TOWNSVILLE
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LAMONT SIGNAGE SOLUTIONS
SINCE 2006
The Lamont name has earned a reputation for eye-catching signs in Townsville, with their clever creations emblazoned across many buildings, billboards, banners and business cars. Founded by Stephen Lamont, who began a career as an autographic designer straight out of school, Lamont Sustainable Signage Solutions is one of Townsville’s own. “Building a reputation is very satisfying and the fact our name means something in the business community gives us a sense of pride,” says Stephen, whose wife Julie and three children Dan (25), Shannon (23), Taylah (21) have all worked in the family business over the years. “We’re proud to have started here, at home, in Townsville. It’s always been a city we felt safe to take a chance in and, having grown up here, we know our clients well.” The business has invested heavily in green solutions for sign production and is soon to
PROUD OF BEING A LOCAL, FAMILY RUN BUSINESS, LAMONT SUSTAINABLE SIGNAGE SOLUTIONS IS HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL.
announce a production process not seen north of Brisbane. “Our vision is to be a completely sustainable business by producing all of our signage here in Townsville, rather than having things made elsewhere,” says Daniel, who is now his Dad’s business partner. “We see too many businesses trying to maximise profits by getting things made down south or overseas, not realising that the money is flowing away from Townsville and our local businesses.” Even when it means absorbing extra cost, the Lamonts believe in ‘keeping it local’. “We’re passionate about using local suppliers as we’re a family business and we want to put back into other local businesses that sustain families like ours,” Stephen says. “Townsville businesses have a reputation for loyalty, which breeds strong relationships that last the test of time.” You’ve probably seen Lamont’s signage at charitable events… but you wouldn’t know it as they never brand any of these jobs, believing it’s not about them but, rather, the cause being supported. Sure that Townsville will continue to grow steadily, becoming ever more metropolitan, the Lamonts are confident their business will remain for future generations to take the reins. “I love working in Townsville because we enjoy being involved in the many projects that are developing around the city,” says Daniel, whose wife Kia is the graphic artist for Lamont Sustainable Signage Solutions. “It’s also a bonus that, when working outdoors, we can do our job without getting rained on!
Lamont Sustainable Signage Solutions 60 Ingham Road, West End 4721 2044 www.lamontgraphics.com
MIDDLE: The Lamont Sustainable Signage Solutions Team – Anita Aakjaer, Dan Lamont, Stephen Lamont and Kia Lamont.
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