Fastsigns Ranks #80 on Top 500 U.S. Franchise List

FASTSIGNS International Inc. (Carrolton, TX) has been named one of the top 500 franchises in the U.S. Entrepreneur Magazine ranked Fastsigns eightieth on its Franchise 500®, and ranked it first in the sign-and-graphic category.
The most important factors that determine the rankings include financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system. The franchises that grew the most were the ones who serve a budget-minded consumers, didn t cost as much to set up, or both.
Fastsigns recently secured $4 million in financing for franchisees opening new centers. Fastsigns opened more than 20 centers in 2010 and anticipates opening an additional 35 centers in 2011. “The sign and graphics industry is well-positioned to withstand changes, even within the challenging economic landscape that we are currently in,” said Fastsigns President Catherine Monson. “With these challenges come unique opportunities that individuals who wish to reach their full potential can take advantage of with Fastsigns.”
Fastsigns was ranked in the Franchise 500®: # 80 (2011) #85 (2010); #108 (2009); #138 (2008); #100 (2007); #106 (2006).
For franchise information, contact Mark Jameson or Brian Wieters at mark.jameson@fastsigns.com and brian.wieters@fastsigns.com. Mark and Brian can also be contacted at (800) 827-7446.