Derek Olbrycht Account Executive Electra Sign Ltd.

June 18, 2026

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.

ProActive Massage LED-lit Channel Letters

May 21, 2026

Electra Sign Ltd. fabricated and installed custom LED-lit channel letter signage for ProActive Massage Therapy at 567 St. Anne’s Rd in Winnipeg, MB.

While the finished signage appears clean and straightforward, projects like this often involve thoughtful refinements behind the scenes. When translating a logo into illuminated channel letters, certain design elements sometimes need adjustment to maintain readability, balanced illumination, and long-term fabrication performance.

For ProActive Massage Therapy, subtle refinements to portions of the logo helped preserve the personality of the brand while improving visibility from the street during both daytime and evening conditions. The darker outlines and clean white LED illumination created strong contrast against the building’s warm exterior finishes, helping the storefront stand out without feeling overly bright or aggressive.

The signage also reflects the atmosphere ProActive Massage Therapy aims to create for clients. Their clinic focuses on honest treatment, supportive care, and helping people move and feel better in a welcoming environment. Carrying that approachable feeling into the exterior branding was an important part of the overall project.

In addition to the building signage, the project also included updated illuminated pylon signage for the property, helping improve visibility for both vehicle and pedestrian traffic along St. Anne’s Road.

Projects like this are a good example of how effective signage combines branding, lighting, fabrication, and architectural integration into a single finished product.

Electra Sign Ltd. is proud to continue designing, fabricating, and installing custom commercial signage solutions throughout Winnipeg and Manitoba.

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Balancing Detail and Illumination: A Custom Sign for Prairie Trail Physiotherapy

May 11, 2026

Not every signage project comes with ideal conditions. Some require a bit more problem-solving—and that was exactly the case at Prairie Trail Physiotherapy on Taylor Avenue in Winnipeg.

Working within a compact bulkhead, this project involved integrating a detailed logo and clean typography into a limited footprint without sacrificing legibility, especially at night. With LED-lit channel letters, achieving even illumination across intricate shapes can be a challenge. Too much light and finer details wash out. Too little and clarity is lost. This one required a careful balance.

From fabrication through installation, the focus was on precision. Each letter and logo element had to be proportioned and lit in a way that maintained consistency across the entire sign face. The result is a clean, readable installation that holds its presence after dark without overpowering the building façade.

Prairie Trail Physiotherapy is known for its hands-on, active approach to recovery, focusing on movement, education, and personalized treatment plans. Their team works closely with patients to help them understand injuries, build strength, and prevent future issues through guided care and exercise.

That same attention to detail is something we aim to reflect in the signage we build. In this case, it meant ensuring that every part of their brand, from the wheat icon to the letterforms, remains sharp, balanced, and visible at any time of day.

Located at 1190 Taylor Ave, the finished sign fits naturally within the architecture while still standing out where it matters. It is a strong example of how thoughtful design and precise fabrication can turn spatial constraints into a refined final result.