About Us
The FASTSIGNS® concept was created in 1985 by Gary Salomon and his partner, the late Bob Schanbaum. Gary had been a franchisee of another business-to-business concept when Bob and he tested the concept of quick-turnaround signs and graphics. Little did Gary know at the time that he and FASTSIGNS® would revolutionize the sign industry and, in fact, help create an entire new niche within the industry.
By late 1987, there were three company-owned FASTSIGNS® centers in the Dallas metroplex. By that time, Gary was committed to growing the FASTSIGNS® brand through franchising. For health reasons, Gary’s business partner was forced to leave the business.
Today, FASTSIGNS® is a recognized leader in the sign industry with over 500 franchised units in six countries -- the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico, Brazil and Australia (operating under the SIGNWAVE® brand). Our per-store gross sales average is the best in the industry by far.* In addition, our franchisee satisfaction has never been greater! FASTSIGNS® was recently recognized as #1 in Business Services and #2 overall in Franchise Business Reviews Annual Top 50. Why FastSigns®?
We think the sign and graphics business is a dynamic, fun, and creative business. A business that allows you to control your future, be actively involved in your community, and provide needed solutions to business customers of all types. Our products and services typically do one of three things; sell, inform, or direct. Companies in all industries and of every size will always need to sell, inform and direct their customers and/or employees. As a result, the sign and graphics industry is a robust, high growth industry that is positioned exceptionally well to withstand changes to the economy, world events, or corporate dynamics. Training and Support
As a FASTSIGNS® franchisee, you'll have our direct and active support from the very beginning:
• Professional expertise to guide you through the site selection and build-out process
• Up to Five Weeks of initial training. One week of training in a FASTSIGNS® center, followed by two weeks at our Headquarters outside of Dallas; up to two weeks of on-site support and guidance during your store's Grand Opening
• Active, ongoing personal support in every aspect of your business
• Many franchisers derive profit by providing financing, leasing and selling inventory & supplies. At FASTSIGNS®, we depend solely on the royalties from our centers for our corporate revenue stream. When you succeed, we succeed! Marketing
Increased awareness of the FASTSIGNS® brand and the opportunity for you to increase your store sales are important, so here are some of the resources we use to market Fatsigns®:
- Marketing Materials.
- Yellow Pages.
- Broadcast Spots.
- Telemarketing.
- Trade Shows.
- Public Relations.
- Marketing Research.
- National Visibility.
- National Accounts Program.
Financial
Cash Investment: $75K
Total Investment: $208K-322K (includes $32-50K)
Minimum Net Worth: $240K/$75K liquid
Franchise Fee: $20K
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