Fastsigns, the franchisor of Fastsigns centers which provide custom sign and graphics products, scooped the Supreme Champion prize at this year’s Global Franchise Awards 2019
The franchising industry descended on Global Franchise’s stand at the IFA 2019 convention in Las Vegas on 26 February, 2019 to take part in the annual celebration of the best international franchises from across the world.
Nine franchises were announced as respective winners of their categories, with one of the nine going on to be named Supreme Champion.
Ross Gilfillan, editor of Global Franchise, said, “The 2019 Global Franchise Awards Supreme Champion was awarded to the category winner which – in the opinion of our judges – did the most in instigating a successful international expansion programme, and done it in such the way it raised the bar in global franchising.
“Various aspects of Fastsigns’ entry impressed the judges, including relationship building, global intention, marketing, and the advancement in the cause of international franchising.”
Catherine Monson, CEO of Fastsigns International, said, “We are honored to be recognized by Global Franchise for our excellence in international franchising and the success we have achieved in the sign, graphics, and visual communications segment. I am a fervent advocate of franchising and constantly work toward raising the bar for what FASTSIGNS can achieve and the impact the franchising industry can have worldwide. Thank you for this prestigious recognition.
“I also just want to say that every one of the winners here today is amazing, and every single one of them deserves this award – congratulations to all of you, you guys all rock!”
The nine category winners are:
UClean – Best Emerging Franchise
Helen Doron Educational Group – Best Children’s & Education Franchise
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit – Best Food & Drink Franchise
BoConcept – Best Lifestyle Franchise
Brightstar Care – Best Nursing & Care Franchise
Neighborly – Best Property & Home Maintenance Franchise
Fastsigns – Best Signage & Communications Franchise
Expense Reduction Analysts – Best White Collar Franchise
Gold’s Gym – Best Fitness Franchise
Click here to find out more about the Global Franchise Awards and to register your interest in the 2020 edition.
