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A proven, profitable business opportunity with the UK &Ireland’s sign management specialists03 300 100 ntrywidesigns.co.uk

WelcomeYou’ve almost certainly seen or even experienced the work of a CountrywideSigns franchisee, perhaps without knowing it! Our franchisees put up,manage and take down For Sale and To Let boards across the country,working closely with estate agents to deliver a vital service to home owners,landlords and tenants.Thousands of estate agents’ boards go up and down in your area everyweek. Countrywide Signs offers you the opportunity to be the person andthe business profiting from that activity, with quality technology, systems andsupport behind you on every job.By building strong, long-term relationships with your local agents, you’ll benefit from repeat workand recurring income. The service is simple to perform and running the business is also madeeasy thanks to the apps guiding you on efficient route planning, invoicing and stock management.With strong profit margins and low overheads, you can enjoy an income that’s determinedonly by your efforts, not those of someone else. But business shouldn’t just be about financialrewards – it’s also about giving you and your loved ones a better lifestyle.If you’re ready to take control of your future, read on to find out what a Countrywide Signsfranchise can offer you. I hope to speak with you soon.Justin PearceDirector2

A business that putsYOU in control“It really helps to be part of a nationwidenetwork as many of the people I’m meetingknow of Countrywide Signs and the technologybehind the service is a real selling point.“We have a 12-year-old son as well as enjoyingmany pursuits including sailing and skiing. I alsocoach rugby and my wife is a netball coach, sothe flexibility of the business was appealing.”Paul Lawson, Stevenage & Cambridge03 300 100 ntrywidesigns.co.uk3

The Business“Countrywide Signs suits me because it is hands on work as well as amanagement business. I like a change of scenery and this allows me to workfrom home and out and about on the road.”Cass Clay, Leamington SpaAs well as managing estate and letting agency boards, franchisees provide outdoor signagefor commercial properties such as pubs and offices, as well as banners and flags for any kindof event. It’s a range of services that provide you with diverse income streams from differentsourcesAnd because you’ll service To Let as well as For Sale boards, this isn’t a business that’s affectedby fluctuations in the housing market: when less people are buying and selling, the rental marketis stronger. We work with both online and high street agents, and keep firmly on top of marketconditions in the evolving property industry.This is a business that offers you: Control of your income, your time and your future The choice to run the business you want Ownership of your local clients – they’re yours, not ours!“This is an opportunity for patient, hard-working people. You need to beresourceful and pragmatic, people skills are also really important. If you’vegot the right attitude and have your eyes open from the start, the potentialfor growth is great.”Tom Rickets, Devon & CornwallMobility and credibilityThis is a van-based business run from your home. You won’t be stuck in an office,so if you enjoy getting out and have a passion for excellent service, this could bejust the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Unlike many local board contractors,franchisees and their teams operate from fully liveried vans and in branded workwear. You’llbenefit from instant credibility with agents in your area, who appreciate your local service backedby a national brand and systems – as proved by the comments our franchisees receive each yearfrom clients in our annual ISO audit.4Countrywide Signs - Contact us on info@countrywidesigns.com or 03 300 100 100

“The board management system is a great marketing tool for us, verysimple and easy with all the reporting we need. I can show agents exactlyhow easy it is to order and how it works – no more emails and very fewphone calls. It’s such an easy system to work with.”Tim Mason, Leicester CityA technology-led approachOver many years we’ve developed and evolved technology that keeps things simplefor your clients and makes it easier for you to run your business, regardless ofwhether you’ve been self-employed before.Our driver app helps plan out the most time- and fuel-efficient routes for you or your team. Ourbusiness management system means you can update on-the-go, taking photos of completedjobs in real-time to give your agents ultimate peace of mind. And our invoicing system means youwon’t be spending time after you finish your day on paperwork.If you have the determination to succeed, the passion to provide the best local service, andthe people skills to build strong, lasting relationships with agents, then you have everything youneed to succeed – we’ll support you on every other aspect of your business journey, from launchto sale.03 300 100 ntrywidesigns.co.uk5

Training & SupportWe’re only successful as a company if our franchisees are successful locally,which is why we place great importance on making sure you’re confident and fullysupported on your business journey.Designed to help people from all backgrounds,pre-launch training will provide you with theconfidence to grow your business. Led byhighly successful former franchisee Sue Jamil(what could be better to help you start yourbusiness?!), it covers practical skills as well asmanaging and administering your business.You’ll spend a week at the Countrywide Signshead office in Newmarket with Sue, Justin andthe team, learning about:6 Carrying out the work to the highest levelsof qualityHealth and safetyThe business management systemSales and marketing, including winning newbusinessManaging your client baseAccounting and financialsAnd once you’re on the road, you’ll never be onyour own. With a franchisee marketing portalproviding brand-approved collateral at theclick of a button to help you win more clients,a collaborative franchise network who sharechallenges and solutions, and your head officeteam on the end of a phone call or email, youcan find an answer to your questions on everyaspect of running your business.6

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Career experience highlights the power of franchisingMaking the move into self-employment in a completely new sector“Having worked with one, I could see thebenefits first hand and after Jo and I metwith the team at Countrywide Signs and tookcourses with the British Franchise Association,we knew it was the business for us.”Martin and Jo Pitts traded in their careersfor business ownership after starting theirfranchise around Worcester and Gloucester.The husband-and-wife team are using the skillsthey learned in very different sectors to controltheir own future as franchisees.For Martin, experience as a bodyshop managershowed him the power of franchising, and afterconsiderable research Countrywide Signs wasthe clear choice for the couple.He explains: “In the last few years thebodyshop I was working at became part of anational franchise brand and I was asked tohelp with the implementation of this change. Ireally got to see the value in a franchise – a lotof support and help just a telephone call away,and plenty of shared experiences and bestpractice. I really liked that.“I’d got to the point in my life where I wantedto control my own destiny, to make my owndecisions – whether good, bad or indifferent! Iwanted the support of a franchise vehicle to dothat.8Martin’s practical background see him rundaily operations putting up and managing theboards, while Jo’s experience in financial rolesleaves her ideally placed to manage that side ofthe business.Jo said: “It’s the perfect business for us totake advantage of the skills we both have.The support we’ve had has been fantastic,we’ve had incredible training. The accountantcame in to explain the basics of not only theCountrywide Signs franchise but also talk to usgenerally about running a business.“Another former franchisee has also comein and spoken to us, having done it for realshe’s been able to explain not only howthe technology works, but also put someanecdotes to that and tell us what to do if thisor that happens. It’s been brilliant.”Martin added: “We’ve not been in business onour own before, so it’s exciting and challenging.We’ve got a long-term plan to add additionalvans once we grow. We can’t wait to getstarted.”Martin & Jo PittsWorcester & Gloucester

About Countrywide SignsCountrywide Signs was established in 1998 by a group of franchisees after the collapse of theirexisting brand at the time. That background proved crucial as the group, led by Tony Williams,who remains the managing director to this day, quickly grew a nationwide network of businessowners operating under the Countrywide Signs banner.The company has since become the UK and Ireland’s sign management specialists,with over 60 franchise territories servicing agents throughout both countries. We boast theindustry’s only nationwide ISO 9001-accredited business management system, which is enjoyedby all franchisees and their clients to keep board services running efficiently for all parties.In 2018 Justin Pearce joined Tony to lead and develop the franchise side of the business. Thesenior management team in the UK and Ireland have over 50 years of experience supportingfranchisees, so you can be confident you’re partnering with people who know how to help yousucceed.The network has been developed on firm foundations of ethical franchising. We’re proud tobe longstanding Full Members of the British Franchise Association, which involves a rigorousexamination of our processes and franchise model. It’s a status enjoyed only by the mostestablished franchisors in the UK and involves regular reaccreditations on the health of ournetwork.03 300 100 ntrywidesigns.co.uk9

The Franchise PackageYou’ll enjoy everything you need to get your business off to a flying start, and grow from there.An investment of 22,950 provides all the tools you need to hit the road,with 70% funding available subject to status. In return, you’ll receive:OperationsLogistics Franchise licence Operations manual Business management system Training and launch support First year public liability insurance Corporate van graphics Specialist tools Specialist fixings Safety equipmentMarketing Marketing support Sales support Promotional materials/flyers Business stationery Corporate clothing Email and postal marketing Mini website Standard slips start-up kit ISO9001 certificationFinance Financial and business training Accounts support Fully integrated accounts package VAT registration First month VAT return Central credit control and invoicingIT Bespoke apps/cloud-based CRMReturnsYour own hard work determines your income. You can turnover in excessof 60,000 from a single van operation per year once established, withprofit margins in excess of 50% of that – and many franchisees are earningmore. Your business is also an asset that we will help you to sell when thetime is right for you.100Countrywide Signs - Contact us on info@countrywidesigns.com or 03 300 100 100