Make Your Statement
With signs and graphics, you can say anything, do anything and be anything! Become a franchisee today.
Overview
- Outlets: 765+
- Minimum Investment: £36,000
- Funding Support: Yes
- Total Investment: £150,000
- Franchise Fee: £21,000
- Business Type: Franchise
- Expected Revenue after 2 Years: £200,000
- Operating Fee: N/A
- Advertising Fee: 2%
- Royalty Fee: 7%
- Average Floor Space: 1,500 sqft
About FASTSIGNS
FASTSIGNS is a global leader in the franchised signs and graphics sector, with over 765 centres operating worldwide. Offering a proven route to successful business ownership, in an industry driven by technology and creativity, to exceed an annual turnover of £1 million.
As a FASTSIGNS franchisee, you’ll help any business, in any industry, make their statement through signs and graphics. Whether they need exterior building signs, signs to direct and inform, signs to decorate, signs to theme an event, or signs to promote - signage is always in demand. So, your business will always be in demand.
Training and Support Provided
With a dedicated, UK-based support team and a US-based Head Office, the business support you’ll receive is at the core of our promise to lead you to grow a profitable business.
With world-leading, industry experts at the helm, you’ll soon feel confident in your journey, as you are nurtured throughout the lifetime of your franchise with us.
“We were definitely nervous, as we were both complete sign novices. But we had help at every turn!” Tunde Sodipo, FASTSIGNS Northampton
Comprehensive Training Delivered
We know signage looks technical, and we can’t deny that it is! But, we have comprehensive training methods designed to ensure you’re well on the path to becoming an expert, when you open the doors of your business.
As a franchisee, you will receive:
- 2 weeks of Foundations Training at our Dallas Head Office
- 1 Week in a UK centre with your mentor
- 1 Week, Centre-based Business Consultant training visit, pre-launch
- 24/7 access to FASTSIGNS University
- Gamification Mobile Access Training
- A robust programme of ongoing training events, in sales, marketing, substrates and more
- Annual visits from US-based industry experts
- 2 Convention event opportunities, per annum
Business Management
Our team of dedicated Business Consultants work with you to develop your business plan, and help you manage your objectives against it for success. We are also able to help you access HR support, accounting support, technical expertise and much more. Whatever you need, whenever you need it.
“We love being owners; being in control of our business and working in it, as well on it. The Head Office Support Team helped us move our mindsets from employees to owners, supporting us to achieve our goals. We’ve grown our business by over 30%, have taken on new team members, and we’re extremely excited for the future!” Melanie & Jose Martinez and Alan White
Marketing Support
We consistently invest in our brand positioning, website, and technology ensuring we can attribute ROI to your marketing activities. Marketing is at the centre of what we do. With consistent ‘On Your Behalf’ marketing activity and local marketing support, we’ll help you ensure your business is as visible as possible.
The Ideal FASTSIGNS Franchisee
Believe it or not, our franchisees rarely join us with previous signage experience! All we require from our franchisees is for you to be organised, business-minded and able to communicate effectively with your customers.
As our franchise opportunity is predominantly a management opportunity, depending on your experience, skills and likes, we can build your team around you! If you’re a great manager, we’ll build a team of sales, design and production around you.
Like-wise if you’re a creative designer, we’ll recruit management skills, sales experience and production expertise.
FASTSIGNS’ History
FASTSIGNS first launched in Dallas, Texas in 1985, reaching the UK in 1994 and has expanded into 8 other countries over the past 37 years. Over this time, FASTSIGNS we’ve helped our franchisees build businesses that facilitate their lifestyle, allowing them to build a career to complements their skills.
To do this, we continuously strive to bring cutting-edge signage technology, coupled with powerful business strategy, so our top centres consistently achieve sales in excess of £1million.
FASTSIGNS has won countless international franchise industry awards and, specifically in the UK, we are consistently awarded 5-star satisfaction from our franchise network.
Next Steps – your exciting future awaits you!
If you would like more information on what are the next steps toward your exciting future, please complete the form below.
Typically banks will lend up to 70% of the total investment. FASTSIGNS have excellent relationships with all major banks and are able to introduce you to franchise specialists in each bank.
The typical total investment is £81,798 (plus working capital), and the franchise fee is £17,500.
Energy & Empowerment: The 2024 FASTSIGNS International Convention
Fresh from this year’s annual conference, FASTSIGNS franchisees are gearing up for another great year!
You might be forgiven for thinking a certain famous theme park has the monopoly on magic in Orlando, Florida! This month, some of the FASTSIGNS UK network brought a little something special to the city, when they attended the annual FASTSIGNS International convention.
This hugely important event is where our Head Office team and global franchisees gather under one roof. During the four-day event, attendees share their experiences from the last year, hear about exciting developments for the future and tap into the collective expertise and experience of their global partners. Every year has a special theme, with 2024’s urging attendees to “Power your Possibilities”, and was packed full of opportunities to network, learn, and collaborate. Attendees enjoyed a whole range of events, including motivational speakers and the always vibrant Vendor’ Show where our suppliers showcase innovative products used in signage.
It’s also a great chance for FASTSIGNS to give something back to the community, as they always find a way to incorporate a charitable activity within the four days. This year, FASTSIGNS teamed up with one of their key partners, Text Request (a mobile payment app), to support a shared cause: Providing food to underprivileged families in America. Through various donations, FASTSIGNS staff and franchisees package an impressive 15,000 meals in collaboration with Feed Children Everywhere.
Sparing a few minutes from the busy schedule, Melanie Martinez from FASTSIGNS Crawley took to social media to share her enthusiasm about the event: “What an amazing time I am having at the FASTSIGNS International Convention 2024 in Orlando! The energy is contagious and I am grateful for the chance to be a part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking community. The knowledge gained, connections made, and memories created will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on our business as well as me personally. A huge thank you to all the team at FASTSIGNS® International for putting on another fantastic convention.”
Of course, it wasn’t all work and no play! There was a real atmosphere of celebration at the event, particularly among the UK team who managed to scoop several big wins at the annual franchisee awards ceremony. Mark Phelps, from FASTSIGNS Kingston, clinched an impressive four awards, including the coveted Highest Centre Volume accolade.
Other UK franchisees, such as FASTSIGNS St Albans, FASTSIGNS Manchester, and FASTSIGNS Hammersmith, were also honoured. We couldn’t be prouder of everything the UK network has achieved. Even though we consider ourselves a global family, here at FASTSIGNS, we can’t help being overjoyed that the UK teams are thriving in terms of their success and achievements!
Aside from celebrating success, the International Convention is so important to everyone at FASTSIGNS in terms of the support and inspiration it offers. It’s a huge part of how our partners enjoy the best of both worlds when it comes to owning a franchise: being independent and in control of their own business but still being part of something so much bigger. Perhaps you see yourself there one day lifting a big award? Anything can happen when you “Power your Possibilities” with FASTSIGNS!
As a franchisee I wanted a franchisor that had more than just a business model. Apart from being a globally trusted brand, FASTSIGNS provides a wide support network of highly regarded professionals with excellent product knowledge. There is a solid platform that ensures franchisees have all the tools required to reach their potential.
FASTSIGNS is the complete package – excellent training and start-up support, professional ongoing marketing and technical support, respected by suppliers and customers.
"They understand that the success of the franchisee is paramount to their success - a rare feature with most franchisors. If I had to do it again - no question about it - FASTSIGNS®."
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