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Franklin Jr., supports the American Diabetes Association, mainly through participating in its walk event. Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes is the signature fundraising walk of the American Diabetes Association. It has been taking place for more than 20 years and has raised more than $175 million to stop diabetes. The company’s director of marketing, Colleen Franklin, is diabetic, leading the company to get involved with the association four years ago. She truly believes in what the funds generated can offer those affected by diabetes and L-R: Colleen Franklin, her brother Jerry and her father, Gerald Franklin has consistently been an active participant in Jr., support Team RED during the the walk. She was the Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes. Team RED captain for the Cleveland, Ohio, Step Out walk for three years and served as the walk’s ambassador in 2012. Franklins Management has also supported the American Diabetes Association through an event called Grub, Suds and BDubs®—a food and craft beer pairing fundraiser held at one of their Ohio restaurants. Franklin has high hopes for work of the American Diabetes Association.“Continuing to fund and supply research for a cure is the most important. In the meantime, I hope funds can be offered to teach diabetics to live healthy lifestyles. You should always control your diabetes; your diabetes should never control you!”she said. The very nature of philanthropy is selfless, but the satisfaction one receives from giving —be it time, money or energy— to a worthwhile cause can be powerful. FBS is proud of its members for taking an active part in charitable initiatives. To those who are involved in a cause or organization close to your heart, we thank you. The Buffalo Wild Wings® franchisee community continues to spread its good fortune and promote a positive brand image all while making a difference in the lives of others. S KRISTEN PEREZ is the FBS communications coordinator. You can reach her at 678-797-5161 or [email protected]. If I’m not there, who knows what time we’re opening? What are you thinking about? We’re thinking about your security. 1.800.2.TYCO.IS / Safer. Smarter. Tyco.™ ©2015 Tyco. All rights reserved. Tyco is a registered trademark. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. TycoIS_BWW_HalfPage_2015.indd 1 4/27/15 11:19 AM SCORE | 2015 Issue 2 For a Free Mobile Security Management Demo, visit TycoIS.com/mobile 21 THE With Tyco Integrated Security’s Mobile Security Management, you can remotely manage your security system at any time on your smartphone, tablet or laptop – whether you’re in the store or halfway across the country. It’s just one reason why we help secure more businesses – of any size – than any other company.