Still, Sam and Emily want to balance high expectations with a desire for their kids to be unburdened by them. “There might be a little more of a spotlight on us,” Sam acknowledged, “but with that, there are opportunities to shine.” The kids feel the pressure a bit. “But it motivates you at the same time,” Noah said. “My dad has such an insane story — it’s, like, one in a million — so you strive to be like him, but you also realize you have to be yourself and do your own thing.” Indeed, Sam’s unlikely story keeps unfolding in interesting ways. Even with the company acquisition, his day-to-day life looks remarkably like it always has. He’s still in Phoenix, running his company, and opening new restaurants at a rapid pace. FRC opened 19 restaurants last year and is on schedule to open about 15 this year. They just signed a deal for Doughbird in Austin, Texas, and are continuing to grow Flower Child and North. They’re also working on a couple of different locations s the research arm of UArizona Department of Pediatrics, the Steele Children’s Research Center is the state’s only academic pediatric medical research center. The dual role of researcher and physician there is also unique in pediatric medicine in Arizona. The Steele Center’s physician-scientists bring their research from “the bench to the bedside” and examine complex children’s medical issues to improve children’s health. “To be successful in life you must have a purpose and that purpose must be driven by passion. I am passionate about creating and propagating knowledge to improve the health of children all over the world,” said Dr. Fayez Ghishan, director of the Steele Center. The Phoenix Women’s Board works to support processes that lead to improved treatments and cures for devastating childhood diseases. The board believes that discovering answers to childhood diseases comes from taking action, which led them to adopt the name PANDA — People Acting Now Discover Answers. For two decades, PANDA has funded pilot projects and early-stage research that has fueled millions of dollars in grants. Now entering its third decade, PANDA will continue to fund medical research to produce new ideas, novel treatments and cures for very sick children. To learn more, visit azpanda.org . PANDAs Love People 26 FRONTDOORS MEDIA | MARCH 2 020 A Dr. Fayez Ghishan, director of the Steele Center, with young models at a PANDA fashion show.

of The Henry, have a Culinary Dropout and Blanco under construction in Denver, and are doing four or five existing brands in the Valley. “We haven’t stopped. In fact, I think we’re working even more,” Sam said. “I built an amazing company and love leading it every single day. I’m not ready to retire.” As if that weren’t enough, Sam is also working on a couple of big side projects, including a hotel at 44 th and Camelback and a three-level supper club in Nashville called The Twelve Thirty Club. The kids clearly idolize their dad and, though Noah has shown an interest in the family business, Sam doesn’t want him to see it as his only option. Still, Sam recognizes that the business can teach a lot of valuable lessons — “how you treat people, how you want to be treated. It’s a good exposure to life,” he said. So Noah and Chloe spend a fair share of time in the Fox restaurants. Noah has bused tables, and Chloe has worked in the marketing department. “Sam and I both grew up working,” Emily said. “I started working when I was 13 and worked throughout high school and college. I think it’s important that we show our kids not to take anything for granted, that money doesn’t grow on trees, and that life doesn’t come easy.” But all in all, life is good for the Foxes. They enjoy traveling and games and spending time with one another. “We’ve been fortunate,” Sam said. “We can expose the kids to a lot of things that maybe I didn’t have growing up.” Of course, many of those things include the family business. “We love riding our bikes to Olive & Ivy for brunch,” Sam said. “We’re for sure into our food,” Chloe agreed. Unfortunately for Sam, the kids’ favorite restaurant isn’t one of their father’s. That distinction goes to Nobu. “That’s all we do is talk about food in our family,” Emily said. “There’s always a good debate,” laughed Sam. Take Jade for an example. Two years ago, Jade underwent a bone marrow transplant. While she was in the hospital, she met our Founder & CEO, Lorraine Tallman. Lorraine opened her arms and welcomed Lauren, Jade's Mom, and Jade into the Amanda Hope family. We were able to provide her with hope, community, resources, and assistance. Jade received her bright, colorful Comfycozy's for Chemo dress to allow for easy access to her port during treatment. Amanda Hope staff and volunteers brought Meals of Hope meals to Lauren so she didn't have to leave Jade's side. Our team also sent cafeteria cards and gas cards to help their family through this difficult journey. Today Jade is a healthy and happy little girl who has come back to Amanda Hope with her mom and sister to lift up kids just like her! D O L L A R - F O R - D O L L A R A R I Z O N A T A X C R E D I T ! 43 kids are diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. every day and Amanda Hope is here to help W I T H Y O U R H E L P , W E C A N S U P P O R T M O R E L I T T L E W A R R I O R S L I K E J A D E . Your dollar-for-dollar charitable tax credit on your Arizona state taxes ($400 for individuals and $800 for couples) will provide Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels the opportunity to bring dignity and comfort into the harsh world of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. E I N : 4 6 - 2 5 2 8 8 9 | A Z Q C O : 2 0 8 5 4 G I V E T O D A Y A N D H E L P U S M A K E A D I F F E R E N C E ! Donations can be made online at amandahope.org/tax-credit or by mailing a check to: Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels 340 E Coronado Rd, Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 85004