FIREHOUSE SUBS CEO DON FOX TO
KEYNOTE AT NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE
SECURITY COUNCIL ANNUAL CONVENTION

The National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC) is pleased to announce that Don M. Fox, CEO, Firehouse of America LLC, will serve as a keynote at its 34th Annual Conference, August 4-7, in Las Vegas. NFSSC is the leading trade association for loss prevention, risk management and security professionals in the QSR and chain restaurant industry.

“We are honored to be able to feature an industry leader and experienced operator like Don Fox,” said Jim Forlenza, Executive Director, NFSSC. “Mr. Fox follows in the great line of restaurant executives who have keynoted the annual meeting. NFSSC has a strong tradition of delivering quality, thought-provoking executive speakers and Mr. Fox will certainly add to that long list of executive leaders.”

“Don Fox is truly one of the industry’s influential and innovative leaders,” said James Brussow, Dave and Buster’s and NFSSC President. “His career is truly unique. We are excited to offer our members an opportunity to hear his views on the LP industry.”

As head of Firehouse of America, Mr. Fox leads the strategic, nationwide growth of Firehouse Subs. He also serves as its chief spokesperson, sits on various boards of influence in the restaurant community including recently being appointed to the National Restaurant Association Board of Directors, and is a respected speaker, commentator, author and blogger. Under his leadership, the brand has grown from 65 restaurants to more than 580 restaurants in 34 states and Puerto Rico, and is consistently recognized as one of the best franchises in the country.

He was named one of 10 Executives to Watch in 2011 by Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN), is one of NRN’s Golden Chain honorees, recognizing the “best in foodservice,” and was named Operator of the Year by NRN in 2011. Most recently, he was ranked No. 5 on FastCasual.com’s 2012 Top 100 Movers & Shakers list. Mr. Fox gives back to the restaurant community through active participation on various boards of influence, most notably in his current role as chairman of the National Restaurant Association’s Fast Casual Industry Council.

NFSSC will host its 34th Annual Conference, August 4-7, 2013, at the M Resort Spa and Casino, in Las Vegas. In addition to the keynote presenters, the event features educational sessions and workshops, roundtables, exhibits, scheduled practitioner/vendor meetings, and a host of entertaining networking functions. Topics will range from social media and emerging technologies to analytics, audits and safety programs, including a mock active shooter session.

The education program will highlight speakers from the restaurant and food service industry, presenting real-world topics and best practices, offering a host of solutions and insights for everyday situations. NFSSC will be announcing other major industry speakers over the next several months.

For up to date speaker and conference information, or other event info, please visit, www.NFSSC.com. For more information about NFSSC membership or the annual conference, please contact Jim Forlenza, Executive Director, jim.forlenza@nfssc.com, or at 240-252-5542.