AIA Documents.

She works very closely with the project managers to ensure all of the data is ready and submitted for each Billing cycle. Frances has personally overseen the payments schedules for several large projects since joining Baron including:

- Palm Beach International Airport
- Tri-Rail Constructors
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport,
- Vista Center of Palm Beach County
- City Place of West Palm Beach