Smart Franchising with Fransmart

Dishing Up Success: How Don Fox Built a Franchise Phenomenon


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From his early days scrubbing dishes to directing a billion-dollar brand, Don Fox's extraordinary journey to the top of Firehouse Subs is a testament to where ambition and grit can take you.

 With a deep dive into his decision-making process, Don shares how adapting to change, course-correcting, and always putting the brand first were crucial to

his and the company's success. He also emphasizes the importance of a community-focused approach, highlighting how the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has become an integral part of the brand's identity, contributing
nearly $90 million to public safety initiatives.

 

With 50 years of industry experience, Don dives into the challenges and triumphs of building a franchise empire, the importance of investing in people, and the strategic decisions that propelled Firehouse Subs to over 1200 locations.

 This episode isn't just a story about making it

big—it's about making a difference, one sandwich at a time. Tune in for an inspiring blend of wisdom, wit, and practical advice from a true industry titan.

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