2012
300
$217,726
$40,000
$100,000
No
Image360 provides customers with a variety of digital print imaging and sign-making services. Each center can create full-color graphics such as architectural signage, special event signage, real estate signage and vehicle signage. Every local business needs to promote their brand and inform or direct their customers. In the U.S. alone, there are an estimated 30.2 million small and mid-sized businesses, which represents a huge opportunity for the right sign franchise.
Some of the Graphic and Signage solutions we provide are:
• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and directional signage solutions
• Advertising Specialties/Promotional Products
• Architectural sign solutions (interior and exterior)
• Art/photo prints/enlargements
• Blueprints
• Building wraps
• Electrical/illuminated signage & displays
• Engraved products (plaques, recognition displays)
• Full color banners and posters
• Magnetic signs
• Trade Show Displays & Graphics
• Vehicle wraps and graphics
• Wall-sized murals and custom wall coverings
• Window graphics
Image360 was established in 2012 as part of Alliance Franchise Brands, a leader in the marketing and visual communications industry with decades of franchise experience. The concept evolved from the well-known Signs Now and Signs By Tomorrow brands, combining their expertise to create a modern, consultative model for signage and graphics.
Today, Image360 operates over 300 franchise centers across the United States and Canada. The franchise continues to grow its footprint with a focus on technology innovation, design excellence, and customer satisfaction. Alliance Franchise Brands, headquartered in Maryland, oversees multiple respected B2B franchise systems, ensuring strong leadership and consistent support for franchisees.
The signage and graphics industry in the U.S. is valued at over $14 billion annually, with continued growth fueled by digital printing advancements, environmental design trends, and corporate rebranding needs. Image360 sits at the center of this growth, offering franchisees a unique chance to capitalize on an essential service industry.
Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: N/A
Training: Initial training is up to 3 weeks at HQ then up to 2 weeks OnSite
Training & Support
New Franchise Member Training consists of up to 3 weeks of classes – two virtual and one in our Middle River, MD training facility
Upon opening, 10 days of onsite training to help the new Franchise Members and their staff successfully integrate the Image360 systems
Ongoing training via webinars, conference calls, regional and national meetings
Dedicated team provides field visits, phone support, business, marketing and financial planning support
Marketing support includes: nationally integrated brand websites, brand awareness, email marketing strategy, social media marketing and lead-generation programs
Function of the Franchise Member
Image360 franchisees are active owners in their business typically operating from 8:30 am-5:30 pm, Monday to Friday. However, outside these regular hours, the daily operations at an Image360 Center can vary greatly, ensuring that no two days are the same. Some days may involve pursuing sales leads, liaising with customers and signage production, while others could focus on networking, recruiting or attending member conventions. Image360 Franchise Members come from diverse backgrounds and are passionate about showcasing their Centers to fellow business owners, entrepreneurs and key decision-makers at networking events and Chamber functions.
Ideal Candidate
No experience in the sign and graphics industry is required. While Image360 Center owners are widely diverse in their experience, almost all share common qualities. Most owners are:
Total Investment Range: New: $217,726 - $502,142
MatchMaker: $130,732 - $452,119
Cash Investment: Minimum of $100,000
Minimum Net Worth: $300,000
Franchise Fee: New $40,000, Matchmaker $45,000
Royalty: 6% on production on a declining scale to 1.5%
Ad: Development Fund: 2% with a cap
Average Number Of Employees: 3 including the owner to start
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
VetFran, DiversityFran and First Responders receive a 25% discount.
