Award winning Broadway shows, a heart wrenching 9/11 memorial tribute, upscale shopping, and an unforgettable night life scene are just a few of the things you can expect to see when visiting the city that never sleeps, New York City. This miraculous city has been ever evolving for over 390 years now and doesn’t seem…
Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday is celebrated on the third Monday of January. This stalwart leader is remembered with respect and honor. His actions and example have stood the test of time as a guiding light. He dedicated his life to the pursuit of freedom and equality for all. When we remember and celebrate this…
Should you use grommets or pole pockets for your banner? Well, that all depends on how you will be setting it up and the type of structure or frame you will be using. While most step and repeat banners are done with pole pockets or other methods that hide the framing structure, there are times…
Wherever you are in the the business world, there is one thing you should remember: Don’t be afraid to ask for advice! You may be a new employee, or the head of a large company, or maybe a consultant or a freelance photographer. Regardless of the business you are in…
Get ready! Set! Go! All skaters report to the rink! It’s time to begin! Remember, you must continue to skate until the first five minute break in exactly one hour. Anyone who has to use the facilities will be chaperoned to and from the rink! Have your team hand you water or snacks as you…
There are some great package deals going right now in our store. For as little as $299 you can get a banner, stand and carpet. We have packages for all sorts of occasions in a variety of sizes. Check out our wedding package or maybe our Glitz Package We even have an 8×4 banner…
Step and Repeat LA wants to wish you a Happy New Year! We hope you all enjoyed some great fun and safe celebrations over the holidays. Now it is time to get the new year started off right. Let’s get all our ducks in a row. Are your spring events all on the calendar? Do…
I recently read an article at entrepreneur.com that I wanted to share with you. The article includes advice from 18 of America’s top small-business owners. So much of the advice these small business leaders give is valuable and worth the read. But the one I wanted to share with the readers here is from John Stonecipher, President and…
It’s a new year. It’s a good time to take a new look at your image. Does your company image need freshening up – your logo, your colors, your branding? Of course you don’t want to change so much that your public doesn’t recognize you or remember who you are, but you do need to…
The vendor list for your wedding plans is at least as important as the guest list. 1) The Venues For the ceremony and the reception you want to make sure you have a good working relationship with the venue coordinators. 2) Officiation Whether you are having a minister or other official perform the ceremony you…
Customer service is not just reading the right script to the caller on the other end of the phone. Customer service is not just responding to complaints or problems. Customer service is not just making sure the package was delivered. Sometimes people get the idea that customer service is just the bare minimum service needed….
We all want to take care of the planet so our children and their children have a great place to live and grow. Some people are focused and active on environmental issues every day. Others are more like most of the rest of us and just try to do the right thing as much as…
1) The event wasn’t big enough to warrant the expense. No matter the size of your event, you will be seen by your public. Showing the best image of who you are and your level of professionalism is important, no matter the size of the event. 2) We did not have enough time / people…
Getting the design right for your step and repeat banner is important. Of course we deliver high quality materials with great service, but if the design for your banner is not right, the end result can be less awesome than you need and want. That is where our more-than-awesome design staff comes in. We offer…
No matter how cold, no matter how crummy the weather may get at this time of year, we all have expectations and a renewal of spirit. At least most of us do. But what about those who can’t? You know, the Grinches and the Scrooges! The bah-humbuggers! The grouches! Well, the best way to overcome…
If you are panning to hold an event that will be in a publicly-owned space, including sidewalks or streets, plan ahead. Check with your local government offices’ website to find the answers to these important questions. 1) I would like to host a special event/promotional event, what kind of permits do I need? 2) Do…
You folks might wonder… …where it is that I get some of those crazy names of events that happen every month – the bizarre holidays that aren’t on the conventional calendars that you purchase in your local book store, pharmacy, or mega store. Well, I use a site called brownie locks.com I like this site…
If you are holding an upscale event, you need to consider a full-size, seamless media wall from Step and Repeat LA. Standard banners will usually zip tie to a stand. These large scale media walls are different – they are printed on our large scale printers so you end up with the beautiful wall of logos…
There are times when bigger really is better. When it comes to getting your name out there and your product known, bigger can definitely be better. For most occasions and events, a standard size step and repeat banner is perfect, which is of course why it is the “standard size” in the first place. But…
Of course you need the red carpet. That is, after all, the basis of the event. Now add stanchions and the red ropes. Hollywood lighting is just the thing to set the real mood as your guests parade in front of your Hollywood-style step and repeat banner. So you have set the stage, now let…