Franchise Development Breaking News | Leading Print Franchise Names Phil LeBlanc Vice President of Development.

SARASOTA, Fla. (Dec. 15, 2009)—Allegra Network LLC, one of the world’s largest graphic communications franchises, recently announced that Signs Now Director of Franchise Development Phil LeBlanc has been promoted to Vice President of Development for Allegra Network LLC, overseeing both the Allegra franchise and Signs Now divisions.



LeBlanc joined the Signs Now team in 2005, bringing more than 16 years of experience in franchise and sales development. As Vice President of Development, LeBlanc will continue to oversee the advancement of the Signs Now franchise network, as well as the directing the development efforts of the Allegra Franchise Network. In addition to the direction of the development staff and recruitment efforts, he will also direct management of key broker network contacts as well as relationships with franchise owners involved with various development objectives.



“Phil has been a key factor in Signs Now’s continued growth in the face of the economic downturn,” remarked Allegra CDO and Signs Now President Steve White. “We are confident that under his direction, franchise development will continue to thrive for both Signs Now and Allegra.”



LeBlanc has worked for such companies as Carlson-Wagonlit Travel as well as Cruise One and Cruise Planners, all leaders in their respective market segments. His experience provides a keen understanding of franchise systems and their unique needs. He will continue to work out of the Signs Now Home Office in Sarasota, Fla.