With demand for signage is all formats booming, it’s no wonder that franchises such as FASTSIGNS are in strong demand
FASTSIGNS is more than a franchise opportunity — it’s the chance to be a part of an internationally-recognized brand and the largest sign, graphics, and visual communications franchisor in North America with a constantly-expanding world footprint.
FASTSIGNS is part of a $29 billion industry, in which its share was $446 million in system-wide revenue in 2016. Moreover, it’s a great time to be a part of this thriving sector of franchising; the International Sign Association sees a promising future for the industry as the worldwide need for visual communications and digital signage technology continues to grow.
Signage and visual graphics is an exciting, rapidly-expanding business and FASTSIGNS continues to be a top-rated franchise opportunity. If you’re seeking a business opportunity that offers you the chance to meet a growing demand for eye-catching graphics and marketing through franchising with an established brand with a proven business model, look no further than FASTSIGNS.
FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the largest sign and visual communications franchisor in North America and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 660 independently-owned and operated FASTSIGNS centers in eight countries, including the U.S., Canada, England, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Grand Cayman, Mexico, and Australia. CEO Catherine Monson recently told Forbes that her ultimate goal is to grow FASTSIGNS to 2,500 locations in 25 countries. So it’s safe to say that FASTSIGNS has ample franchise opportunities around the world.
Over the last two years, FASTSIGNS International, Inc. has signed over 100 new franchise agreements and opened more than 80 new, co-branded and conversion locations throughout the United States and around the world, including its first location in Dubai — the first of 12 centers planned for the UAE. The brand has also sold future development rights to include North Africa and the Caribbean, Canada and the U.K. and continues to grow aggressively in Australia under the SIGNWAVE brand.
FASTSIGNS is targeting aggressive expansion in Canada, including seeking a master franchisee for the Quebec province and is targeting growth in Mexico, Southeast Asia, Central and South America, Brazil, India, and the Middle East, as well as on the Caribbean islands Barbados, Bermuda, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.
FASTSIGNS investment
The total investment to open a FASTSIGNS in the U.S. is between $182,329 and $267,520 USD, which includes a $47,500 franchise fee. The minimum requirements for prospective franchisees include $80,000 in available capital and a $250,000 net worth. The per-center gross sales average for a full-service FASTSIGNS center is the best in the industry, by far, at $778,611.*
Co-brand franchise offerings
The beauty of a FASTSIGNS franchise is its adaptability and versatility in the 21st century. With the availability of the Internet, industries involving photography and print are slowly declining. As a leader in the signs and graphics industry, FASTSIGNS offers incredible advantages and sign franchise opportunities to individuals, including co-brand and conversion franchise offerings.
FASTSIGNS’ co-brand franchise offerings allow owners of established, related businesses to add a FASTSIGNS center to expand their product lines and services, while benefiting from ongoing training and support from the franchise system. Opportunities are available for just $15,000 down on the franchise fee and FASTSIGNS’ layouts can fit into as little as 400 square feet of your existing business. FASTSIGNS often co-brands with print shops, camera stores, trophy engraving businesses, photo-processing companies, and embroidering shops — but the opportunities are endless.
When franchisees co-brand with FASTSIGNS, they immediately benefit from brand recognition, access to an ad fund that is over 2.5 times greater than that of our next largest competitor, access to a nationwide network of franchisees, and access to top-of-the-line training and support.
Conversion franchise offerings
As a business owner, you know how challenging it can be to establish brand recognition and serve your local market. FASTSIGNS’ conversion franchise offerings allow business owners to join an established brand with a proven business model and support system to help them successfully meet the needs of their business community. In fact, FASTSIGNS’ allowance often covers much of the conversion cost. Reaching your full potential is easy when you join with the #1 ranked sign franchise in the industry.
Why FASTSIGNS is an industry leader
FASTSIGNS always has remained on the cutting-edge of its industry. Ever since FASTSIGNS first opened its doors back in 1985, the brand knew that it needed to continue growing alongside the industry if it wanted to stay profitable and successful. That commitment has allowed FASTSIGNS to develop into a highly-adaptable company, providing visual marketing solutions that meet the ever-evolving needs of its franchisees and clients.
The need and demand for signage and graphics continues to grow. Businesses are looking for new and innovative ways to compete for attention in a visually-oriented world and, as a result, FASTSIGNS franchisees are in the perfect position to achieve long-term success by crafting creative, cutting-edge solutions for businesses on a local and global scale.
Joining FASTSIGNS immediately broadens your horizons. Instead of struggling to stay relevant in a competitive industry, franchisees instantly join the #1 brand in the sign, graphics, and visual communications industry.
Why you should consider a master franchise with FASTSIGNS
FASTSIGNS is an internationally recognized brand and the largest sign, graphics, and visual communications franchisor
FASTSIGNS is part of a $29 billion industry, in which its share was $446 million in system wide revenue in 2016.
CEO Catherine Monson wants to grow FASTSIGNS to 2,500 locations in 25 countries, so there are ample franchise opportunities around the world.
The per-center gross sales average for a full-service FASTSIGNS center is the best in the industry, by far, at $778,611.*
For the last 11 years, FASTSIGNS has achieved world class franchise certification — the highest honor bestowed by the Franchise Research Institute.
AT A GLANCE
Name of franchise: FASTSIGNS International, Inc.
Established: 1985
Number of franchised outlets: 660
Location of units: United States, Canada, England, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Grand Cayman, Mexico, and Australia
Investment range: $182,329 USD – $267,520 USD; Master Franchise: $300,000 USD – $750,000 USD
Minimum required capital: $80,000 USD; Master Franchise: $1 million+ USD
Web: www.fastsigns.com
Contact: Mark Jameson, mark.jameson@fastsigns.com Tel. 214-346-5679
* Per FASTSIGNS 04.30.2017 Franchise Disclosure Document, (FDD) and other sign franchises that disclose sales information in their FDDs.
