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Firehouse Subs recognizes company standouts

September 6, 2011

Firehouse Subs acknowledged system-wide leaders during its third annual "Family Reunion" in July.

In conjunction with well-known guest speakers, including entrepreneur and seasoned restaurateur Herman Cain, breakout sessions and a live concert by KC and the Sunshine Band, co-founders Chris Sorensen and Robin Sorensen and CEO Don Fox capped off a record year for the company with an awards presentation recognizing 10 area representatives, franchisees and general managers.

"There's no better time than at our Family Reunion to recognize the cream of the crop for their achievements," said Fox.

Firehouse Subs has experienced a record-breaking year, opening 44 locations and breaking sales records a half dozen times in 2011. The recipients selected include:

• Area Representative of the Year: Shawn Thranhardt Hooks, Atlanta, Ga.
• Franchisee of the Year: Kevin Hatton, Charleston, S.C.
• General Manager of the Year: Roberta Heller, Jacksonville, Fla.
• General Manager of the Year: Christian Langley, Tulsa, Okla.
• Vendor of the Year: Zimmerman Advertising Partners, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
• Marketing: Mark and Matt Whitley, Greensboro, N.C. Firehouse Subs
• Public Safety Foundation Award: David Conklin, Birmingham, Ala.
• Operational Excellence: Scott Friedman, Phoenix, Ariz.
• Local Store Marketing: Dave Johnson, Kansas City, Mo.
• Catering: Larry Chandler, Florence, S.C.
• People and Culture: Jim Sherman, Mobile, Ala.

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