AlphaGraphics
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Marketing services, Printing |
| Founded | January 1, 1969 in Tucson, Arizona, United States |
| Founder | Rodger Ford |
| Headquarters | Denver , United States |
Area served | Worldwide (including United States, Brazil, China, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom) |
| Products | Marketing services, Print facilities |
| Owner | Fortidia corporate group |
Number of employees | 3,945 (approximate) (2024) |
AlphaGraphics represents a network of more than 270 independently owned marketing service providers, each operating full-service print facilities. These business locations operate under franchise agreements with AlphaGraphics, Inc., which is a subsidiary of the Fortidia corporate group.
History
Established in 1969 in Tucson, Arizona by Rodger Ford, AlphaGraphics initiated its franchising model a decade later in 1979. By 1985, it distinguished itself as the first retailer specializing in desktop publishing and became the pioneering U.S.-based printing franchise to expand beyond domestic borders by the late 1980s.
In 2001, ownership transferred to the Pindar Group, prompting a headquarters relocation to Salt Lake City, Utah. Following Pindar's entry into administration in the United Kingdom in 2011, AlphaGraphics was purchased in 2014 by Western Capital Resources Inc., which had been under Blackstreet Capital’s control since 2010.
Fortidia acquired AlphaGraphics from Western Capital Resources in October 2017. Subsequently, by November 2018, the company’s main office was shifted to Denver, Colorado.
As of April 2024, AlphaGraphics maintains over 270 franchise locations worldwide, including sites in the United States, Brazil, China, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. These franchise operations collectively employ roughly 3,900 individuals globally, while the franchisor’s corporate staff numbers around 45.
Prospective franchisees should anticipate an investment ranging from $240,000 to $375,000. The company provides comprehensive financial support options, extensive training programs, and continuous operational assistance.
Recognition
AlphaGraphics was ranked 60th on Printing News' Top 100 Quick and Small Commercial Printers list in August 2018. Additionally, in December 2019, Franchise Business Review honored AlphaGraphics for achieving outstanding franchisee satisfaction scores.