FASTSIGNS Helps Elevate Local Sign Business in Toledo, Ohio

FASTSIGNS® continues to set the bar as a leader in the visual communications industry with the announcement of the signing of a new conversion franchise in Toledo, OH. Through a combination of new center development and conversions of existing independent shops, the company is focused on national expansion to offer FASTSIGNS as the dominant brand name.

The new Toledo FASTSIGNS will be a conversion of the independent sign and graphics store, Toledo Signs and Designs and is expected to convert in April 2011 in Springfield Township. Having owned and operated the store for the past 13 years, local owner Karrie Brock saw it as an ideal time to affiliate herself with an industry-leading franchise system to help her continue to grow her business.

"Despite the economy, our company has remained successful, but becoming a part of the FASTSIGNS franchise community presents us with the opportunity to grow at a whole new level," said Brock. "The FASTSIGNS franchise owners are supportive of each other and we are excited to have the chance to bounce ideas off other FASTSIGNS franchise owners who have a vast knowledge of the business model."

In addition, FASTSIGNS has also recently secured $4 million in financing for franchisees opening new centers.

"FASTSIGNS offers a proven economic model and stability to individuals looking to increase their profits while decreasing costs," said Mark Jameson, Senior Vice President of Franchise Development for FASTSIGNS. "Our conversion initiative allows store owners to experience all the benefits and support of an established system while remaining in business for themselves."

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the worldwide franchisor for the more than 530 FASTSIGNS® sign and graphic centers

Centers provide consulting, file transfer, design, production, delivery and installation for a full range of custom sign and graphic solutions.

For franchise information: http://www.franchisegator.com/FASTSIGNS-franchise/