Stuart Stein

Stuart Stein is the President and 3rd Generation Owner of ESCO Manufacturing, a leading wholesale sign manufacturer based in Watertown, South Dakota.2 He took over the family business operations in 2020, succeeding his father Mark Stein and grandfather Clint Stein, who founded the company in 1965.1

Professional Background

Stuart has been with ESCO Manufacturing since July 2014, when he initially joined as President.2 His experience in the sign industry extends beyond ESCO, as he previously worked as an Account Representative at Stein Sign Display in 2004.2

Before fully committing to the family business, Stuart gained diverse professional experience:

• Business Manager at Sharp Automotive (2012-2014)
• Vice President at Wells Fargo (2005-2012)2

Education

Stuart holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Augustana University in South Dakota, where he graduated with a 3.69 GPA.2

Industry Involvement

Stuart is actively involved in the sign industry:

• Member of the ISA Elite (Class of 2019)
• ISA Board Member since 2023
• Director of Approved Product Vendors for the World Sign Association since 20212

Community Engagement

Outside of his professional roles, Stuart has been serving as a Watertown School District Board Member since 2015.2

Personal Life

Stuart is married to a YouTube star and is a father of four children. He enjoys various hobbies, including golfing, playing piano and bass guitar, and participating in obstacle course racing.2