NerdsToGo Pursues Franchise Expansion in Florida, With Goal Set to Develop 65 New Units Within the Next 5 Years

NerdsToGo, a computer and technology repair services franchise, plans to expand its presence in Florida with 65 new units by 2026.

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NerdsToGo Pursues Franchise Expansion in Florida, With Goal Set to Develop 65 New Units Within the Next 5 Years

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NerdsToGo, a computer and technology repair services franchise, plans to expand its presence in Florida with 65 new units by 2026. The brand, which joined Propelled Brands in 2020, provides managed IT services for small and medium-sized companies.

“With the rising number of people working from home, managed IT services for both small and medium-sized companies is a definite need,” said Mark Jameson, Chief Support and Development Officer at Propelled Brands. “We see great growth potential in Florida and are confident that our proven business model, along with the support and resources we provide, will allow potential franchisees to thrive.”

In September 2020, NerdsToGo joined Propelled Brands. Under new leadership, the NerdsToGo brand and its franchisees receive ongoing training, support, and unparalleled resources to position the brand as a leader among the industry and the local communities it serves.

Prospective franchisees do not need experience in information technology but should have a strong desire to grow a successful business in their local community, developing relationships with small business owners to become their outsourced IT department.

The initial investment for a NerdsToGo franchise is approximately $146,200 - $217,050, including a $49,750 franchise fee. Ideal candidates have a net worth of $300,000, of which $80K is liquid. Additionally, NerdsToGo offers a special incentive for veterans and first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers, sheriffs, and firefighters, including a 50% reduction on the franchise fee – a savings of $24,875.

NerdsToGo, Inc. launched its original location in Guilford, CT in 2003 and quickly became the emerging leader in providing computer and technology-based services to both the small and medium-sized business market and the residential market. NerdsToGo began franchising in 2017 and quickly grew to 25 independently owned franchise locations in 16 states. In 2020, Fastsigns Holdings Inc. acquired GTN CAPITAL GROUP, LLC, the parent company of NerdsToGo.

In 2021, Propelled Brands was formed, the corporate umbrella that includes FASTSIGNS®, SIGNWAVE® in Australia where FASTSIGNS centers operate under the SIGNWAVE brand, NerdsToGo®, an emerging IT services franchise brand acquired in September 2020, and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of MY SALON Suite and Salon Plaza in June 2021. With a focus on business-to-business franchises and the people behind those businesses, Propelled Brands will help each franchise confidently navigate forward based on their unique position, momentum and purpose.

NerdsToGo locations provide the total solution in computer and technology support to customers, and the company’s signature service is delivered by sending a Nerd onsite to customer locations in a well-branded, eye-catching Nerd Van. Customers can also receive service through remote support or by visiting a local NerdsToGo service center. NerdsToGo acts as the IT department for small to medium sized businesses by helping to design, implement and support IT networks, provide data backup & continuity services, cybersecurity solutions, cloud services, remote support, vendor management services and overall routine maintenance.

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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on September 28, 2021. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.

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