Our Panama City office hosted the 2025-2026 Leadership Bay Class, an elite group of emerging local leaders, for an immersive two-hour look into the world of out-of-home advertising. The visit featured a hands-on "show and tell" from their operations team regarding equipment and safety, followed by an in-depth presentation on creative design and sales. By opening their doors to this community development program, they gained valuable exposure to high-potential local candidates and professional partners they might not have otherwise reached!
At Lamar, giving back starts from the top. Our leadership team empowers and makes it possible for employees to take the time to volunteer and support meaningful causes. From local partnerships to hands-on service, see how our teams across the country are stepping up to make a positive impact in their communities!
Lamar's second class of the Emerging Leaders Program officially wrapped up in late April with a successful Graduation Celebration and Project Presentation Showcase. Throughout the program, participants were challenged to step back and work “on the business” by developing strategic and process improvement initiatives designed to strengthen their teams, operations, and markets. The final presentations were well received, and several project ideas are already being explored and implemented across the organization. We are also excited to share that 25% of this year’s ELP class has already earned promotions since the September 2025 summit. This fast-growing statistic attests to the talent, dedication, and leadership potential within the group. Congratulations again to the ELP Class of 2025 for an outstanding program year and for helping shape the future of Lamar leadership!
At Lamar Advertising Company, we don’t just build billboards, we build environments where you can be heard, contribute meaningfully, and truly be yourself. 🌱 Early Talent: We don't believe in the concept of fetching coffee or running errands. Our interns and early career professionals dive straight into real-world projects that impact our physical and digital networks from day one. 💼 Careers & Growth: Through internal networks and initiatives like our Emerging Leaders Program, we help you discover the best version of yourself with professional development paths that propel long-term career growth. 🎖️ Military & Veterans: We deeply value the leadership, discipline, and operational excellence our veterans bring to our teams. We are proud to provide a civilian workplace that feels like family. ❤️ Community & Impact: We operate in hundreds of communities across the U.S and we live by a simple mission: to leave every single place where we operate better than how we found it.
Honoring the legacy of our heroes, our corporate team came together last week for a special Memorial Day lunch to connect, reflect, and celebrate the true meaning of the holiday
Lamar Advertising Erie spearheaded a partnership with the Erie County Technical School’s graphic design program, hosting over 65 students for a comprehensive look at the billboard process from construction to sales. This hands-on initiative allowed students to present their own work for professional feedback, culminating in a contest where the winning design will be featured on a local digital billboard. By providing real-world industry exposure, the Erie office has strengthened its ties with local educators and established a sustainable pipeline for future creative talent.
We are excited to announce the new Why Lamar Volunteer Award which recognizes Lamar offices that exemplify our culture of service by leaving spaces better than they found them through meaningful volunteer efforts. Our Q1 Why Lamar Volunteer Award winner, Lamar Advertising of Topeka set a high bar for community engagement through its partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shawnee County. They created a high-energy, musical "Trunk or Treat" experience for over 200 local children. The team earned perfect scores in Community Impact, Collaboration, and Equity & Accessibility. With a new office recognized each quarter, we look forward to celebrating our next winning office soon!
We are thrilled to announce that Lamar Media has been recognized in the 2026 VETS Indexes Employer Awards for our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and supporting those who have served.
Behind every service member is a resilient support system. As we continue our Military Appreciation Month recognitions, today we want to specifically honor the spouses within our Lamar family and beyond. Military spouses navigate unique challenges—from frequent relocations to extended periods of solo parenting—all while building their own careers and supporting our nation’s heroes. At Lamar, we recognize that their strength and adaptability are vital to the success of our military-affiliated community. Through our partnerships with organizations like Combat Boots 2 the Boardroom, Greene County’s VA and the USO, we remain committed to creating a workplace that offers the support military families deserve.
At Lamar, we believe in supporting our military communities through action and education. As we kick off Military Appreciation Month, we’re reflecting on the partnerships that make our culture stronger. Whether it’s local engagement with Greene County’s VA and Combat Boots 2 the Boardroom, national campaigns and speaking events with the USO, or celebrating our own Patriot Award winners, we aim to foster a culture of inclusion where the military-affiliated community feels truly supported. Thank you to our military members, veterans, and their families for your service and sacrifice.
