FASTSIGNS® of Peoria Expands, Acquires Sign Manufacturing Company

Frank Smith, owner of FASTSIGNS® of Peoria, has acquired Cook Signs, a sign fabrication company that was based out of Deer Creek, Illinois and owned by Gary Cook and his late son, Gary Cook Jr. who started the business.

“I’m very excited about this new expansion and welcoming Gary Cook to the FASTSIGNS of Peoria team,” Smith said. “Acquiring Cook Signs provides additional business development, sales, design, production and installation resources to allow us to be one of the most capable and experienced sign companies in Central Illinois.”

FASTSIGNS of Peoria has obtained Cook Signs’ production equipment, bucket truck and delivery vehicle. Gary Cook Sr. has also joined the FASTSIGNS team, bringing more than 35 years of experience and expertise in sign fabrication and installation. In addition, FASTSIGNS of Peoria purchased the neighboring building and will be expanding to double their production space.

To accommodate the company’s growth, Smith plans to hire additional staff, growing the team to eight employees.

Smith added, “We’re seeing exciting growth and development in Peoria and the surrounding communities, and we’re thrilled to be a part of it by helping other local businesses and organizations with their signage, branding and visual marketing needs.”

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS® of Peoria is a locally and independently owned and operated sign, graphics and visual communications company that provides comprehensive visual marketing solutions to customers of all sizes—across all industries—to help them attract more attention, communicate their message, sell more products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points including décor, events, wearables, digital signage and marketing materials. To learn more, visit fastsigns.com/420 or call 309.682.5300.