At Electra Sign Ltd., building strong customer relationships is just as important as building great signage, and that’s where Derek Olbrycht shines.
As an Account Executive, Derek works closely with clients from the initial concept through to the final installation. Whether it’s helping businesses choose the right signage solution, coordinating project details, or guiding customers through the process, Derek focuses on making every project smooth and straightforward.
Now entering his seventh year in the sign industry, Derek brings experience, communication, and a customer-first mindset to every project he’s involved with. His role combines sales, project guidance, and relationship building, helping clients feel confident every step of the way.
Derek grew up between southern Ontario, Montreal, and Winnipeg, giving him a broad perspective and an easygoing personality that helps him connect with people from all walks of life. Outside of work, he enjoys playing hockey, golfing, and spending time at the cottage with family and friends, whether at Hillside or his parents’ lake in southern Ontario.
Family is a huge part of Derek’s life. He describes himself as fun, outgoing, and family-oriented, and says his proudest accomplishment is being a father to his two awesome kids. Another highlight was playing Jr. A hockey, an achievement he still looks back on proudly.
When he’s not working or spending time with family, you’ll probably find Derek watching Game of Thrones or The Office, listening to just about any kind of music except death metal, or enjoying a relaxing day at the lake.
At Electra Sign Ltd., Derek is known for his approachable personality, sense of humour, and dedication to helping customers bring their signage projects to life.
Some storefront signs need extensive adaptation to work effectively in the built environment. Others arrive with a visual identity already perfectly suited for signage. That was the case with this LED-lit channel letter project for EMPTY CUP at 130, 15 Cooper's Town Rd in Winnipeg.
Electra Sign Ltd. fabricated and installed illuminated channel letters that carried the café’s bold branding directly into the storefront. The clean typography and recognizable circular logo translated naturally into dimensional signage, creating strong readability both during the day and after dark.
The finished installation complements the modern exterior of the space while giving the business a sharp nighttime presence along Cooper’s Town Rd. Bright white LED illumination keeps the sign highly visible without overwhelming the clean architectural aesthetic of the building.
Founded in Winnipeg in 2020, EMPTY CUP has grown from a small garage coffee roaster into a recognizable local café brand known for specialty coffee, nitro cold brew, and community-focused experiences. Their emphasis on creativity, connection, and quality made this project a great fit for a clean, minimal signage approach.
Projects like this highlight how effective branding and thoughtful fabrication work together to create signage that feels seamless with the business itself.
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Electra Sign Ltd. recently completed the fabrication and installation of LED-lit channel letters for The Menopause Practice, located at 1086 St. Mary’s Rd in Winnipeg.
This project was especially meaningful for our team because it continued a working relationship with the professionals behind Body Measure Inc., a business we had collaborated with previously. Being trusted again for a new venture is always something we value.
The Menopause Practice is a private Winnipeg clinic focused on supporting women through perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal health transitions. Founded in collaboration with hormone specialist Annabelle Reimer NP and the team behind Body Measure Inc., the clinic provides personalized care designed to help women maintain long-term health, wellness, and quality of life.
For the exterior signage, the goal was to create a clean and approachable look that aligned with the clinic’s modern branding and welcoming environment. The finished sign features illuminated channel letters and a custom logo icon designed for strong visibility both during the day and at night along the busy St. Mary’s Road corridor.
Healthcare and wellness signage often requires a careful balance between professionalism, visibility, and warmth. The final installation reflects those qualities while helping establish a strong visual presence for the clinic within the community.
At Electra Sign Ltd., we appreciate every opportunity to continue building long-term partnerships with local businesses and organizations throughout Winnipeg.
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