Company: Emerald Outdoor
Market: Washington, Idaho.
Headquarters: 9212 E Montgomery Ave, Suite 604, Spokane Valley, WA 99206
Phone: 509-327-0103
Email: tommyt@emeraldoutdoor.com
Based in Spokane WA, Emerald Outdoor was formed in 2004 through the acquisition of Sunset Outdoor Advertising of Spokane. Their General Manager is Tom Townsend and Insider got the chance for an interview and update.
Tom, how many total structures and faces does Emerald currently own and operate?
In the Spokane area we have 38 structures and 66 faces. Outside of Spokane we have 14 structures and 28 faces.
We hear that the Washington State operators are restarting their OOH association? Who were the companies that led the charge?
It was Lamar, Meadow and Pacific that led the charge.
What are the key state issues that got you involved?
To come up with legislation for just compensation/takings, to protect us from an Ad Tax issue and generally trying to stay ahead of any legislation that could be detrimental to our industry and pursue legislation to help us thrive well into the future.
Have you voted on an initial slate of officers yet?
- Steve Richards, Pacific Outdoor – President
- Brendon Smith. Lamar Advertising – Vice President
- Mike Zukin, Meadow Outdoor – Treasurer
- Tom Townsend, Emerald Outdoor – Secretary
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