Craig Erlich has been President and CEO of Friendly’s Restaurants for two years, revitalizing the iconic brand after he acquired the company as President and CEO of BRIX Holdings, a role he held for seven years. A strategic leader in retail operations, logistics, real estate, business development, team building, and marketing, Erlich has held leadership positions with CVS Health, Jo-Ann’s, and KB Toys. He currently sits on the Governing Board of Directors for Easterseals North Texas and has been a volunteer leader for Easterseals for more the past 15 years after serving as Vice President for Easterseals New York, Vermont, and Coastal Fairfield County from 2011 until 2013.