by UFG | Oct 1, 2012 | News
North Olmstead, Ohio (September 28, 2012) – EmbroidMe, the world’s largest embroidery franchise, announces a new store at 3683 Clague Road, under the ownership Cristina Bertero.
Before moving to the United States, Bertero worked in Brazil as an attorney. She says, “During the past 15 years in the USA, I am proud to say that I helped my daughters grow and develop into beautiful women. Now I am turning another page in my life, and I am very proud and excited about this new challenge.”
Bertero says she feels “confident and full of energy” at this stage in her life and owning a business has long been a dream of hers. “I am excited to be part of the EmbroidMe family and to create close relationships with each one of my clients.”
The EmbroidMe in North Olmstead will be open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and by appointment only on Saturday. They are closed on Sundays.
With nearly 400 retail locations, EmbroidMe provides full-service custom embroidery and screen-printing for apparel, as well as promotional products and gifts to both the private and commercial segments of the business community.
For more information on EmbroidMe in North Olmstead, contact Bertero at 440-716-8899. For franchising information, please call 800-727-6720 or visit www.embroidme.com.
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by UFG | Aug 30, 2012 | News
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (August 30, 2012) – SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest sign franchise, announces a new store at 7175 W. Lake Mead Blvd., Suite 150, in Las Vegas, under the ownership of local resident R. Scott Peet.
Prior to becoming a SIGNARAMA franchisee, Peet was an account manager for Hitachi Electronic Devices, Inc. where he sold electronic display components to major global customers.
“I was looking for a business that could take advantage of the many opportunities in the Las Vegas area, and SIGNARAMA looked like the perfect fit for me and the area,” says Peet. “I also wanted to find a business that would help me be an active member in the local community.”
The new SIGNARAMA in Las Vegas will be open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A grand opening will take place in September, please contact Peet for more details.
Approaching 900 stores in more than 50 countries, SIGNARAMA uses cutting-edge industry software programs to provide a full range of comprehensive sign and graphic services to both the private and commercial segments of the business community.
For more information on SIGNARAMA in Las Vegas, contact Peet at 702-727-8032 or go to www.signarama-summerlin.com. For franchising information, please call (800) 465-0362 or visit www.signarama.com.
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by UFG | Aug 28, 2012 | News
DEERFIELD, IL (August 28, 2012) – SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest sign franchise, announces a new store at 461 Lake Cook Road, under the ownership of local resident Ken Pywell.
Pywell has over 30 years of professional sales and marketing management experience with a variety of industrial manufacturers.
“Discovering SIGNARAMA came at a perfect time in my life because I was looking for an opportunity to do something on my own after being in the corporate world for over 30 years,” says Pywell. “Becoming part of the sign industry has been very exciting to me. The biggest challenge to any business today is developing and communicating an image, and that’s where I come in. Our primary mission is helping a business reveal to their customers and prospects what their business is and the value they provide to their customers.”
SIGNARAMA Deerfield is a member of both the Deerfield and Northbrook Chambers of Commerce and is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and by appointment.
Approaching 900 stores in more than 50 countries, SIGNARAMA uses cutting-edge industry software programs to provide a full range of comprehensive sign and graphic services to both the private and commercial segments of the business community.
For more information on SIGNARAMA in Deerfield, contact Pywell at 847-239-5793. For franchising information, please call (800) 465-0362 or visit www.signarama.com.
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by UFG | Aug 27, 2012 | News
World’s Largest Sign Franchise Opens Newest Location with Zambian Businessman Rocky Sombe
West Palm Beach, FL (August 22, 2012) – SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest full-service sign business, announced today that it has expanded its global reach into Zambia. SIGNARAMA signed a Master Licensing Agreement with Zambian businessman and entrepreneur Rocky Sombe last summer and opened its flagship location in the capital of Lusaka this July, which is already providing marketing solutions and generating new business leads in its first few weeks.
“We continue to enjoy great success and growth around the world because of entrepreneurs such as Rocky Sombe joining our team,” said “JT” Jim Tatem, president of SIGNARAMA. “Rocky’s business acumen, leadership in the community and franchise expertise will continue to serve him well as he develops the SIGNARAMA brand across Zambia.”
Sombe, an accountant by trade, has been involved in the Zambian banking industry for many years. He has owned several successful franchise concepts and was recently elected president of the Zambian Rotary Club. An avid philanthropist as well, Sombe’s rotary induction ceremony, which showcased his SIGNARAMA franchise to many of Zambia’s business leaders, also raised 7.5 million ZMK for two Zambian orphanages.
“Community is important to me,” said Sombe. “With SIGNARAMA, I have the unique opportunity to establish an already successful franchise model in a new market while strengthening my country’s economic future. My SIGNARAMA team and I look forward to helping our customers build their businesses by providing them with personal attention and superior marketing materials.”
SIGNARAMA is part of a successful system of business-to-business franchise brands and development services under the United Franchise Group. As part of the $30-billion-plus worldwide sign market, SIGNARAMA has been at the forefront of the sign industry for more than two decades providing cost effective advertising and branding solutions for companies to increase recognition. Growth continues to be a focus for SIGNARAMA, both domestically and internationally. Currently the company boasts nearly 900 locations in more than 50 countries including Albania, Colombia and Australia.
Each and every SIGNARAMA store features trained specialists that understand the unique advertising and marketing needs of today’s constantly evolving market and can offer impactful solutions from digital signage to vehicle wraps, banners, and monument, neon, LED and pylon signs.
About SIGNARAMA (SAR)
Approaching 900 locations in more than 50 countries, SIGNARAMA uses cutting-edge industry software programs to provide a full range of comprehensive sign and graphic services to both the private and commercial segments of the business community. For franchising information, please call (800) 465-0362 or visit www.signarama.com.
About the United Franchise Group (UFG)
United Franchise Group, the Global Leader for Entrepreneurs, is a $500-million franchising expert with 30 years of experience and 1,400 franchise locations in over 50 countries. Brands include SIGNARAMA, EmbroidMe, Super Green Solutions and Transworld Business Advisors. Information on franchising opportunities is available at 800-286-8671 (U.S.) or 001-561-640-5570 (international).
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by UFG | Aug 2, 2012 | News
World’s Largest Sign Franchise Ranked in Entrepreneur’s 2012 Top Global Franchises List
West Palm Beach, FL (August 2, 2012) – SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest full-service sign franchise, announced today that it has been ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s “Top Global Franchises” list. SIGNARAMA ranked #118, up from #140 since last year’s recognition. The listing features the franchises that are performing best on an international level. The full list will be featured in the October 2012 issue of the magazine.
“With nearly 900 locations in 50 countries, our tremendous international growth is due in part to our outstanding team of global franchising experts,” said “JT” Jim Tatem, President of SIGNARAMA. “This honor is a true testament to our hard work and those who work diligently to support the growth and success of the SIGNARAMA brand around the globe.”
Selected from thousands of franchises that have invested in international expansion strategies, the Top Global Franchises listing is based on how franchises ranked in Entrepreneur’s 2012 Franchise 500 ranking. The franchises are ranked based on financial strength, stability, growth rate and size of the system.
SIGNARAMA is part of a successful system of business-to-business franchise brands and development services under the United Franchise Group. As part of the $30-billion-plus worldwide sign market, SIGNARAMA has been at the forefront of the sign industry for more than two decades providing cost effective advertising and branding solutions for companies to increase recognition. Growth continues to be a focus for SIGNARAMA, both domestically and internationally. Currently the company boasts nearly 900 locations in more than 50 countries including Albania, Colombia and Australia.
Each and every SIGNARAMA store features trained specialists that understand the unique advertising and marketing needs of today’s constantly evolving market and can offer impactful solutions from digital signage to vehicle wraps, banners, and monument, neon, LED and pylon signs.
About SIGNARAMA (SAR)
Approaching 900 locations in more than 50 countries, SIGNARAMA uses cutting-edge industry software programs to provide a full range of comprehensive sign and graphic services to both the private and commercial segments of the business community. For franchising information, please call (800) 465-0362 or visit www.signarama.com.
About the United Franchise Group (UFG):
United Franchise Group, the Global Leader for Entrepreneurs, is a $500-million franchising expert with 30 years of experience and 1,400 franchise locations in over 50 countries. Brands include SIGNARAMA, EmbroidMe, Super Green Solutions and Transworld Business Advisors. Information on franchising opportunities is available at 800-286-8671 (U.S.) or 001-561-640-5570 (international).
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