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Sir Speedy
We are the world's largest franchised network of printing and marketing service providers. We target the communication needs of small- and medium-sized businesses by partnering with them to help them achieve their business growth objectives. Whether acquiring, retaining, or reactivating customers, or maintaining brand integrity and increasing ROI, Sir Speedy can assist them with a full range of print communications and marketing support. We continually expand our products and services, using state-of-the-art digital technology for business communications, online ordering, Web-to-print solutions, personalized printing, and a complete suite of additional printing, integrated marketing, and marketing communication services.
Franchisor Background
Year Established:
1968
Franchising Since:
1968
IFA Member
CFA Member
Operating Units:
Franchised Units:
502
100%
Company-Owned Units:
0
0%
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Total Operating Units:
502
100%
Geographic Distribution:
U.S.:
378
68.7%
In 37 States
Canada:
79
14.4%
In 2 Canadian Provinces
International:
93
16.9%
In 7 Foreign Countries
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Total:
550
100%
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Density
Units
1. California
37
2. Florida
36
3. Illinois
18
Registered in Following Registration States:
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:
$300K
Cash Investment:
$125-150K
Total Investment:
$275-350K
Average Total Investment:
$313K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:
$25K
Average Franchise Fee:
$25K
On-Going Royalty:
4-6%
Average Royalty:
5%
Advertising Fee:
1-2%
Average Number of Employees:
5+ Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
1,500 to 2,500
Preferred Sites:
Free-standing Building, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Business Park
Encourage Conversions?
Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?
Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry?
No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:
Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:
Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:
No
Size of Corporate Staff:
58
Site Selection Assistance?
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?
Yes
Financial Assistance?
Yes, Direct
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:
No
National Advertising:
Yes
Regional Advertising:
No
Local Advertising:
Yes
Marketing Materials:
Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
