New SIGNARAMA Franchise Opens in Asheville, NC

Business Offers Eco-Friendly Signage Solutions

ASHEVILLE, NC (JUNE 2011) – SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest sign franchise, announces a new store at 1216 Hendersonville Road under the ownership of local residents Ed and Arlene Sullivan.

The couple has a diverse business background that will serve them well in this new venture. Ed was a graphic arts and photography instructor and sold commercial printing for over 25 years, and Arlene has worked in customer service and sales for a variety of industries.

According to the Sullivans, they were looking to make the move to Asheville when this business opportunity became available.

SIGNARAMA of Asheville offers customers a eco-friendly solution for digital printing with the only latex/water-based digital wide format printer in western North Carolina.

“We are very excited to be living in such a vibrant and community oriented city,” said Ed. “SIGNARAMA of Asheville is a full-service sign company, and we are ready to serve the needs of community businesses.”

Last year, Entrepreneur magazine ranked UFG number one in its category for the ninth consecutive year in the publication’s annual “Franchise 500” ranking, which is determined by factors such as financial strength, growth rate and size. Additionally, Franchise Times also ranked UFG as a Top 200 franchise.

About SIGNARAMA (SAR):
With more than 800 locations in 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 of Asheville, contact Ed or Arlene at (828) 575-2250 or info@signarama-asheville.com. For franchising information, please call (800) 465-0362 or visit www.signarama.com.

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