Franchisee Opens Firehouse Subs' 1,500th Restaurant

Firehouse Subs franchisee Chad Fulkerson, an Air Force veteran who transitioned into the restaurant industry following his military service, recently opened his third unit at 2608 Enterprise Drive in Abilene, Texas.

"Opening the 1,500th Firehouse Subs restaurant is an extraordinary honor," Fulkerson said. "I'm incredibly proud of my team and grateful for the support I've received from the Firehouse Subs leadership team throughout this journey. As I celebrate my third restaurant with the brand, I'm humbled by the opportunity to continue growing with a company that is committed to serving communities and creating opportunities for entrepreneurs like my son, who is now beginning his own journey with Firehouse Subs."

As part of a grand opening ceremony on Aug. 21, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation will grant a rescue boat with motor and accessories to the City of Abilene, on behalf of the Abilene Fire Department, valued at $37,160.

"1,500 restaurants have us fired up for many reasons," said Mike Hancock, president of Firehouse Subs. "We love serving the best hot sandwiches in the industry, and we couldn't be more excited about the growth of our Public Safety Foundation. Our restaurants and guests have funded more than $115 million in lifesaving equipment for first responders. Every new restaurant means we can do even more for the people who protect those communities."