YESCO announces leadership transition

Salt Lake City-based sign company YESCO has announced a transition in its executive leadership. Fourth-generation family members Ryan, Joshua and Nathan Young have been named to the Young Electric Sign Co. board of directors. In addition, Ryan Young has been named president and chief executive officer of Young Electric Sign Co., the parent company of YESCO, while Joshua Young has been appointed president of YESCO Custom Signs and YESCO Sign and Lighting Service. The changes became effective with the announcement.

“I was bolstered early in my career with the confidence my father had in me to carry this business forward,” said Thomas Young Jr., second-generation family member and chairman of the board directors of Young Electric Sign Co. “I have just as much confidence in the fourth generation to meet the opportunities that await this great organization.”

Prior to his appointment as president and CEO, Ryan Young served as regional vice president of the Rocky Mountain region, where he managed the Salt Lake City facility as well as seven satellite sales and service offices throughout Colorado, Utah, Montana, northern Nevada and Idaho. He joined the company in 1996. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Utah.

Ryan Young replaces Michael Young, president and CEO for the past 33 years. Michael Young will continue to be active in the company’s day-to-day activities and will assume the role of executive chairman of the board.

Joshua Young previously served as president of YESCO Franchising, which operates across the United States and Canada. He began his career working in fabrication and then became an account executive for YESCO Outdoor Media. He was instrumental in organizing and launching the YESCO Franchise business in 2011. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Westminster College and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Utah.

Stephen Jones, who held the role of president of YESCO Custom Signs and YESCO Sign and Lighting Service for seven years, will now assume the role of senior vice president of YESCO Sign and Lighting Service.

Sam Fisher, who served previously as franchise development manager, will assume a new position as senior vice president of YESCO Franchising.

Thomas Young Jr. retains his role as chairman of the board of directors, while Paul Young and Jeff Young continue to serve on the board and as executive vice presidents.

Thomas Young founded Young Electric Sign Co. in 1920. The company and its divisions operate nationwide with approximately 200 employees.