UPCOMING BOSTON FRANCHISE SEMINAR HIGHLIGHTS “SIGN” OF THE TIMES

FASTSIGNS seeks franchisees to add eight locations in the region

CARROLLTON, TX - While local companies continue to invest millions to ensure their image is more dominant than the competition, FASTSIGNS® International, Inc., one of the leading sign and graphic franchises, will host a one-time seminar for local businesspeople and entrepreneurs looking to learn more about franchise opportunities in this booming multi-billion dollar industry. The seminar will be held on July 25, 2007.

With three stores currently operating in the Boston market, FASTSIGNS plans to open an additional eight locations in the area in the next 36 months. The expansion into the local market is part of a national growth plan that calls for approximately 75 centers in 20 markets by the end of 2008.

“The large number of businesses in the Boston market presents a huge opportunity for FASTSIGNS,” said Bill McPherson, vice president of domestic franchise development for FASTSIGNS International, Inc. “Graphics and signage are key components of any business to attract customers and establish brand identity. We look forward to working with local entrepreneurs to further grow our brand locally and offer our sign and graphic solutions to help new and existing businesses in the area achieve their objectives.”

With a growth and profitability that has consistently outpaced the more than $8 billion non-electrical commercial sign industry, FASTSIGNS continues to be recognized as the industry’s leading franchise. The company has a Four-Star Franchise Satisfaction Rating from Franchise Business Review.

Franchising – A “Sign” of the Times
For entrepreneurs looking for a good investment, franchising may be an ideal option. As the sign industry continues to grow, franchising under the support of a well established brand such as FASTSIGNS gives small business owners a chance to be in business for themselves, but not by themselves. Franchising can provide business owners with proven systems and infrastructures, strong brand identities, training and education, and ongoing marketing and operations support.

With a franchise fee of $25,000, FASTSIGNS offers a solid franchise investment opportunity that can provide excellent ROI potential. As the owner of a true B2B business, franchise owners enjoy the benefits of nine-to-five B2B hours, a professional staff and the opportunity to manage their own business, not just operate it.

According to McPherson, FASTSIGNS is seeking franchisees with a strong desire to help grow an already well-established brand in an industry that continues to grow. Prospective franchisees should have experience in sales or middle management or other supervisory experience, and should be able to network and build business relationships within their communities.

About FASTSIGNS®
FASTSIGNS® sign and graphics centers use innovation and technology to make the sign buying process simple by offering consulting, design, production, file transfer, delivery, installation for a full range of custom sign and graphic products, including wide format banners and POP, site signs, exhibit graphics, window and vehicle graphics, decals and labels, safety and identification signage and floor graphics for interior and exterior use.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. recently received Franchise Business Review’s “Franchise 50 Best-in-Category Award” for the business services industry, which is based on levels of franchisee satisfaction. The national franchise market research firm also ranked FASTSIGNS International, Inc. fifth overall on the list of the top 50 franchise companies. The Franchise 50™ awards are an annual ranking by Franchise Business Review of the top 50 franchise companies in the U.S.

Corporate headquarters are in Carrollton, Texas, and centers are located in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, the United Kingdom and Australia (where locations operate under the SIGNWAVE® name). For more information, visit www.fastsigns.com.