At FASTSIGNS in Bryan College Station, the business has always been about more than signs.
For Kevin and Kristi Brightwell, it began with a leap of faith. After years of career demands and constant travel, they chose to build something more stable for their family. With six children at home and Kevin’s background in the printing industry, they created a business rooted in hard work, service, and a customer-first mindset.
Today, that legacy continues with their sons, Kyle, Garrett, and Tate, who grew up around the center and officially purchased the business from their parents in January 2025 after a five year succession plan. As second-generation owners, they are committed to preserving the family-oriented environment their parents built while continuing to grow the business.
In their first year of ownership, the brothers increased sales by 23 percent, crediting much of that progress to the support of their family and the FASTSIGNS franchise system. With guidance from the brand and help from the people behind it, they have been able to grow while staying focused on serving customers and strengthening their community.
From Texas A&M to local businesses across Bryan College Station, the center has become part of the landscape, and the Brightwell family is proud to keep that story going.
Thank you to @The Bryan College Station Eagle and @Haley Wiggins for sharing the Brightwell’s story.
Photo credit: The Bryan College Station Eagle.
