Local FASTSIGNS named one of the top 25 centers

FASTSIGNS^® of Asheville was recognized with two top awards at the 2013 FASTSIGNS Convention, which was recently held in Dallas.

Steve Harvey, manager of the Asheville FASTSIGNS received the General Manager of the Year recognition award. FASTSIGNS franchise owners nominate center managers based on level of responsibility, leadership, team development and overall accountability for profitable center operation. This award recognizes Harvey as one of the top managers in the entire FASTSIGNS system.

“Steve continues to be a tremendous asset,” said Ric Davenport, owner of the Asheville FASTSIGNS. “He plays a direct role in ensuring our success and definitely deserves this recognition.”

FASTSIGNS of Asheville also received the CEO Circle Award, which puts the locally owned and operated business in the ranking of the top 25 centers in the country, out of a network of more than 450 locations. This is the fourth year in a row that the center has received this distinction.

“My team and I were grateful to learn that our center was ranked number 13 in the country and we were so excited to be recognized with the CEO Circle Award,” said Davenport. “This award is a testament to all of the hard work and excellent customer service that the team provides on a daily basis.”

Located at 1202 Patton Avenue, the center provides a full range of innovative visual communications solutions, including illuminated and architectural signs, interior décor, window and floor graphics, large format printing, point-of-purchase signs, trade show displays, vehicle wraps, digital signs, and mobile websites. Davenport says he plans to continue expanding his center by providing cutting-edge products and services to the center’s clients in the coming years.

“My team is more than ready to help businesses in the Asheville area with any marketing needs they may have. Our sign and graphics experts have the experience and the creativity to provide innovative solutions for even the most complex communications challenges,” said Davenport. “The continued support of our customers is one of the biggest reasons we received this award and we look forward to continuing to serve them for many years to come.”