Signs by Tomorrow
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Signs by Tomorrow system.
Signs by Tomorrow
8681 Robert Fulton Dr.
Columbia, MD 21046
800#: (800) 765-7446
Tel: (410) 312-3600
Fax: (410) 312-3520
E-mail: sales@signsbytomorrow.com
Web Site: www.signsbytomorrow.com
Contact: Mr. Mike Cline, Director Franchise Development
Computer-generated, one day, signs and graphics shop. Business-to-business, high growth, high gross margins, service-oriented, multiples possible. Most extensive training and support system. Aggressive R & D program. High rate of franchisee success and satisfaction. No tech experience necessary.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1986
First Franchise: 1987
Franchise Units: 178
Company-Owned Units: 1
Total Units: 179
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 34 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 16 in MD, 15 in PA, 9 in NJ
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,800 SF; SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $50-75K
Total Investment: $200-285K
Average Total Investment: $220K
Minimum Net Worth: $250K
Fees
>Franchise: $28.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $28K
>Royalty: 3-6%
>Advertising: 1%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/20
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 27
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 3 Weeks Headquarters; 2 Weeks in Store.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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