Proforma •••• In the News

Proforma Opens 8 New Offices in January

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 8 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Founder Named to the Advertising Specialties Institute Advisory Board

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 10:00:00 EST

The Advertising Specialties Institute (ASI) announced yesterday that Greg Muzzillo, Founder of Proforma, has been elected to the 2010 ASI Advisory Board which represents ASI's more than 25,000 members.

Proforma Climbs 29 Positions in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 10:00:00 EST

Climbing the ranks of Entrepreneur magazine's 31st Annual Franchise 500, Proforma jumped from #101 in 2009 to #72 in 2010. The Franchise 500 ranking is based on financial and statistical data from July 2008 through July 2009 evaluating the criteria of financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system.

Proforma Named #3 Top Distributor By Print Professional Magazine

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:50:00 EST

Proforma was recently named the #3 Top Distributor by Print Professional magazine. Included in the Top 10, for more than 10 years, Proforma has established a consistent presence in the annual listing of the Top 100 Distributors.

Proforma Asks, "What Are you Thankful For?"

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

Launching on 11-10-09, the promotion encourages people across the country to submit photos of the things for which they are the most thankful.

Proforma Opens 10 New Offices in October

Mon, 01 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 10 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Executives to Teach at the University of Notre Dame

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

Proforma's Founder, Greg Muzzillo, CEO, Vera Muzzillo (class of 1986) and Vice President of Business Development, Frank Ciraci (MBA class of 1990) combine forces to teach the Entrepreneurial Franchise Development Deep-Dive Course to the University of Notre Dame Executive MBA Students on October 12th-16th.

Proforma Opens 8 New Offices in September

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 8 new Owners to our network.

Co-CEO, Greg Muzzillo Interviewed by BlueMauMau

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:00:00 EST

Proforma's Founder and Co-CEO, Greg Muzzillo, had a recent conversation with franchising site, BlueMauMau's editor. Greg shares his insight about the keys to Proforma's success and the state of the printing and promotional products industry.

Proforma Opens 13 New Offices in August

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 13 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Recognized as 'Best Place to Work' by Counselor magazine

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:50:00 EST

For the second year in a row, Proforma has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the Advertising Specialty Institute's (ASI) Counselor magazine. This year Proforma moved up in the list and is ranked #41.

Proforma Shows Benefits of Incentives in August Issue of Print Professional

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 08:50:00 EST

Proforma's Million and Multi-Million Dollar Club is featured in the August issue of Print Professional magazine. In the article "The Bonus Round: Money, trips and other incentives make for good business," Greg Muzzillo, Founder and Co-CEO of Proforma highlights the Annual Proforma Million Dollar Club trips.

Proforma Named in Forbes 'Top 20 Franchises to Start'

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:50:00 EST

Proforma is recognized for a favorable survival rate, large Support Center Staff and low initial franchise fee by Forbes. Ranked #7 in the publication's inaugural 'Top 20 Franchises to Start,' Proforma rises to the top as a good option for distributors and entrepreneurs who are looking to get into business for themselves, but not by themselves.

Six Proforma Owners Named to the 2009 Inc. 5000 List

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:15:00 EST

In the past year, Proforma Owners did not get the memo that the economy was slow. As the competition was struggling, Proforma Owners were growing which is proven by the number of them appearing on the Inc. 5000 list for 2009. Proforma placed six Owners on the list, doubling the number of Owners who appeared in 2008.

Proforma Named #2 Distributor By Counselor Magazine

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:50:00 EST

Proforma is proud to announce the company's ranking as the #2 Distributor by Counselor magazine. Proforma, which has been ranked in Counselor's top 10 since 2001, increased in ranking from last year demonstrating the company's continued growth and proven business model. This steady presence on the leader board gives Proforma Owners incredible buying power and the deserved reputation as one of the best in the industry.

Proforma Launches New Major Accounts Program

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 12:50:00 EST

Proforma is pleased to announce a new Major Accounts Program and the hiring of two of the industry's top major accounts leaders, Dave Hunnius and Jeff Heimerdinger to spearhead the program.

Proforma Opens 14 New Offices in June

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 14 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Announces 2009 Convention Sponsors

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:10:00 EST

CLEVELAND (June 9, 2009) – Proforma is pleased to announce the 25 vendors who will be sponsoring the 2009 Proforma Convention and Family Reunion, being held July 8-11 in Denver, CO. With three different levels of sponsorship, the top vendors in the industry have chosen to participate. The levels include gold, platinum and titanium. The complete list of vendors and their level of sponsorship is available by following the link.

Proforma Named #2 Distributor By Print Solutions Magazine

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST

Proforma is proud to announce the company's ranking as one of the top distributors in the print industry by Print Solutions magazine. With 650 offices across the United States and $325,000,000 in total annual revenue last year, Proforma is the #2 distributor and experienced a 5% increase in sales from 2007. The annual listing by Print Solutions magazine is based on a comparison of 2007 and 2008 sales numbers.

Top Distributor Helps Boost Local Economy Proforma Receives 2009 Crain's Leading EDGE Award

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST

Proforma continues to be recognized for leading economic growth in Northeast Ohio, as it has received a 2009 Crain's Leading EDGE Award for the second year. The third annual EDGE Award is presented by the Entrepreneurs EDGE (Economic Development through Growth and Entrepreneurship) to businesses that make significant contributions to the region's economy through their combined earnings and compensation to local employees.

Proforma Takes Top Ranking in Promo Marketing's Annual Top 50 Distributors Survey

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:00:00 EST

Proforma is proud to announce the company's ranking as the Top Distributor in the Promotional Products Industry by Promo Marketing magazine. Climbing the ranks from last year's position as #3, Proforma boasts $325,000,000 in total annual revenue, $246,132,000 in promotional product sales and more than 650 offices. The annual listing by Promo Marketing magazine is based on promotional product sales.

Proforma Opens 16 New Offices in April

Fri, 01 May 2009 14:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 16 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Recognized with Two American InHouse Design Awards

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:00:00 EST

Proforma has been presented with two American InHouse Design Awards in recognition for the One Source. Infinite Resources Collateral Suite and Print Capabilities Brochure.

Proforma Opens 14 New Offices in March

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:00:00 EST

Proforma, a leading North American provider of graphic communications solutions, is pleased to welcome 14 new Owners to our network.

Proforma Ranked as Top Franchise by the Franchise Business Review

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:00:00 EST

Proforma is proud to announce their recognition as the Top Franchise in the Advertising & Sales Category and the 8th Top Franchise Opportunity for 2009, according to the Franchise Business Review.