Signs Now
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Signs Now system.
Signs Now
6976 Professional Parkway East
Sarasota, FL 34240
800#: (800) 853-3373
Tel: (941) 373-1958
Fax: (941) 388-9507
E-mail: franchiseinfo@signsnow.com
Web Site: www.signsnow.com
Contact: Mr. Phil LeBlanc, Franchise Development Manager
For over 20 years, SIGNS NOW has been a leading franchisor of signage and digital graphics centers and we remain a top innovator in providing high-quality visual communications solutions. SIGNS NOW is also a part of Allegra Network, LLC, one of the largest print and graphics franchisors in the world.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1983
First Franchise: 1986
Franchise Units: 216
Company-Owned Units: 2
Total Units: 216
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 41 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 28 in FL, 21 in IL, 15 in NC
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 1%
>Hispanic: 3%
>Asian-American: 1%
>Native American:
>Other: 1%
Average Number of Employees: 3 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,800 - 2,400 SF; SF, SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $50-75K
Total Investment: $140-280K
Average Total Investment: $210K
Minimum Net Worth: $150K
Fees
>Franchise: $30K
>Average Franchise Fee: $30K
>Royalty: 6%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/20
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: NA
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 21
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 3 Weeks Bradenton, FL; 2 Weeks in Actual Center.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: SIGNS NOW offers minority owners all of the same benefits and is currently (3/7/2006) developing minority strategies in several key markets.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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