CARROLLTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FASTSIGNS International Inc.—the worldwide franchisor of more than 570 FASTSIGNS® sign, graphics and visual communications centers in eight countries—ended 2014 with 45 new franchise agreements signed and 31 new centers opened in North America, as well as reporting record system-wide sales. Robust growth is expected to continue through 2015 on all fronts.
Company executives say several factors led to another record year in every metric, including continued traction and implementation of the company’s “More Than” brand positioning and expanded products & services; significant growth in the number of outside salespeople due to the company’s in-depth support and training; and high franchisee satisfaction.
“In addition to expanding our franchise system, we continue to focus on technology and expanded products and services,” Chief Executive Officer Catherine Monson said. “There’s a continued growth in demand for comprehensive visual communications solutions. As long as businesses in every country need visibility, our customer base will continue to build for our franchisees.”
In addition to North America expansion, FASTSIGNS also experienced success on the international front with Master Franchise Agreements signed for the United Arab Emirates and North Africa. FASTSIGNS also retained World Franchise Associates to help expansion efforts in Southeast Asia and to continue franchise growth in the Middle East.
World Franchise Associates Chief Operating Officer for Southeast Asia, Troy Franklin, stated, “FASTSIGNS is the worldwide leader in the visual communications industry. With its dominant brand name, proven business model and superior technology, the franchise is well positioned to meet the higher standards and expectations of a new generation of customers across Southeast Asia.”
Company executives said franchise growth plans call for an estimated 50 new FASTSIGNS centers to open by year’s end in North America and expansion into five new countries. They also noted that the franchise is continuing to seek growth opportunities in Mexico, Southeast Asia, Central and South America, India, and the Middle East based on strong demand in those countries for FASTSIGNS core offerings of signs, graphics, printing, promotional products and related marketing services.
For franchise information, visit www.fastsigns.com or contact Mark Jameson (mark.jameson@fastsigns.com or 214-346-5679) or Troy Franklin (troy@worldfranchiseassociates.com, +60192101909 or Skype: tfranklin).
About FASTSIGNS®
FASTSIGNS centers, which are independently owned and operated, provide comprehensive visual communications solutions to help customers of all sizes – across all industries – meet their business objectives and increase their business visibility through the use of signs, graphics, printing, promotional products and related marketing services. FASTSIGNS was named the top sign and graphics franchise by the Franchise Research Institute and earned certification as a 2014 World-Class Franchise by the organization for the eighth consecutive year.
