scheme, adding: “Over recent years, we’ve been able to facilitate a supportive culture that encourages growth and good leadership in each centre. FASTSIGNS acts as a greenhouse for talent by employing apprentices. “It’s important for us to be supportive and pass on skills to those who are longing to develop. Bringing new people into the industry and honing their skills is vital to drive economic competitiveness and supports the industry as a whole. It’s our priority to follow this approach and fill our franchises with young, budding talent.” Much has been said and written about the struggles and issues facing sign businesses, and while this may be true in some ways, there are steps they can take to ensure continuing success when it St Albans, says drawing new talent is critical to the future success of signmaking businesses, ensuring the next line of workers are well-skilled in specialist work, including sign fabrication. “The world of signage has changed much in the last two years and, as such, we’ve noticed a real uptick in interest from the younger workforce, in particular, to get involved in the industry,” Simpson says, adding: “We’re eager to show newcomers like Charlie the ropes of the industry, right through from signage assembly and production, to installation. “I started out as an apprentice, and I truly believe that was a remarkable beginning to my career, and a useful learning curve.” John Davies, managing director of FASTSIGNS UK is also backing the 36 www.signlink.co.uk Issue 253 - June / July 2024 comes to sign fabrication and the future of the industry. Working with respected suppliers and manufacturers to ensure you are making the most of the latest developments in the market is a good first step; being able to offer customers a new level of signage will help you stand out in the market. If you need additional support, perhaps consider working with an established business that can help you grow your own offering and deliver high-quality work to customers, while maintaining control over your finances. Then there is the commitment to harnessing new talent and developing new ideas; this is critical to not only the success of sign-makers, but also their long-term survival prospects. ► SignFab has been supporting clients in the industry since 2001 SignFab’s new eight-stage powder and paint line offers more than 700 stock colours and a wet paint mixing system 700 SIGN FABRICATION We have made conscious efforts to increase our capacity, reduce lead times, and help our clients have an advantage in their marketplace
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