
Celebrating 15 Years of
Empowering Communities
The Signal Story
In the heart of Omaha, NE, an idea was born in 2003 to provide custom security solutions. Joined by Reed Nyeffeler in 2007, the vision expanded to bring peace of mind to communities far and wide. Signal took its first steps towards this dream in 2008, with its inaugural franchise launch in Surprise, Arizona. Little did the world know that this small seed would grow into something truly remarkable.
Over the past 15 years, Signal has experienced a meteoric rise, spreading its wings to encompass nearly 200 franchises across 47 US states, Canada, Australia, Germany, and the United Kingdom. A testament to its unwavering commitment to excellence, Signal stands tall as one of the fastest-growing and top security franchise organizations worldwide, boasting a remarkable growth of over 30% from the previous year.
Yet, beyond the numbers lies a powerful story of partnership and empowerment. Today, Signal stands as a pioneer in the security industry, lighting the way for others to follow. The blend of cutting-edge technology, unwavering professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail, fused with the deep-rooted sense of community from local ownership, fulfills a promise of peace of mind every single day.
Follow Signal Over the Years
2008
Home Office Staff: 2
System-Wide Revenue: $12,196
Franchise Units: 2

Visionary, Reed Nyffeler, recognizes the need for honest and engaged security services and builds a franchise model for Signal 88 Security, launching its first franchise location in Surprise, Arizona.
2009
Home Office Staff: 3
System-Wide Revenue: $1,009,961
Franchise Units: 29
Growth YOY: 8181%
Signal breaks $1 million in network-wide revenue in year two of franchising. Signal sells tenth franchise location to former employee and his wife, Kris and Traci Withrow. They were instrumental in many of the process improvements.

2010
Home Office Staff: 4
System-Wide Revenue: $6,618,409
Franchise Units: 61
Growth YOY: 555%

Signal experiences rapid expansion, growing by over 500% in revenue in their third year of franchising. Signal hosts their first Franchise Convention in Las Vegas.
2011
Home Office Staff: 7
System-Wide Revenue: $15,288,183
Franchise Units: 68
Growth YOY: 131%
Signal surpasses $15 million in system-wide revenue.

2012
Home Office Staff: 12
System-Wide Revenue: $26,937,741
Franchise Units: 82
Growth YOY: 76%

Reed introduced Signal's core values to the network: Passion, Honesty & Integrity, Relationships, Serving, and Learning. Signal signs first major strategic partnership with the world's largest retailer.
2013
Home Office Staff: 25
System-Wide Revenue: $37,741,567
Franchise Units: 89
Growth YOY: 40%
Signal celebrates 5 years of franchising.

2014
Home Office Staff: 42
System-Wide Revenue: $46,949,143
Franchise Units: 110
Growth YOY: 24%
International Location: Canada

Signal launches 100th location and first International franchise in Canada.
2015
Home Office Staff: 47
System-Wide Revenue: $55,286,665
Franchise Units: 124
Growth YOY: 18%
Signal signs top property management company, Greystar, as strategic partner.

2016
Home Office Staff: 52
System-Wide Revenue: $59,332,563
Franchise Units: 115
Growth YOY: 7%
International Location: Australia

Signal signed first master franchise in Australia.
2017
Home Office Staff: 46
System-Wide Revenue: $70,618,132
Franchise Units: 120
Growth YOY: 19%
International Location: South East UK
Signal signed UK master franchise.

2018
Home Office Staff: 58
System-Wide Revenue: $83,484,309
Franchise Units: 119
Growth YOY: 18%

Signal celebrates 10 years of franchising
2019
Home Office Staff: 62
System-Wide Revenue: $95,843,420
Franchise Units: 151
Growth YOY: 15%
Signal launches 150th location. Market Infiltration Initiative program launches with 10 Market Sales Interns hitting strategic markets across North America generating over $145K in monthly recurring revenue.

2020
Home Office Staff: 75
System-Wide Revenue: $133,237,913
Franchise Units: 184
Growth YOY: 39%

Signal surpassed $100 million in system-wide revenue.
2021
Home Office Staff: 90
System-Wide Revenue: $165,114,407
Franchise Units: 207
Growth YOY: 24%
International Location: North-Rhine Westphalia, Germany
Signal opens 200th location and Germany master franchise joins Signal global network. Signal named 8th largest security company in North America.

2022
Home Office Staff: 117
System-Wide Revenue: $215,268,776
Franchise Units: 186
Growth YOY: 30%

Refreshed brand launches and positions Signal for further international growth. Signal jumps from ranking 212 to 98 in Entrepreneur magazine's ''Franchise 500'' and ranks #1 in Security Services. Network-wide, Signal surpasses 5000 full-time employees with over 100 at home office. Signal surpassed $215 million in system-wide revenue.
2023
Home Office Staff: 130
Entrepeneur Ranking: 83
Convention - Scottsdale
Strategic Partners Onboarded: Associa
Signal celebrates 15 years of franchising and taking Peace of Mind to communities and businesses around the world. Signal ranks 83rd in Entrepreneur magazine's "Franchise 500", #4 fastest-growing, and #5 top franchises for less than $100,000.
