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Signs Express

Signs Express…the leading signs franchise in the UK and Ireland

Signs Express opened its pilot operation in 1989. This centre still operates and enables us to develop new products and carry out research. The first franchise was awarded in 1992 and since then the pioneering franchise programme has developed the Signs Express group into the hugely successful sign franchise it is today.

With a network of more than 80 centres, Signs Express franchisees are ideally placed to benefit from multi-site national customers.

The lucrative B2B marketplace presents the ideal opportunity for success with every business requiring signs and graphics. Combine this potential with Signs Express' excellent brand presence and ongoing training and support; and franchisees have all the tools they need for business success.

Signs Express is firmly established as the leading signs franchise in the UK and Ireland – come and join an award winning team!

Training and Support - How Signs Express franchise will support you

Join Signs Express, the UK and Ireland’s market-leading sign franchise, and you’ll benefit from:

A challenging career with a management franchise
A well-designed and thoroughly proven business operation
A franchise package that includes all you need to set up your business
Preferential arrangements with leading banks
A comprehensive four-week initial training programme
First-class support from our team of experts and your network colleagues
Working as a business professional in a clean and creative environment
Access to our network of national clients such as Daimler-Chrysler and McDonald's
Our buying power as the country’s largest sign company with specially negotiated deals for everyday materials and speciality products
Nationwide awareness of an established brand with a fantastic reputation for quality products and service

"Every Signs Express franchise owner has the foundations for a successful business and the opportunity for high financial rewards "

Ken Bevis, Signs Express, N & NE Lincolnshire

Who's Ideal for Us

As a full member of the British and Irish Franchise Associations, you can be sure that Signs Express franchises adhere to strict codes of business. Signs Express has been regularly recognised by the bfa in their annual awards, bearing testament to our reputation for excellence. In addition, all Signs Express franchise centres are accredited members of the British Sign and Graphics Association who have presented the group with numerous prestigious awards.

As a management franchise, the Signs Express franchise programme is designed around recruiting experienced sign makers for the production process. Our franchisees do not need a background in the sign industry but you will need:

Drive and determination to achieve
Commitment and enthusiasm for hard work
Commercial business-to-business awareness
Excellent management skills and good sales ability

What does a Signs Express franchise cost?

Typical example of franchisee funding arrangements:

Franchisee's Capital Requirement: £32,500
Typical Bank Loan: £55,000
Total Requirement: £ 87,500

Where Signs Express is looking for franchisees

There are currently Signs Express franchise opportunities available across the UK and Ireland.

From time to time a franchise resale opportunity may also arise, for example when one of our franchisees retires. This can provide an exciting chance to buy a business which is already established benefiting from an existing customer base, existing staff and local awareness.

Available locations include – East Midlands, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, North East, East Anglia and West Scotland.

Description: Signs Express is firmly established as the largest and leading signs franchise in the UK and Ireland - come and join an award winning team.

The directors of Signs Express bring together a world-class mix of senior management experience, franchising knowledge and sign industry understanding. They have built what is today a market-leading organisation seen by many as a benchmark for ethical and successful franchising.

Opportunities: Franchises available across the UK and Ireland.

Business Type: Franchise.

Minimum Investment: £87,500.

Financing Assistance: Yes, through a third party.

Training Provided: Yes.

Signs Express Ltd
The Old Church
St Matthews Road
Norwich
NORFOLK
NR1 1SP

Leading signs and graphic franchise Signs Express has gone from strength to strength since its inception in 1989. The group has had its best ever financial year and with more branches in the pipe line; the network of franchisees is growing in record numbers.

With over 80 production centres, Signs Express is the largest sign company in the UK & Ireland. Signs Express’ newest franchisee Michael O’Hara talks about his franchise decision and experiences so far. Michael O’Hara opened his Signs Express production centre in Sligo after realising that owning his own business where he could make the decisions and directly influence its running, would suit him better than working for a multi-national company.

Detailing his career path, Michael comments ‘I've had an interesting route to becoming a franchisee, working in various industry sectors.’

‘I started out in Hotel Management, living and working in France and Switzerland for over three years. On my return to Ireland I joined Statoil, Ireland's largest oil company where I stayed for 9 years.’ During his time with Statoil, Michael worked in both their Finance and Marketing departments - experience which has stood him in great stead for running his own business.

Each Signs Express franchisee takes part in a comprehensive training course covering all areas of the business and receives ongoing support and advice from a dedicated team of over 20 industry professionals at the Head Office; covering all disciplines including technical support, accounts, marketing, IT and operations.

‘After researching a lot of companies, Signs Express were the most professional.’ Comments Michael. ‘On making the trip to the Norwich head quarters, I was absolutely delighted with the set up as it re-enforced my initial thoughts. I contacted several existing franchisees during my research and they all were very positive. The more I dug up about Signs Express, the more they smelt of roses. No-one had a bad word to say about them!’

‘The Signs Express management franchise puts you in the lucrative b2b environment with excellent sales potential from companies of all sizes and industries, so I knew there would be good opportunities to really grow the business.’

‘All of the Signs Express Marketing literature is excellent and their corporate branding, from the smallest key-ring right through to my van, is consistently strong. And after visiting the Head Office and meeting the support team, I felt reassured that help and advice on all elements of the business was only a phone call away. Throughout my training and during the set up of my production unit, I have been very impressed with the level of organisation and advice provided.’

‘Other franchise operations just didn't 'ring my bell' ....they all fell short of Signs Express.’

Providing a full design, manufacture and fitting service for all forms of signage, franchisees operate from light industrial units with a custom designed production centre and dedicated vehicle application bay to offer customers an efficient and professional service. With no sign experience necessary, good management skills and enthusiasm provide the foundations for success within the Signs Express management franchise.