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From Rock to Subs: Firehouse Co-Founder Dies at 65
25 Oct
Summary
- Co-founder of Firehouse Subs, Chris Sorensen, has passed away at 65.
- He was a professional guitarist before co-founding the popular sandwich chain.
- Sorensen co-founded Firehouse Subs in 1994, growing it to over 1,200 locations.
Chris Sorensen, a key figure behind the Firehouse Subs chain, passed away recently at 65. His life's journey was marked by diverse passions, beginning with a career as a professional guitarist before he ventured into the culinary world.
In 1994, Sorensen, alongside his brother Robin, established the first Firehouse Subs in Jacksonville, Florida. He was instrumental in shaping the brand's aesthetic, ensuring each location featured unique murals reflecting local fire and police services.
After its sale in 2021 for one billion dollars to Restaurant Brands International, the Firehouse Subs empire had grown to encompass over 1,200 restaurants. Together with his brother, Sorensen also founded the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in 2005.
This foundation has been instrumental in supporting first responders, having awarded more than $118 million in grants for essential equipment and education across the United States and Canada.
