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Allegra Network
Printing services
Think fast! Allegra Network franchises quick printing centers under a number of names, including Allegra Print & Imaging, American Speedy Printing Centers, Speedy Printing Centers, Instant Copy, Insty-Prints, and Zippy Print. Allegra has more than 600 centers in Canada, the US, and the UK. The company's printing centers offer graphic design, copying, and finishing services in addition to digital and traditional printing services. Allegra also operates sign shops franchised under the Signs Now name. Founded in 1976, Allegra Network is privately owned by an investor group led by the company's management, including chairman William McIntyre. Other shareholders include Michael Marcantonio and Domino's founder Thomas S. Monaghan.
Allegra Network
47585 Galleon Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
248-596-8600
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1976 |
| Franchising since | 1977 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Number of employees needed | 3+ |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | No |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 280 | 26 | 1 |
| 2010 | 288 | 24 | 0 |
| 2009 | 319 | 25 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States, Canada
Costs
| Total Investment | $172,348 - $520,814 |
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $45,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 3.6% - 6% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | $300,000 - $450,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $200,000 |
Franchisee Qualifications
People skills
Organizational abilities
Understanding of finance and marketing
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | Yes |
Financing Assistance
Franchisor has relationships with third-party financing sources; seller financing available for new franchise members who purchase an existing marketing or print business through franchisor's MatchMaker program or who purchase an existing Allegra center
Allegra Network
47585 Galleon Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
248-596-8600
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Allegra Network LLC
Think fast! Allegra Network franchises quick printing centers under a number of names, including Allegra Print & Imaging, American Speedy Printing Centers, Speedy Printing Centers, Instant Copy, Insty-Prints, and Zippy Print. Allegra has more than 600 centers in Canada, the US, and the UK. The company's printing centers offer graphic ...
| Company Type: | Private |
| Employees: | 65 |
| Executives: | William D. (Bill) McIntyre Jr., ChairmanCarl Gerhardt, President and CEODarryl Buchanan, VP Franchise Development |
| Sales: | $16,400,000 |
| Industries: | Copy Centers & Online Printing Services |
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| Top Competitors: | FedEx OfficeFranchise ServicesMinuteman Press |
Allegra Network
47585 Galleon Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
248-596-8600
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