Earl Of Sandwich Teams Up With Metropolitan Orlando Urban League

(Wednesday, March 14, 2007) - Earl of Sandwich, the gourmet sandwich collaboration between Robert Earl and Michael Grodi, Chairman and CEO have partnered with the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League to develop a first-of-its kind partnership aimed at creating and increasing jobs, training and business ownership opportunities for minorities in Florida.

Dr. E. Lance McCarthy, President and CEO of the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League sees this as a triumph for the Urban League, which is making major strides toward focusing the organization's agenda from civil rights to economic empowerment and business development.

"This deal is well-timed because it represents our efforts to meet today's needs for economic empowerment and business development in the minority community," said Dr. McCarthy.

The partnership will address the following:
1.) Awarding franchise opportunities to the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League for future development
2.) Job Training for individuals in the community will be trained from entry level to management levels including ownership possibilities.
3.) Target potential candidates for franchise partnerships nationwide
4.) Support the core programs of the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League of Housing, Workforce Development and Youth Counseling

Sidney Green, former NBA Player and Director of Development for Earl of Sandwich said, "We've had great success as a people; we have moved forward from fighting for our civil rights to a new agenda. We are, instead, focusing our efforts on seeking new business relationships to continue growing. By partnering with the Urban League, Earl of Sandwich is able to provide opportunities nationwide for all minorities to succeed in business."

Dan Demolli, President of Franchise Systems of Earl of Sandwich is proud of the long term exclusive partnership that has been forged with the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League. "Starting with a solid educational opportunity and resulting in the dream of owning their own business, Earl of Sandwich is excited to help our minority franchise partners succeed. Our relationship with the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League offers us the opportunity to give deserving people a chance to achieve their ultimate goals."


About the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League:

The Metropolitan Orlando Urban League is one of the 100 affiliates of the National Urban League, which is the largest and oldest community-based organization in the U.S.A. serving 3 million persons annually. The affiliate, which has been providing services to Central Floridians for close to 30 years, has served more than 200,000 persons in the areas of housing, workforce development and youth. The Metropolitan Orlando Urban League is a 501©3 organization.

About Earl of Sandwich:
The sandwich was named after its inventor, the 4th Earl of Sandwich in 1762. As head of the mighty British Navy and lover of day long card games, he literally had his hands full! His brilliant idea of putting meat between two slices of bread solved our quick food problems. Today, the Sandwich family is headed by John Montagu, the 11th Earl of Sandwich. The collaboration between the 11th Earl of Sandwich, his son The Right Honorable Orlando Montagu, Robert Earl, and Michael Grodi has resulted in a unique franchise opportunity in fast-casual dining. The menu includes among its 16 hot sandwiches a delicious roast beef sandwich, made with Certified Angus beef, slow roasted at the restaurant, fresh baked goods, and tasty hand-tossed salads. In the Orlando area, Earl of Sandwich is located in Downtown Disney. Franchise opportunities are available nationwide.
For more information, please contact:
Dan Demolli, President of Franchise Systems
407-992-2988 email: ddemolli@earlofsandwichusa.com

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