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Sign Biz

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Sign Biz system.

Sign Biz
24681 La Plaza, # 270
Dana Point, CA 92626
800#: (800) 633-5580
Tel: (949) 234-0408
Fax: (949) 234-0426
E-mail: gregs@signbiz.com
Web Site: www.signbiz.com
Contact: Mr. Greg Salzano, VP Business Development


SIGN BIZ was established in 1989 to develop entrepreneurs in the exciting field of computer-aided signmaking (CAS). The business is clean, colorful and provides great diversity. The industry continues to grow at a rate of approximately 13% per year. The SIGN BIZ Network is now the largest chain of CAS businesses worldwide in which owners pay no royalties. By assisting our stores in channeling their profits back into their local marketplace and their business, we can create phenomenal success.




Franchisor Background

Established: 1989
First Franchise: 1989
Franchise Units: 154
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 154

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 40 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 44 in CA, 6 in OH, 5 in NJ

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 5
>Hispanic: 5
>Asian-American: 4
>Native American: 2
>Other: 6

Average Number of Employees: 4 FT, 1 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,500 SF; SC (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $45K
Total Investment: $175K
Average Total Investment: $175K
Minimum Net Worth: $100K

Fees
>Franchise: $20K
>Average Franchise Fee: $20K
>Royalty: 0%
>Advertising: 0%

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): Evergreen
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Yes
Expand In Territory:Yes


Franchisor Support and Training Provided

Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 9
On-Going Support: A,B,c,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 2 Weeks In-Home Study; 6 Days Dana Pt, CA; 4 Days S. California Store Training.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Special assistance for funding via SBA.


Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans

U.S.: All United States


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