Since when has Allen Z. Sussman served as Secretary for Marble Slab Creamery?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Secretary of MSC and General Counsel of FAT – Allen Z. Sussman
Mr. Sussman has been our Secretary since May 2023. Mr. Sussman has served as the General Counsel of FAT since March 2021. Mr. Sussman has been Secretary of the Affiliate Franchisors since May 2023. Prior to that from 2012 until March 2021, Mr. Sussman was a partner at the law firm of Loeb & Loeb LLP in Los Angeles, California, specializing in corporate and securities law, and served as primary outside corporate and securities counsel to FAT.
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 16–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Marble Slab Creamery's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Allen Z. Sussman has served as Secretary for Marble Slab Creamery since May 2023. He also holds the position of General Counsel of FAT Brands (FAT). Additionally, Sussman has been Secretary of the Affiliate Franchisors since May 2023.
Before taking on these roles, Sussman was a partner at the law firm of Loeb & Loeb LLP in Los Angeles, California, from 2012 until March 2021. During his time at Loeb & Loeb, he specialized in corporate and securities law and served as primary outside corporate and securities counsel to FAT Brands.
For a prospective Marble Slab Creamery franchisee, this information provides insight into the leadership and legal expertise within the Marble Slab Creamery organization. Knowing that the Secretary also serves as General Counsel for FAT Brands suggests a close alignment between the legal oversight of Marble Slab Creamery and its parent company. Sussman's prior experience as a partner specializing in corporate and securities law further indicates a strong legal background relevant to franchising.