they sought to launch their own business, identifying their combined skills and a desire for strong foundations and excellent future prospects. Neither had any prior signage experience. Simon's sales experience and confi dence in international business complemented Friederike's consultative and graphic design experience, making it an ideal partnership with the FASTSIGNS business model. Acquiring the FASTSIGNS Hammersmith centre in
2011, in the following 15 years, Simon and Friderike grew their business by an astounding 346%. In 2025, they made the decision to relocate back to Simon’s home country, to be closer to his ageing relatives. At their point of sale, their centre turned over more than £1.2million, provided employment for a team of eight and helped countless local businesses with aesthetically pleasing signage. Through their drive to operate a high-investment business, they’ve reaped signifi cant rewards in the form of achieving their goal to set up home in Australia. To help franchisees achieve these results, FASTSIGNS
comprehensive range of business management tools help franchisees run profi table businesses that fulfi l their goals. These tools include technology to enable fi nancial analysis, lead targeting, lead follow-up and marketing programmes, to name a few! Another compelling example is Lee Simpson of
Simon and Friderike Flee
(far left) with some of their team at FASTSIGNS Hammersmith
practical solutions that enhance the visual presence of businesses across all sectors. You don't need to be a sign-making expert – our
focus is on individuals with the right business acumen and a drive for success. Comprehensive training covers all aspects of business operations, sales, marketing and customer service, ensuring franchisees are equipped with knowledge on the latest industry advancements and access to cutting-edge technology and design software keeps the network at the forefront of innovation. FASTSIGNS helps would-be business owners achieve
their personal and professional goals. Take the inspiring journey of Simon and Friederike Slee, former owners of FASTSIGNS Hammersmith. In 2010, Simon, an Australian investment banker and Friederike, a German landscape architect, met in the Middle East and later relocated to London. Following a redundancy opportunity for Simon,
FASTSIGNS St Albans. Lee already ran a well-established photographic reproduction company, but fi rmly believed he and his team were capable of more. He chose to co- brand with FASTSIGNS to enhance his existing operations and create new growth opportunities and expand his customer base. Even when faced with the challenge of launching just as COVID hit in March 2020, just before his training was due to start, our adaptable training team quickly facilitated his remote learning. This enabled Lee to immediately pivot to producing essential items like sneeze screens, fl oor graphics and temporary signage, demonstrating the inherent resilience and adaptability of a FASTSIGNS franchise, regardless of the economic landscape. Lee's centre has since gone from strength to strength, earning a 100% customer satisfaction rating and securing large-scale contracts, with corporations and public institutions, most recently with McLaren Hatfi eld. Joining FASTSIGNS isn't about abandoning your
existing skills, or starting from scratch, but being empowered to achieve more. For those with a business mind, the structure, resources and continuous innovation provided by FASTSIGNS allow you to achieve remarkable things. We foster a collaborative network, encourage the sharing of best practices and empowering our franchisees to deliver high-quality, durable and visually striking solutions, that align with modern business needs. If you're a business-minded professional seeking a
high-opportunity venture, even without prior signage experience, FASTSIGNS offers a proven path to success. We don't just sell signs; we sell a future, supported by a global brand and a dedicated UK support team.
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