Business Details
16 Years
experience
Premier Outdoor Advertising Solutions in Washington, DC
Capitol Outdoor is a national billboard advertising company with landmark locations and premier out-of-home (OOH) inventory across the top-30 U.S. markets. With over 25 years of industry experience, we specialize in traditional and digital billboards, wallscape, kiosks, and transit advertising, delivering impactful branding opportunities in high-traffic areas. Our commitment to personalized service, strategic placements, and client relationships ensures maximum reach and frequency for campaigns.We combine deep industry expertise with a dedication to perfection, offering tailored solutions for Fortune 1000 clients and local businesses alike. Our team works closely with property owners to manage billboard installations, leasing, and operations, ensuring seamless execution and optimal returns on advertising investments.
Services
Traditional Billboards
Digital Billboards
Wallscape Advertising
Transit Ads
Kiosk Displays
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in the out-of-home advertising industry.
- Our inventory includes premium locations in top-30 U.S. markets.
- We offer diverse media options, including digital billboards and transit ads.
- Our team provides personalized service and strategic campaign planning.
- We manage all aspects of billboard operations for property owners.
Services
Traditional Billboards
Traditional billboards offer high-visibility advertising in prime locations across top U.S. markets. These static displays ensure consistent brand exposure to high-traffic areas, ideal for long-term campaigns. Our strategic placements maximize audience reach and recall for businesses of all sizes.
Digital Billboards
Digital billboards provide dynamic, rotating ad content with real-time updates for enhanced engagement. These high-impact displays support multimedia elements and targeted messaging, adapting to changing campaign needs. Ideal for time-sensitive promotions and interactive storytelling in key markets.
Wallscape Advertising
Wallscape advertising transforms large building facades into immersive brand experiences. These oversized displays dominate urban landscapes, offering creative flexibility for eye-catching visuals. Perfect for high-traffic zones where traditional formats cannot compete for attention.
Transit Advertising
Transit advertising reaches commuters through bus shelters, train stations, and vehicle wraps. These mobile and static placements ensure daily exposure to captive audiences. Our network covers major metropolitan areas for consistent brand reinforcement during travel routines.
Kiosk Displays
Kiosk displays deliver targeted messaging in high-foot-traffic locations like shopping centers and transit hubs. These interactive units engage audiences with touch-screen capabilities and multimedia content. Ideal for localized campaigns requiring direct consumer interaction and immediate call-to-action.
People
John Polis
Co-Founder
John Polis co-founded Capitol Outdoor after establishing a successful restaurant and bar network in 1990. He has grown the company into a national outdoor advertising platform operating in 16 U.S. markets.
Christopher Tavlarides
Co-Founder
Christopher Tavlarides co-founded Capitol Outdoor and brings expertise from diverse sectors including film, tech, and telecom. He co-founded Sophia Entertainment Group, applying cross-industry innovation to outdoor advertising solutions.
Questions
What services does Capitol Outdoor offer?
We provide traditional and digital billboards, wallscape, transit ads, and kiosk displays across top-30 U.S. markets.
How can I add a billboard to my property?
Contact our real estate team to discuss leasing, installation, and management of billboard advertising on your property.
What markets do you operate in?
We serve 16 major markets including Washington, DC, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Dallas.
How do you ensure campaign effectiveness?
We use strategic placements in high-traffic areas and combine decades of industry experience with data-driven insights.
Can you help with existing billboards?
Yes, we manage all aspects of existing billboards including leasing, ad production, and maintenance.
What makes Capitol Outdoor unique?
We combine premium locations, personalized service, and 25+ years of expertise to deliver measurable advertising results.
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