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.
When the going gets tough, the tough get franchising!
Any time is the right time to start a new business, if you choose the right opportunity!
You may dream of starting your own business, but there always seems to be a reason to hold back, doesn’t there? Sometimes, it’s the little voice of doubt in the back of your mind saying, “Is now really the right time? Is this too risky?” making it all too tempting to wait… and then another year has gone by.
We get it. The world is a pretty uncertain place these days and has been for a while. Which is why joining a franchise like FASTSIGNS can make sense, even with those hesitations around the economy, rising costs, or just wondering if we’re the right fit for you. This is because most of the pain around starting a business has been worked out for you when you invest in a proven business model like ours.
Of course, there’s never a 100% guarantee in business, but by joining a franchise, there are ways to both minimise the risk of failure and gain a massive head start, without feeling like you’re gambling away your finances and the future of you and your family.
FASTSIGNS is designed to give you the best possible chance of success. So, what makes our franchise stand out as such a great opportunity for you?
You’ll be offering a service which never goes out of demand
Signage is such a big part of our lives, it’s easy to take for granted. Next time you’re in a shopping centre, a school or library, or even just visiting a small business, take a moment to look around. Signs are everywhere – marketing, advertising, wayfinding, safety info, you name it. What’s more, they constantly need updating and improving, as buildings, regulations, and products change.
Even when times are hard, businesses and public bodies need signs, perhaps even more so, if they’re going to stand out for all the right reasons. While customers’ exact needs might change depending on the economy, the fact is that great signage is something which never goes out of demand. By supplying our franchisees with cutting-edge machinery and tech, and fostering a culture of creative problem solving, we ensure they’re always at the forefront of this busy market.
Projects such as London Gatwick's STEM education centre showcase an ongoing demand for signage in diverse areas. This vibrant space showcased the enduring demand for innovative signage solutions. By using bold colours and creative designs, FASTSIGNS created an engaging environment that captivates and educates students, supporting STEM interest and careers for the future.
A proven track record of not just surviving but thriving
FASTSIGNS has been operating for 40 years, growing our network to over 700 locations in 9 countries. Believe us when we say our team has seen it all when it comes to economic storms, changing governments and global pandemics. It hasn’t always been easy, but every time we’ve faced a challenge, we’ve come through it stronger.
We’ve learnt how to adapt our business offerings and how to support each other through everything, which is exactly what you’ll tap into as one of our partners. You'll be part of a brand consistently showing it can rise to meet any challenge, with the backing of systems and support that have helped hundreds of others succeed.
A franchise model which has stood the test of time
Franchises are amongst the toughest, most robust business models, especially one like ours which has been perfected and refined through all the ups and downs the last 4 decades could throw at us.
Instead of building something from scratch, joining a well-established franchise means stepping on the shoulders of those who’ve gone before you, making the most of our proven model with built-in support, brand recognition and systems that already work. Franchises like FASTSIGNS offer the tools, training, and guidance you need to get up and running quickly, with far less guesswork and risk than going it alone. As part of our franchise network, you’ll also benefit from our collective knowledge, experience, and buying power.
Financially… it just works!
On top of everything, joining a franchise like FASTSIGNS is a far more financially viable and cost-efficient way to run your own business than starting something from scratch. With supplier relationships and operational models already in place, not to mention a fantastic reputation for you to trade on from day one, you gain incredible value for your investment and the ability to see a return on your investment fairly quickly.
Don’t let another year go by before your dream becomes reality!
There’s never a “perfect” time to start a business, but there is a right way to do it. No one knows for sure what will happen tomorrow, but why leave it to chance?
So, are you ready to rise above the uncertainty and build the future you deserve? Get in touch to learn more about how you can make it happen.
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®."
FASTSIGNS | The Franchise Opportunity
