Our Mission

We pioneer landmark media and smart city technology to improve lives in cities.

Formed in 2004, OBM began with the purpose of designing and operating iconic out-of-home media that adds to the character of urban places. OBM’s focus has always been on unique, architecturally significant signage in the city core with a community-oriented model of media development.

Through its work in cities across the county, OBM noticed a recurring need for improved wayfinding, discovery, and access, particularly in the dense urban cores. In 2015, IKE Smart City launched in Denver with the goal of building a wayfinding and city communication system for the digital age and delivering it in a self-sustaining business model.

Orange Barrel Media and IKE Smart City share resources across the companies, including staff and ownership. OBM’s legacy and support as a media leader ffer unparalleled benefits to IKE Smart City, and our shared government partners. Together, OBM and IKE provide a comprehensive solution to activating the public realm.