Established in 1999, Showdown Displays has continuously propelled itself towards excellence, fostering exceptional growth driven by innovation, a collaborative corporate culture, and unparalleled customer experiences. Headquartered in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, Showdown Displays stands as a premier, privately-held global manufacturer and supplier of cutting-edge visual communication, event, and display products.

We exclusively partner with leading distributors across diverse industries including Promotional Product Distributors, Marketing & Experiential Agencies, Exhibit Display Providers, Sign Shops, Commercial Printers, and Event Planners.

At Showdown Displays, we are defined by our Mission Statement “Great Products, Legendary Customer Experiences.” This legendary experience is best exemplified through our On Target Guarantee. This commitment permeates every aspect of our operations, ensuring that our clients receive nothing short of exceptional service and superior quality products.

Showdown Displays takes pride in the numerous awards/accolades received from esteemed publications and associations. Recognized by Inc. Magazine, Counselor Magazine, PromoMarketing Magazine, Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, and Minnesota Business Magazine, we have earned our reputation as the trailblazer in visual communication products. Additionally, esteemed associations such as ASI, CCW, and PPAI have lauded our commitment to excellence. Furthermore, we are honored to be consistently recognized as one of Minnesota's top employers.

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Minnesota and the Czech Republic, we ensure efficient, socially responsible production practices that exceed industry standards.

Offering top-quality promotional and visual communications displays to the European market since 1995, our sister company, Showdown Displays Europe is headquartered in Prestanov, Czech Republic. Their dedicated team of 185 professionals operate out of two primary European locations, serving clients in more than 45 countries. To learn more about products and services from Showdown Displays Europe check out www.showdowndisplays.eu

Showdown Displays is proudly owned by Pfingsten Partners, an operationally focused private equity firm with a rich history dating back to 1989. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, with representative offices in ChangAn, China, New Delhi, India, and Chennai, India, Pfingsten Partners specializes in building better businesses through operational improvements, professional management practices, and sustainable growth strategies. With a track record of success spanning over three decades, Pfingsten Partners has raised five investment funds totaling approximately $2 billion and has acquired more than 140 manufacturing, distribution, and business services companies.

For more information about Pfingsten Partners, please visit www.pfingsten.com.

• Sustainability
  • EcoVadis: Silver Medal (2023)
• Customer Service Excellence
  • American Business Awards®: Winner – Customer Service Executive of the Year (2023)
    • Recipient: Jim Thomsen, Vice President Customer Success
    • People’s Choice Stevie Award: Sales and Customer Service
  • Best in Customer Service – Global: ContactCenterWorld (2023, 2022)
  • Best in Customer Service – North America: ContactCenterWorld (2023, 2022)
  • ICMI Best Contact Center Supervisor: Darlene Unger (2022)
  • Best in Class, Top 5 National Contact Centers, Under 99 Seats: CCW Excellence Awards (2019, 2018, 2017)
  • CCW Next Generation Leader: Darlene Unger (2021)
  • CCW Next Generation Leader: Tyris Thomas (2021)
  • CCW Excellence Awards Contact Leader of the Year: Jim Thomsen, VP Customer Success
• Industry and Supplier Recognition & Awards
  • Counselor Magazine’s Top 40 Suppliers: Showdown Displays (2022, 2021, 2020)
  • PPAI Industry Awards
    • PPAI Pyramid Awards:
      • Silver Pyramid Award: Trade Show Look Book (2024)
      • Gold Pyramid Award: Unbranded Virtual Showroom (2023)
      • Silver Pyramid Award: Showdown Displays Virtual Showroom (2022)
      • Silver Pyramid Award: Self Promotion Marketing Award (2019)
      • Silver Pyramid Award: Supplier Award (2018)
    • PPAI Supplier Star Winner (2021, 2017, 2016, 2015)
    • PPAI Image Awards
      • Silver Award: Integrated Supplier Product Marketing (2017)
      • Bronze Award: Printed Supplier Catalog 1, Category 1-25 pages (2016)
      • Bronze Award: Printed Supplier Catalog IV, Category 150+ Pages (2016)
    • PPAI Media #Online18: #13 (2024)
  • Print+PromoMarketing Magazine: Supplier Excellence Award Winner – Banners & Signage (2022, 2021)
  • VPPA: Supplier of the Year (2021)
  • CPPA: Supplier of the Year (2019)
  • VAPPA: Supplier of the Year (2019)
  • OPPA: Supplier of the Year (2019)
  • ASI Counselor Magazine’s Distributor Choice Award Winner: Flags & Banners (2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011)
  • ASI Counselor Magazine’s Distributor Choice Award Winner: Signs & Displays (2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011)
  • ASI Counselor Magazine’s Distributor Supplier of the Year (2017)
  • PromoMarketing Magazine’s Supplier Excellence Award Winner: Signs & Banners (2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012)
  • Manufacturer’s Alliance Manufacturer of the Year, Mid-Size Company (2016)
  • Minneapolis Business Magazine’s Manufacture of the Year
    • Any Size Company (2014)
    • Mid-Size Company (2013)
• Leadership and Visionary Awards
  • PPAI Women’s View Supplier Visionary Award: Shari Garvalia (2022)
  • Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal CFO of the Year Award: Deb Weston (2015)
  • Minneapolis Business Magazine’s Emerging Leader of the Year: Janet Bearmon, VP Human Resources (2015)
  • Minneapolis Business Magazine’s Executive of the Year Award: John Bruellman CEO (2014)
• Employee Satisfaction and Workplace Recognition
  • ASI Counselor Magazine’s “Best Place to Work” (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011)
  • Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal “Best Places to Work” (2015)
  • Minneapolis Business Magazine’s Manufacturer of the Year: Various categories and years
• Community and Partnership Recognition
  • Horizon Goodwill Industries: Business Partner of the Year (2015)
  • EXHIBITORLIVE: Buyers Choice Award (2005)
• Business Growth and Success
  • Inc. 5000: Fastest Growing Private Companies in America (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008)
• Certifications
  • IDEA Alliance: G7 Master Certification (2011 – Present)