Not for the first time, Signs Express has been shortlisted as a finalist in the 2014 HSBC Franchisor of the Year Awards. One of six brands out of a potential 930 to have made the cut, it will find out whether or not it was victorious at an event this Thursday, June 26th.

"We have worked hard to build such a strong and successful franchise," comments Craig Brown, director of the 70-outlet sign-making brand. "Good people are at the heart of good business and I'm so pleased we have been shortlisted."

The awards, which are run by the British Franchise Association, also recognise emerging franchise brands and international expansion. Signs Express has been nominated in various categories on several previous occasions.