12.2010 – Famous Famiglia joins Continental airlines to host the annual “Trip to the North Pole” in Houston in support of terminally ill children. “We are blessed to have the opportunity to meet these wonderful children and to be encouraged by their spirit,” intimates John Kolaj.
Opening at the Delaware House Travel Plaza!
06.2010 – Famous Famiglia announces its latest opening at the Delaware House Travel Plaza.
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2010 Award
06.2010 – Famous Famiglia co-founder Giorgio Kolaj receives the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2010 Award in the retail, distribution, and manufacturing category in Metro New York. According to Ernst & Young LLP, the award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who are building and leading dynamic, growing businesses.
Latest Airport Opening
05.2010 – Famous Famiglia announces its latest opening at Milwaukee International Airport.
Giorgio Kolaj Named President of the Queens Council of the Boy Scouts
05.2010 – Famous Famiglia co-founder, Giorgio Kolaj, is selected as the president of the Queens Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Giorgio will direct and guide the Executive Board of the Queens Council as it works to further the goals of Scouting within the Borough of Queens.
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Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award Finalist
05.2010 – Famous Famiglia co-founder, Giorgio Kolaj, is selected as a finalist for the 2010 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award Program is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs, and honors those whose vision, courage, and achievements have sustained successful growing business ventures.
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2010 Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics
04.2010 – Famous Famiglia is selected by the World Franchising Network as one of the 2010 Top 25 Franchises for Hispanics due to their commitment to the recruitment and advancement of minorities within the company.
Third Location Opened at Newark!
04.2010 – Famous Famiglia announces its latest opening at Newark Liberty International Airport – Terminal B. This is the third Famous Famiglia location at the airport.
Pearl Harbor Naval Base Location Awarded
03.2010 – Famous Famiglia’s Pearl Harbor Naval Base location was selected as The Best Concession Vendor for the month of February. Awards are based on customer feedback, mystery shopper, and observations.
US Navy Base Location
03.2010 – Famous Famiglia expands its presence with the United States Navy. The company signs its third location with the U.S. Navy at the Naval Base San Diego in San Diego, California.