Imagine wanting to celebrate the heart of your community—your donors—with a thank you that’s as dynamic and vibrant as their contributions. Now, picture doing it with a solution so simple, it feels like magic. For Blaire Siems, a dedicated board member and head of the fundraising committee for the Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Complex, this wasn’t a dream. It became their reality with Arreya Digital Signage and the game-changing Amazon Signage Stick.
What if you could transform your engagement, share your story, and manage it all with a smile, knowing you have a partner with over 20 years of experience by your side? That’s exactly what Blaire and her team discovered.
The Goal: A Donor Display That Lives and Breathes
The Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Complex envisioned a donor thank you wall that was more than just names on a plaque. They needed a solution that could be easily updated—reflecting new support, celebrating milestones, and even accommodating changes without the hassle and cost of physical remakes. “We wanted something that looked great and was incredibly affordable,” Blaire shared, recalling their admiration for the digital donor wall at the Stead Family Children’s Hospital, which led them to Arreya.
Their challenge? They already had the TV hardware and a team ready to help with the physical signage. They just needed the heart of the system: powerful, intuitive software. “Arreya was able to provide just the software, which was exactly what we needed, and it was incredibly affordable,” Blaire noted.
Why Simple Signage Wins Hearts: The Arreya and Amazon Signage Stick Advantage
In a world of complex tech, Arreya strives for simplicity. When Blaire’s team explored their options, they found other companies offered only bundled hardware and software packages that didn’t fit their specific needs. Arreya stood out. “We’re here to make it simple and rewarding,” and our approach is to meet clients exactly where they are.
The implementation was a testament to this philosophy:
- A Warm Welcome to Digital Signage: Blaire described the Arreya training as “straightforward,” lasting only about 45 minutes. She and another board member quickly got the hang of it.
- Your Creativity, Unleashed with Ease: One of the most exciting parts for Blaire’s team was the intuitive nature of Arreya’s Creative Studio. “We found Arreya’s system intuitive, allowing them to use familiar tools like PowerPoint and Canva for content creation,” she explained. Imagine the joy of seeing your vision come to life using tools you already love! Creating templates and uploading donor information took them only about an hour.
- The Magic of the Amazon Signage Stick: Setting up the display was equally breezy. Blaire’s team initially used an Amazon Fire Stick, and the setup was a breeze. “It was very easy to set up, taking only about 30 minutes, with the most time spent locating the Amazon account password,” Blaire reported. This highlights the beautiful simplicity that users also experience with the new Amazon Signage Stick, a device we at Arreya are thrilled to partner with Amazon on. This plug-and-play ease eliminated the more cumbersome previous method of using a USB drive because the TV couldn’t connect directly to a website. With the Amazon Signage Stick, content flows effortlessly.
- Support That Lifts You Up: Even with a simple system, a friendly hand is always welcome. Blaire noted that when they encountered minor questions, the Arreya team provided quick and helpful support. You’re never alone—our team is here to lift you up.
More Than Just Donors: A Canvas for Community Spirit
The impact of Arreya’s digital signage, powered by the simplicity of devices like the Amazon Signage Stick, extended far beyond the donor wall.
“We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from donors, who found the signage clean and professional,” Blaire shared. But the versatility truly sparked excitement. The complex now uses the displays for:
- Employee awards
- Company logos
- Birthday messages
- Engaging content feeds like a March Madness bracket and weather updates—a big hit for a sports facility! Blaire even expressed excitement about the potential for a College World Series feed.
“The board and staff were happy with the system, especially considering its minimal cost,” Blaire added. The ease of use was so apparent that two other employees were quickly trained, thanks to the platform’s similarity to common programs like PowerPoint and Canva.
Your Vision, Our Expertise: Let’s Create Something Amazing
Blaire Siems and the Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Complex discovered that powerful, professional, and heartwarming digital signage doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With Arreya’s cloud-based software, the effortless setup of the Amazon Signage Stick, and our dedicated support, they transformed their ability to connect, celebrate, and communicate.
“This wasn’t just about workplace safety. Our people saw themselves and their families in the display. That’s powerful,” an HR lead from PACCAR, another valued Arreya client, once said, highlighting the profound connections digital signage can create. The Southeast Iowa JBS Sports Complex is now experiencing its own version of that power, fostering community and appreciation.
IN CONCLUSION :
Ready to transform your communication and bring your vision to life with the same ease and delight? With Arreya, an industry leader for over two decades and the only U.S. vendor offering software with custom-fabricated enclosures and displays, you get an all-in-one solution. From our intuitive Creative Studio to seamless hardware integration with devices like the Amazon Signage Stick, we’re here to help you shine.
Let’s make your message unforgettable. We’re with you every step of the way—contact Arreya today!