Allegra Network LLC Franchise News

SBT founder Joe McGuinness to partner with Allegra Network investors in his 162-unit signs and graphics franchise company.
January 30, 2012 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Members of Allegra Network LLC’s leadership team, the leading franchise network of nearly 500 marketing, print and sign companies, have reached an agreement to invest in an entity that will purchase the assets of Signs By Tomorrow, Inc., a 162-unit network of firms providing indoor and outdoor signage, exhibit displays, vehicle wraps and other large-scale graphics. The transaction is expected to close by the end of February. The new entity will continue to do business as Signs By Tomorrow.
Investors from Allegra Network include Mike Marcantonio, majority investor, President and CEO, along with other members of the company’s leadership team...

Leading Marketing, Print, and Graphic Communications Franchisor Lends Tactical Advice for Selling to the Non-profit Market
January 23, 2012 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Allegra Network LLC, one of the world’s leading marketing, print, sign and graphic communications franchisors, announced today that Vice President of Marketing Jessica Eng will co-present a seminar on strategies for selling to the non-profit market at the PODi Application Forum taking place Jan. 23-25, 2012 at the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas.
Teaming-up with Digital Innovations Group President Kate Dunn, the presentation will teach business owners, top-level managers and salespeople how to break into the non-profit market and develop win-win solutions...

October 13, 2011 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich., – Allegra Network, LLC and AlphaGraphics, Inc. announced today that the companies will again team up to host a joint Technology Expo, July 19-20, 2012, at the Marriot World Center in Orlando, Fla.
“We owe a special thank you to our suppliers for supporting this joint event,” said Carl Gerhardt, chairman of Allegra Network. “As a result of this year’s successful expo in Las Vegas, we look forward to what should be an even larger event next year.”
“Both our owners and vendor partners appreciated the opportunity to gain more knowledge and meet many more people in the same amount of time as previous years,” added Kevin K. Cushing, CEO of AlphaGraphics...

September 12, 2011 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich. -- Marketing, print and graphic communications franchisor Allegra Network recently honored Xerox Corporation, the world's leading business process and document management company, with the "2010 Supplier of the Year" award at the company's recent annual convention.

Voted on by the company's print division franchise members, the award is given annually to a supplier that has growth initiatives to support their businesses, provides strong financial incentives and quick problem-solving avenues, offers leading-edge technologies, resolves customer complaints quickly and fosters strong communication.

"Xerox has been a preferred supplier for more than 10 years," said Allegra Network Vice President of Technology Tim Wood...

Facebook fans choose The Hancock Leadership Program as the most deserving nonprofit to receive custom-fit marketing and graphic communications services April 06, 2011 // Franchising.com // FINDLAY, Ohio – Allegra today announced that it will transform The Hancock Leadership Program's Class of 2011's marketing and graphic communications into a dream come true.

"The Allegra Nonprofit Challenge" awarded the program $1,000 in marketing and graphic communication services, which will be custom-fit by the local Allegra center in Findlay. These services include 220 custom t-shirts, among other promotional materials.

"It's quite an honor to be chosen by our local community as one of the most deserving nonprofit organizations in the nation to receive these free services from Allegra," said Rachael Rahrig, Public Relations Coordinator of the FindlayHancock County Chamber of Commerce and 2011 Hancock Leadership class member...

First Advantage Program agreements signals a new path to success for small commercial printers January 27, 2011 // Franchising.com // PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Allegra Network announced today that it has signed its first two agreements through the company's innovative AdvantageTM Program.

Providing print and sign companies with a new path to improved operating efficiencies, higher earnings and a stronger marketing position within their respective industries, Allegra Network's Advantage Program offers the opportunity to become franchise members through the company's Allegra Marketing Print Mail and Signs Now brands.

Eugene and Paula Montanez of ZAP Printing in Corona, Calif. are the first business owners to become Allegra Marketing Print Mail franchise members through the Allegra Advantage™ Program, and co-owners Tom Beaver, Olivia Warner and Bill Collins of Indiana Stamp in Ft...

COO of Leading Marketing, Print and Graphic Communications Company Advocates the Importance of Franchising in Local Communities October 11, 2010 // Franchising.com // NORTHVILLE, Mich. – Steve White, Chief Operating Officer of Allegra Network LLC, joined 500 franchise leaders in Washington, D.C. on September 13 – 14 to demonstrate the importance of franchising in the U.S. economy.

The 11th annual International Franchise Association (IFA) Public Affairs Conference brought more than 500 franchisors, franchisees and suppliers to Washington to lobby Congress on issues important to franchising such as access to credit, tax laws, health care and labor policies.

"As a 25-year veteran of franchising, I've seen tremendous positive growth and changes in the industry," said White, who has been with Allegra Network for more than 16 years...

CEO of Leading Marketing, Print and Graphic Communications Company named one of 10 Industry Leaders to be inducted in 2010 NORTHVILLE, Mich. – The National Association for Printing Leadership (NAPL) recently announced Carl Gerhardt, president and CEO of Allegra Network LLC, as a 2010 inductee to the Walter E. Soderstrom Honor Society.

Gerhardt will accept the honor at NAPL's annual Soderstrom Society Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Chicago, prior to the opening of Graph Expo 2010 the following day.

"It's an honor to be inducted into such a prestigious society with an exceptional class of fellow inductees," said Gerhardt.

Named for the late Walter E. Soderstrom, one of the founders of NAPL, the Soderstrom Society is an honors organization that recognizes the contributions of graphic arts industry leaders, including printing company owners, equipment manufacturers, educators, journalists and consultants...

Leading Marketing, Print and Graphic Communications Company Ranks No. 95 in the Top 300 Franchise List for 2010 Honor July 20, 2010 // Franchising.com // NORTHVILLE, Mich. – Allegra Network, the 550-unit worldwide marketing, print and graphic communications franchisor of the brands Allegra, American Speedy Printing Center, Insty-Prints and Signs Now, has ranked in the top third of the 2010 AllBusiness "AllStar Franchise" rankings, a comprehensive listing of the nation's top 300 franchise companies.

Dun & Bradstreet's 2010 AllBusiness "AllStar Franchise" rankings assessed the strengths of franchising companies based upon criteria such as Web visibility and the latest financial strength scores from Dun & Bradstreet...

World Franchising Network Names Leading Graphic Communications Company Among Top 50 Franchises in the United States July 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // NORTHVILLE, Mich. — The World Franchising Network has selected Allegra Network, the 500-unit worldwide marketing, print and graphic communications company and franchisor of the brands Allegra, American Speedy Printing Centers, Insty-Prints and Signs Now, as one of the "50 Top Franchises for Veterans."

With its extensive product line of books, internet websites, databases and consulting services, the World Franchising Network is the preeminent provider of reliable, up-to-date and easy-to-use information on franchising. The 50 companies featured on the list were selected from hundreds of franchisors who completed a questionnaire describing the specific financial incentives they provide veterans...

Leading Worldwide Marketing Communications, Signage Company Makes Franchise Decision-Making Easier

June 03, 2010 // Franchising.com // NORTHVILLE, Mich. - Allegra Network recently launched two new websites, designed to introduce entrepreneurs to both its Allegra Marketing - Print - Mail franchise model and its Signs Now franchise opportunity. An Allegra Marketing - Print - Mail center serves small businesses with a full array of marketing services, including strategic planning and creative development, as well as printing and mailing services. The Signs Now service base includes digital imaging for outdoor and indoor signage, exhibit and vehicle graphics, directional systems, ADA signage and more.

The websites, www...

Leading Worldwide Graphic Communications Company Facilitates $3 million-plus Deal April 26, 2010 // Franchising.com // NORTHVILLE, Mich. – Proving again why it is the graphic communications industry's most innovative company, Allegra Network has leveraged its renowned MatchMakerä Program to facilitate a $3 million sale, purchase, and rebranding of a successful independent printing business.

Designed to pair entrepreneurs seeking to invest in an Allegra Network location with independent commercial print and sign shop owners seeking to sell their existing business, Allegra Network recently helped George and Cheryl Riesenfeld acquire Dennis Denson's printing business, Print Central, in Fort Worth, Texas through the MatchMaker Program...

Corp! Magazine Readers Vote Leading Graphic Communications Company Among Top Businesses in the State April 01, 2010 // Franchising.com // Northville, Mich. — Allegra Network, the more than 500-unit worldwide graphic communications company and franchisor of the brands Allegra, American Speedy Printing Centers, Insty-Prints and Signs Now, has been honored by Corp! Magazine as a 2010 "Best of Michigan Business."

Businesses from throughout the state were nominated and selected in a variety of categories based on reader opinions. Headquartered in Northville, Michigan, Allegra Network was chosen as an honoree in the Small Business category. Other categories included banks and credit unions, law firms, family businesses, accounting, commercial and industrial real estate, technology, manufacturing, engineering and architectural construction...

December 17, 2009 // Franchising.com // SARASOTA, Fla. — Allegra Network LLC, one of the world's largest graphic communications franchises, recently announced that Signs Now Director of Franchise Development Phil LeBlanc has been promoted to Vice President of Development for Allegra Network LLC, overseeing both the Allegra franchise and Signs Now divisions.

LeBlanc joined the Signs Now team in 2005, bringing more than 16 years of experience in franchise and sales development. As Vice President of Development, LeBlanc will continue to oversee the advancement of the Signs Now franchise network, as well as the directing the development efforts of the Allegra Franchise Network. In addition to the direction of the development staff and recruitment efforts, he will also direct management of key broker network contacts as well as relationships with franchise owners involved with various development objectives...

Leading Print and Graphic Communications Company Bolsters Professional Service Capabilities with Marketing Veteran July 31, 2009 // Franchising.com // Northville, MI – Allegra Network, the nearly 600-unit worldwide franchise company specializing in print and graphic communications, has appointed Bob Milroy as its chief marketing officer to oversee all marketing functions for the company.

"Bob is a veteran marketing professional with a proven track record and someone who we can count on to provide great support internally and for our franchisees," said Carl Gerhardt, president and CEO of Allegra Network. "He brings a new level of marketing expertise to the organization."

Milroy began his career at the NCR Corporation where he served as marketing communications manager for medical, education and government markets...