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HONK and Southland Printing Launch Strategic Partnership to Bring Unattended Payments to More Parking Locations Across North America

March 29, 2022

HONK and Southland Printing Launch Strategic Partnership to Bring Unattended Payments to More Parking Locations Across North America

By combining HONK’s industry leading contactless payment technology with Southland’s ticketing and transit network, best-in-class unattended payments are coming to more locations across the US and Canada

TORONTO, ON & SHREVEPORT, LA – HONK, North America’s leading provider of unattended contactless payments for parking, and Southland Printing (Southland), global provider of ticketing and transit solutions, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership that will bring HONK’s unattended payment solutions to more parking locations, across more geographies, starting immediately.

“Southland Printing could not be happier with our new strategic partnership with HONK,” said Jay Manno, President, Southland Printing. “This partnership strengthens the Southland brand – giving our customers & prospective customers more variety in solutions for their parking & transportation needs to go along with a variety of quality products Southland continues to offer all over the world. By promoting a top quality product in HONK we look forward to seeing both our organizations grow together into the future.”

Southland has over 60 years experience of ticketing and transit solutions for the parking industry. Serving customers around the globe, in over 49 countries, Southland has been a pioneer in the ever changing ticketing world. HONK’s contactless payment technology is trusted by municipalities, colleges & universities, real estate owners, and private parking operators throughout North America to increase throughput and revenue, while reducing operating costs and redundancies.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Southland to bring our suite of contactless payment solutions to more customers across the globe,” said Michael Back, HONK Founder and CEO. “Now more than ever, parking operators are seeking touchless, unattended payment solutions to streamline their operations while simultaneously giving their customers safe payment options. Our partnership with Southland provides an immediate avenue to achieve this goal by expanding our reach and filling consumer demand for quick, safe and convenient parking.”

By combining expertise, networks and reach, the partnership between HONK and Southland Printing brings industry-leading unattended contactless payments to more parking facilities across the US and Canada at a time when consumer demand is at an all-time high.

About Southland Printing Company, Inc.
Founded in 1960 by John Manno, Sr. and currently under the leadership of Jay Manno, Southland Printing Company, Inc. delivers high-quality printed parking and transit products that meet the ever-changing needs of its customers. This commitment is evident through Southland’s market leadership and strong customer relationships. With its broad range of print-based solutions, Southland is trusted by more than 1,000 organizations in the United States and abroad, including parking operators, transit authorities, municipalities, universities, hospitals, and airports. Southland Printing is headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana. For additional information about Southland’s products and services, visit www.SouthlandPrinting.com.

About HONK

HONK is North America’s leading provider of safe, contactless payments for the parking industry. Since 2013, HONK has been creating touchless solutions to make paying for parking easier, faster, and safer for drivers. Motorists can download the HonkAPP to search and pay for parking, and extend their parking session right from their phone. Or they can opt to use HonkTAP smart stations for a contactless way to pay. Simply tap or scan a mobile phone — no app download or pay station required. HONK is trusted by millions of drivers, and is accepted at over 5,000 locations across the United States and Canada. honkmobile.com

For information, interview and images, please contact:

Rachel Lemkow
Director, Marketing
rachel@honkmobile.com
(416) 574-5832

Bockbrader joins Oobeo, Inc. as commercial sales leader

January 03, 2022

Bockbrader joins Oobeo, Inc. as commercial sales leader

Toledo, OH – Oobeo, Inc., a parking technology company offering contactless parking software – is pleased to announce the hiring of Michael Bockbrader as its new director of sales, commercial. Mr. Bockbrader, a commercial real estate and strategic procurement professional, brings more than 25 years of sales and business management expertise to Oobeo, an independent subsidiary of Toledo-based Toledo Ticket Technologies.

“We welcome Mike to the team. As a self-starter, Mike understands what commercial clients are looking for. His
expertise in the commercial real estate sector is an asset as we look to grow Oobeo’s parking solutions footprint where its technology can benefit vendors and consumers alike,” said Dave Dorner, executive vice president for both Oobeo, Inc. and Toledo Ticket Technologies.

Mr. Bockbrader will work with Oobeo’s team in identifying new opportunities to advance sales of its self-parking software solutions in cities throughout the U.S., starting in Ohio.

“I am excited to join Oobeo. There are so many opportunities for Oobeo’s technology to be implemented in cities and commercial real estate venues across the U.S. Its platform has solutions that are unique and cost effective for businesses, and I look forward to having those conversations and increasing Oobeo’s sales and partnerships,” he said.

Oobeo – acquired by Toledo Ticket in February 2021 – offers cloud-based software that streamlines parking operations through web, mobile and SMS technology. Oobeo’s technology enables clients in industries such as hospitality, education and healthcare, to deliver unparalleled customer satisfaction and access through parking management and ticketing services. The company offers solutions for ticketless valet, mobile payment, permit management and attendant collected payments.

“Oobeo offers the best in parking software technology with an unmatched user experience. With no app to download, Oobeo is a more affordable alternative that doesn’t require any up-front hardware or capital investments, which we know can be a deterrent for companies and venues when looking at parking technology. With Oobeo’s technology combined with Toledo Ticket’s vast array of ticketing solutions, we are a one-stop shop for ticketing and parking management software solutions,” Mr. Dorner said.

Mr. Bockbrader started his new position with Oobeo on Dec. 1, 2021. Prior to this, he served as senior vice president at Sperry CGA – Treasure and Associates in Columbus, OH, where he was responsible for selling and/or leasing commercial real estate properties to many different clients including industrial, office, land, multifamily, retailer and portfolio transactions. He leased or sold more than $5 million in property values annually. Mr. Bockbrader holds a bachelor of business administration degree from The University of Toledo and is a licensed real estate agent in Ohio. He and his wife, Elizabeth, along with their family reside in Grandview Heights, Ohio.

About Oobeo
Oobeo, a subsidiary of Toledo Ticket Technologies, is a streamlined, subscription based, parking software company that works with clients individually on how best to automate their parking solution needs. Oobeo offers contactless payment options without the need to download an app. It offers technology solutions for ticketless valet, mobile payment, permit management and attendant collected payments.

ToledoTicket.com

Contact: Dave Dorner, Executive Vice President (ddorner@toledoticket.com)

Cole Ticket Solutions launches West Coast stock program

January 03, 2022

Cole Ticket Solutions launches West Coast stock program

Los Angeles, CA: Cole Ticket Solutions Inc. (CTS) is proud to announce their just-in-time stock program, providing West Coast customers with a reliable local source of revenue control products for the Parking, Transportation, and Mobility industries.

“I have worked with Susan Cole for many years for my airport ticket and hangtag needs at both the local and regional level. We have always been able to count on Susan to provide the best product on time. More than once, Susan has pulled a ‘miracle’ to help cover an immediate need.” said Jeff Cushman, Director, National Programs ABM Aviation.

“It is an honor to supply products and services to best-in-class parking operator like ABM. Their commitment to equality and diversity in their workforces and engagement in diversity with their vendor selection is a true testament to their core values, said Susan Cole, CEO/Founder CTS.”

About Cole Ticket Solutions, Inc. (CTS)

Susan Cole founded CTS in 2021. CTS is a 100% woman-owned business delivering products and solutions for customers that require complex and highly detailed revenue control products in the transit, parking, and mobility industries. CTS is an approved and certified ACDBE/DBE/SBE/WBE/LBE/MBE partner in multiple states throughout the US. For additional information about Cole Ticket Solutions, please visit www.coletickets.com.

Contact:

media@coletickets.com

Cole Ticket Solutions Inc

(626) 827 -7657

Toledo Ticket Technologies and Oobeo, Inc. announce acquisition to bring customers more options in ticket technology

February 10, 2021

Toledo Ticket Technologies and Oobeo, Inc. announce acquisition to bring customers more options in ticket technology

Toledo Ticket Technologies, a worldwide leader in ticketing solutions, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Oobeo, Inc., a parking technology company specializing in valet management solutions and web-based contactless payment systems. The move further enhances and grows Toledo Ticket’s evolving product portfolio and technology-based solutions. Dave Dorner, EVP Toledo Ticket, has assumed new responsibility as president of Oobeo, Inc. Dorner said “the acquisition of Oobeo is another step in Toledo Ticket’s strategic plan to provide additional technologies for secure access across the parking and event ticketing industries.”

Oobeo offers cloud-based software that streamlines parking operations through web, mobile and SMS technology. Oobeo’s technology enables clients in industries including hospitality, education and healthcare, across the U.S., to deliver unparalleled customer satisfaction and access through valet management and ticketing services.

“We are excited to welcome Oobeo to the Toledo Ticket Technologies team. Their products are the best available and deliver an unmatched user experience. Couple that with employees dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality of service and most advanced software, Oobeo is the perfect partner for us,” said Tom Carter, president and chief executive officer, Toledo Ticket Technologies. “For more than 110 years, Toledo Ticket has prided itself in understanding the challenges our customers face and how we can help them achieve their goals. The acquisition of Oobeo reinforces our commitment to providing our customers with the most technologically advanced solutions to their ticketing and parking management challenges. We are the first hybrid ticketing solutions provider to the parking industry.”

Unlike other options available, Oobeo’s technology works via text messaging so customers do not need to download an app to utilize these services. Oobeo offers three different parking platform solutions for parking operators: valet parking management, pay by space (self-parking) and permit management. The technology offers an efficient and economical operating platform for operators, property owners, colleges, and municipalities and a seamless experience for their customers.

“Toledo Ticket Technologies is the perfect fit for Oobeo. With its stellar reputation, credibility and access, it is a natural fit for us and allows Oobeo to continue to grow our footprint and technology solutions,” said Tom Bexx, Director of Product Development, Oobeo. “When I started Oobeo six years ago, we could only have hoped to eventually become part of a company that’s so well respected and admired across the entire parking community.”

Investment banking services were provided to Toledo Ticket by TrueNorth Capital Partners, led by managing director Andy Bess.

About Toledo Ticket Technologies

Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Toledo Ticket Technologies is a five-generation family-owned company; certified by most parking equipment manufacturers and serving more than 6,500 parking facilities and 2,000 sports and event venues worldwide.

PERMALIGHT® Substrates Creativity Contest – Deadline January 31, 2021

December 14, 2020

PERMALIGHT^® Substrates Creativity Contest – Deadline January 31, 2021

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Torrance, CA, Release: American PERMALIGHT^® is holding a contest to see how people are using PERMALIGHT^®Photoluminescent Substrates to make creative glow-in-the-dark art, signs, safety products, and other original projects. Prizes for this contest range in value from $2,500-$350 and include Online Marketing Opportunities from American PERMALIGHT^®‘s recently launched Professional Services.

PERMALIGHT^® carries a variety of photoluminescent substrates – from rigid PVC or aluminum sheets, flexible vinyl, or self-adhesive flexible films. Well known in the sign-making industry for making photoluminescent “glow-in-the-dark” code-compliant staircase identification signs, PERMALIGHT^® substrates can be used in a wide variety of inventive and creative glow-in-the-dark projects.

Some creative projects made with PERMALIGHT® Photoluminescent Substrates

To enter, take clear photos of your creative project that include the use of a PERMALIGHT^® photoluminescent substrate (at least one photo in light and one in darkness showing the glow), and include a paragraph about your project and your contact details. Send entries to info@AmericanPermalight.com Must be 18 years and older to enter. Entry deadline is January 31, 2021.

Full contest and prize details for the PERMALIGHT^® Substrates Creativity Contest can be found on this post on their website https://www.americanpermalight.shop/news/permalight-substrate-creativity-contest/

About American PERMALIGHT^® Inc.:

American PERMALIGHT^® Inc. is a leading manufacturer of photoluminescent egress path marking products, printable substrates, exit signs, safety foam guards, and other safety products, and started as a California incorporation in March of 1988. The company is a fully owned subsidiary of Kroschke sign-international GmbH in Braunschweig, Germany. Kroschke is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturer.

American PERMALIGHT^® Inc. has over 32 years of experience and takes pride in being considered a leading photoluminescent manufacturer. Our quality products have been installed in the New York City World Trade Center, the International Space Station (ISS), and in hundreds of other locations across the United States. For many years we have been recognized in the industry as a trusted manufacturer and source of quality life safety products, a team of experts that deliver top-notch customer service, and an industry-leading PERMALIGHT^® Certified Installer Program.

American PERMALIGHT^® has a team of subject matter experts who offer several professional services that provide solutions to help you navigate through this niche market. These include photoluminescent material take-offs, building code consultation, product training, installation training, sales training, and more out of our US headquarters in Torrance, California.

Toledo Ticket Becomes Toledo Ticket Technologies

September 25, 2020

Toledo Ticket Becomes Toledo Ticket Technologies

The Toledo Ticket Company, a worldwide leading provider of ticketing solutions, announced it has become Toledo Ticket Technologies. The name change reflects the company’s evolving product offerings from traditional ticketing to technology-based solutions like touchless ticketing and contactless payment solutions.

“Our new name embodies our commitment to our customers. For 110 years, we have continuously adapted our products and services to meet the needs of the industries and clients we serve,’ said Tom Carter, president and chief operating officer, Toledo Ticket Technologies. “We are proud to offer technology solutions that keepbusinesses running smoothly in today’s world and beyond.”

Carter said that while the name has changed, the philosophy of the company remains the same as when his great-great grandfather Grant F. Northrup founded the business in 1910: “Nothing is more critical to satisfying customers than high- quality products at an affordable price.”

“Building relationships is at the core of who we are as a company. We do not believe we have a traditional customer- vendor relationship, but that we are partners whose successes depend on each other. We spend a lot of time in conversations with our customers as it is important for us to understand the challenges our customer’s face and how we can help them achieve their goals,”. “I welcome anyone that sees a need or has an idea to improve the end-user’s access experience to reach out to me directly. I would love to hear your thoughts” Carter said

While we will continue to offer all the great products and services we are known for, our name changesignifies our commitment to our customers, and the industry, to continue to provide new and innovative technologies.

Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Toledo Ticket Technologies is a five-generation family owned company; certified by most parking equipment manufacturers and serving more than 6,500 parking facilities and 2,000 sports and event venues Worldwide.

For more information on Toledo Ticket Technologies visit: www.toledoticket.com.

Leonard Simek Named Vice President of Strategic Alliances at The Toledo Ticket Company

September 10, 2019

Leonard Simek Named Vice President of Strategic Alliances

at The Toledo Ticket Company

(TOLEDO, OH, Sept. 10, 2019) Leonard Simek was recently named Vice President of Strategic Alliances for The Toledo Ticket Company, a leading provider of ticketing solutions for nearly 110 years. Simek, who joined Toledo Ticket in 2013 as Business Development Manager, has over 30 years of experience in printing and sales. Before joining Toledo Ticket Simek held senior management positions in the printing industry.

As Vice President of Strategic Alliances, Simek will continue to work with the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that the company produces tickets for and will work with international, national, and regional customers to strengthen and build new strategic business partnerships. Simek, along with Executive Vice President Dave Dorner, will be involved in creating and implementing strategic initiatives and the continuing education and training of the sales team.

‘I really enjoy teaching and working with the sales staff,” said Simek. “And I like to learn new things myself. I have been in this business for 31 years and I’m still learning.”

“The Carter family at Toledo Ticket has been great to me as well as all the sales staff,” said Simek. “I have always believed in the personal touch when working with a customer and going the extra mile to make sure a customer is taken care of. The Toledo Ticket Company has that same customer service outlook.”

“We think of our customers as family and work hard to provide quality service and products as well as assist our customers with answers to situations that may not be related to tickets,” he said.

Toledo Ticket, which began in 1910 as a provider of tickets to movie theatres and carnivals, today produces consecutive numbering, bar codes, magnetic stripes, multi-part valet, scratch-off tickets, pay & display, pay-by-space, access and debit cards, and spitter tickets for thermal/non-thermal revenue control. It manufacturers and provides products in all50 states and more than 30 countries.

Southland Printing Acquires Assets of Digital Printing Systems

September 09, 2019

Southland Printing Acquires Assets of Digital Printing Systems

SHREVEPORT, LA, September 9, 2019 – Southland Printing Company, Inc. today announced that it has acquired substantially all the business assets of Digital Printing Systems, Inc., a leading provider of printed parking and transit products. Digital Printing Systems, founded in 1971 by Don Nores and based in Azusa, CA, serves more than 500 customers in over 30 countries and is known for high quality products and personalized customer service.

“It’s such an honor to be entrusted by the Nores family to continue building on the legacy of their business,” said John Manno, Jr., President and CEO of Southland Printing Company. “To assure a smooth transition we will be offering employment to many of Digital’s key personnel and we will transfer their customers’ order history, pricing, artwork and dies to Southland. Southland, as a family owned and operated business, is dedicated to providing our customers, new and old, the best products, service and value.”

“This acquisition insures that our customers will continue to receive exceptional service and quality U.S. made products,” said Peter Young, Digital’s President. “Our shared family-business values align perfectly and we know we can rely on Southland’s continued commitment to the parking and transit customers we both have served for decades.”

With this acquisition, Southland Printing Company cements its position as the market leader in printed parking and transit products.

In the months to come, customers can continue to place orders directly with Digital Printing Systems and Southland Printing. As the companies work to consolidate the operations into Shreveport, Louisiana, customers and vendors will receive regular updates.

This transaction was facilitated by Strategic Growth, Inc., a private investment banker for the parking and event ticket markets. Southland was advised by Kean Miller LLP (legal advisor) and KPMG (financial and accounting advisor). Digital Printing Systems was advised by Hahn & Hahn, LLP (legal advisor) and Lucas Horsfall (accounting and tax advisor).

About Southland Printing Company, Inc.

Founded in 1960 by John Manno, Sr. and currently under the leadership of John Manno, Jr., Southland Printing Company, Inc. delivers high quality printed parking and transit products that meet the ever-changing needs of its customers. This commitment is evident though Southland’s market leadership and strong customer relationships.

With its broad range of print-based solutions, Southland is trusted by more than 1,000 organizations in the United States and abroad, including parking operators, transit authorities, municipalities, universities, hospitals, and airports. Southland Printing is headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana. For additional information about Southland’s products and services, visit www.SouthlandPrinting.com.

About Digital Printing Systems, Inc.

Digital Printing Systems, Inc. was founded by Donald J. Nores in 1971. Since then, Digital, with the commitment of its owners, the Nores family, and under the leadership of its President, Peter Young, has grown to become a leader in printed products for the transit and parking markets. Headquartered in Azusa, California, Digital serves customers around the world. For additional information about Digital Printing Systems, visit www.DPStickets.com.

Contact:

Jean Nixon

Administrative Assistant to Mr. John Manno, Jr.

Southland Printing Company, Inc.

(318) 221-8662

jean@southlandprinting.com

Southland Printing Company, Inc. promotes Charles McHenry to Sales Manager

May 23, 2019

Southland Printing Company, Inc. promotes Charles McHenry to Sales Manager

Southland Printing Company, Inc. has announced the promotion of Charles McHenry to Sales Manager. McHenry has been with the company for 13 years in various sales capacities.

John Manno, Jr., President of Southland says that “Charles made this choice easy. He has always demonstrated superior customer service.” Charles will lead a sales team composed of five regional sales representatives: Kris Catch (West), John Cordaro (South), Tricia Rukstalis (North), John Beehler (North East), and Gary Flowers (South East). He is looking forward to helping each of them grow Southland’s presence in the industry.

About Southland Printing Company Inc.:

For over 50 years, Southland Printing Company, Inc., has been focused on quality. From our tickets to our technology, we have served the parking and transit industries as a trusted and reliable partner. From the press room to the boardroom, Southland Printing Company, Inc., has been fully engaged in the business success of our customers – in all 50 states and over 49 countries. The Future Is Certainly Bright. At Southland Printing Company, Inc., we are well positioned to support our current customers as well as welcome new customers to the Southland Family. We are excited to carry our rich history into the future with a substantial investment in new technology as well as new efforts to share how this technology can improve the business future of our customers. We look forward to an exciting future with you.

www.southlandprinting.com

Toledo Ticket Company: Mitchell Carter Named Eastern Regional Sales Manager

May 06, 2019

Toledo Ticket Company: Mitchell Carter Named Eastern Regional Sales Manager

Mitchell Carter was named Eastern Regional Sales Manager in March 2019, for The Toledo Ticket Company, a leading provider of ticketing solutions for nearly 110 years. As a member of the founding family of Toledo Ticket, Mitch says that he has gained a new appreciation for the longevity of the company as well as its progressive nature.

“I was always generally aware of my father and grandfather’s work growing up, but now that I’m part of the company, I see how broad Toledo Ticket’s capabilities are and how far it has come.”

As the Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Mitch will maintain the client base and sales of tickets, cards, tags and coupons within the Eastern region, including Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia.

“I hope my youthfulness helps bring a new outlook to Toledo Ticket,” said Mitch. “I plan to help interlace the two primary functions of the company and bring them closer together so that clients can see how broad our services and capabilities are today.”

That versatility includes the company’s “green approach” to flexible services and products, which have grown from every form of ticket imaginable to RFID tags and credentials for colleges, universities, municipal, healthcare, government, and institutional, as well as private parking operations to improve security and convenience.

“I plan to do all I can to help make sure Toledo Ticket is around for another 100 years,” said Mitch.

www.toledoticket.com

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