Happy New Year from Signspeed! Well... What a crazy year 2020 was! If you’d told us this time last year what we were in for, we’d probably have assumed you were referring to a script for the latest ‘end of the world’ Blockbuster to come out of Hollywood…?(going to the cinema, what’s that again?!)

It was a year like no other. But whilst we were busy producing Covid-19 signage (in addition to offering our complete package of logo design and branding to sign manufacture and installation) there was one particularly momentous and historic deal signed we want to share with you!

Company founders, Paul and Glenda Wilkinson retired in the autumn after nearly four decades of building a successful design and print business which covers the whole of West Wales; handing over the reins to key staff members, Sam Morgan and Donna James, who are no strangers to the Signspeed family – Sam being our Production Co-ordinator and Donna our Sales Representative.

The company has been the supplier of choice to businesses and has formed trusted advisor status when supporting business owners by increasing their visibility. Sam and Donna are both delighted to have the opportunity to take control of the company they have been so heavily involved in.

Whilst 2020 was a difficult year for businesses, Sam and Donna are confident the need for their services will return strongly in 2021 as the country gets to grips with the current pandemic.

“Becoming directors is an exciting challenge which we are both very much relishing,” they say. “It’s a huge step in both our careers; we have received tremendous support from our colleagues, friends and family. In addition, we are extremely grateful to Graham Morgan, of the Business Doctor, Cardiff, for his invaluable support, knowledge and advice, Betsan Powell, of JCP Solicitors, and Pembrokeshire Lottery for their ‘Investing in Pembrokeshire loan’.”

Sam and Donna will be continuing in their ‘day jobs’ working alongside the seven-member team based in the Cresselly workshops, providing all the design, print and installation requirements for their existing wide-ranging customer base.

“A lot of people think we just offer an estate agency service, but there’s so much more to Signspeed’s portfolio. We design, print and install all types of signs, banners, flags and wall art, as well as offering a logo design and rebranding service, plus vehicle graphics, business stationery, leaflets, brochures, A-boards and flappies. In fact, everything from a business card to a warehouse unit sign! And of course, we now also offer a full range of Covid-19 signs, products, screens and barriers too.”

“From inspiration to installation, Signspeed has the answer. With nearly 37 years of customer satisfaction, the percentage of repeat business is a testament to the high level of service and attention to detail in which the team provides and this is something we are extremely proud to continue to honour. Although we are starting the new year in lockdown, we are open and following all the relevant government guidelines and social distancing advice. We have been inundated with businesses taking this opportunity to refresh their branding for the season ahead and we are only too happy to help them do so - Creative and expert, our team are ready to engineer your image and boost your business.”

“Looking to the future, we have some exciting plans in the pipeline for expanding the business, so watch this space for developments in the coming year ahead.”

For more information about Signspeed, visit the website www.signspeed.com, email [email protected] or give Sam, Donna and the team a call on 01646 651799.