FASTSIGNS UK celebrated the end of another successful year with its highly anticipated annual convention and awards ceremony, which brought together franchisees, suppliers and industry professionals from across the network.
The event, hosted at The Belfry Hotel in Nottingham, saw a day of workshops and collaborative sessions, ending with its renowned awards ceremony, where a total of 14 awards were presented.
A highlight of the evening was the recognition of FASTSIGNS Crawley, whose franchisee ownership team proudly claimed the coveted ‘Franchisee of the Year’ accolade, of the entire UK network. Since opening its doors in 1995, some 30 years ago this year, the centre has been a pioneer in providing top-tier signage, graphics and visual communications, across the South East of England.
Led by Melanie Martinez, Jose Martinez and Alan White, the team has been recognised not only for their leadership, but also for their commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Their ongoing investment in providing high-quality signage, combined with a strong focus on enhancing the customer experience, has set them apart as leaders in the signage sector.
In addition to receiving the coveted award, FASTSIGNS Crawley also earned recognition in several key categories, reflecting their all-around excellence:
These awards represent years of hard work and dedication, as well as the deep relationships FASTSIGNS Crawley has built with clients, partners, its local community and franchise network.
Melanie Martinez, director and owner at FASTSIGNS Crawley, said: “To win this award in the same year we celebrate 30 years of business, in Crawley, is incredibly special for all of us. We’re truly thankful for the continued support from our entire community. This moment is more than an achievement; it’s a reminder of how much stronger we become when we grow together, invest in our team and embed ourselves in our local network. What a way to end the year!”
John Davies, Managing Director at FASTSIGNS UK, added: "This year’s convention demonstrated what an exceptionally strong period it has been for our entire network. Crawley’s recognition as Franchisee of the Year comes at a particularly meaningful moment of 30 years in business. The hard work shown by Alan, Melanie, Jose and the team continues to inspire our wider network. Their energy and ideas shone through at the convention. We’re excited to see how they evolve and thrive over the coming decades.
“Throughout the whole night, we tipped our hats to a number of other centres, with awards recognising achievements in multiple areas; for standout projects, exceptional sales performance, contributions to the Central Marketing Fund and community impact. These awards reflect the dedication, innovation and collaborative spirit that drive success across our franchise network. If this year’s anything to go by, I have a feeling 2026 is going to be a tremendously successful one!”
For more information, visit: https://www.fastsigns.co.uk
Date Published: 22/12/2025