Our Foundation

For Robin, his proudest accomplishment is co-founding Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in 2005. He sits on the Foundation's board of directors and approves donations of lifesaving equipment and funding for first responders on a quarterly basis. Robin's philanthropic heart continues to advance the mission of the Foundation.

With more than a decade of experience in the fire service, Chris co-founded the nonprofit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Knowing personally the needs of first responders, Chris is committed to making a difference for the men and women in the fire service and public safety through his philanthropy and board service.

For Robin, his proudest accomplishment is co-founding Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in 2005. He sits on the Foundation's board of directors and approves donations of lifesaving equipment and funding for first responders on a quarterly basis. Robin's philanthropic heart continues to advance the mission of the Foundation.

Ken Jur is a multi-unit Firehouse Subs Franchisee from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada since 2023. Ken also operates Tim Hortons locations in the same area. Giving back to local community organizations is deeply important to Ken and family, and the Canadian Public Safety Foundation does just that. Working with our local first responder organization has been such a rewarding and insightful experience. Outside of work, Ken has three active kids that he enjoys chasing after to sports and activities with his wife, Alicia.

Amit Seth is a CPA, dedicated entrepreneur and community leader with extensive experience in accounting, tax, audit management, hospitality and restaurant operations. As the Vice-Chair of the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps Board of Directors, Amit has demonstrated a strong commitment to community engagement and youth development. As a Firehouse Subs, Tim Hortons and Popeyes restaurant owner, Amit is using his finance and business expertise, as well as his nonprofit experience, to contribute to the Foundation's mission and operations. Prior to his time in the restaurant industry, Amit was a manager at PwC in their tax services group and served on the board for the Downtown Yonge Business Improvement Area.

Marc A. Rosen is a Professor of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Ontario Tech University (formally University of Ontario Institute of Technology) in Oshawa, Canada, where he served as founding Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. Dr. Rosen has served as President of the Engineering Institute of Canada and of the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering. He has acted in many professional capacities, including founding Editor-in-Chief of the journal Sustainability and a Board member of Oshawa Power.

Dr. Rosen is an active teacher and researcher in thermodynamics, energy technology, sustainable energy, sustainability and the environmental impact. Much of his research has been carried out for industry. Dr. Rosen has worked for such organizations as Imatra Power Company in Finland, Argonne National Laboratory, the Institute for Hydrogen Systems near Toronto, and Toronto Metropolitan University, where he served as Chair the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Industrial Engineering. He holds a B.A.Sc. in Engineering Science, Nuclear and Thermal Power Generation Option, an M.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto.

Dr. Rosen has received numerous awards and honours, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the Engineering Institute of Canada, the Canadian Academy of Engineering, the Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering, and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Robin Gainey serves the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department as a district chief for the department's technical rescue team. Robin received a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the University of North Florida in 2013. Robin is currently serving on the executive board of Local 122 of the International Association of Firefighters as Sergeant of Arms and serves on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Respiratory Protection Committee. Robin is a native of Jacksonville, Florida and has lived in the area his entire life. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

Mike Hancock was appointed President of Firehouse Subs in 2023 following a year with the brand as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). Prior to joining Firehouse, he was the COO of Tim Hortons from October of 2018 to April of 2022. Hancock first joined RBI in 2013 holding various leadership positions for Burger King. In Europe he led the Southern Europe, Turkey, and Africa business, and in the United States he led both field operations and restaurants development. Hancock has an MBA from MIT’s Sloan School of Management and received his undergraduate business degree from Florida Atlantic University.

Captain Carey Taylor has served the Calgary Fire Department for 21 years, with 12 years of volunteer fire service in Saskatchewan before joining his current department. In addition, he has served as a board member for the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation since 2009. Through his role on the Foundation’s board of directors, he hopes to help smaller departments get needed equipment and assist in disaster relief efforts. Carey is an avid sports fan, both as a spectator and participant!

Chief Matt Townsend brings 27 years of service to his role on the Foundation's board of directors. As Deputy Chief of Fire Operations for the Milton Fire Department, he approaches his career with professionalism and strives to serve the residents of Milton with integrity and a strong focus on community safety. Matt is a proud husband and father of two active sports-loving children. He values family, community and service above all.

As Executive Director, Robin Peters helped establish the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation as a highly respected and effective national non-profit entity. Known as the “heart” of Firehouse Subs, the Foundation provides lifesaving equipment and resources to the first responders in communities served by the restaurant chain and beyond through a quarterly grant-making process.

Meghan Vargas holds a B.S. in Communication, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit Management from the University of North Florida. With nearly 10 years of experience with the Foundation, she has advanced from Community Programs Manager to Development Manager to her current position, where she works to increase donations through development campaigns, public relations, special events and strategic partnerships.

Jacquelyn Kotos graduated with a B.A. in Communications from Flagler College in 2011. Since joining the Foundation team in 2012, she has held many positions, including Senior Manager of Foundation Programs, Foundation Programs Manager and Foundation Coordinator. Prior, she interned with the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation.

Gina Brown received a degree in Finance from Lindenwood University in 1998. Since joining Firehouse Subs in 2011, Gina has risen from a financial services accountant to her current position, where she can exercise her skills in finance management, budgeting and nonprofit organizations.