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Fred DeLuca

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Subway Sandwiches and Salads

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AnotherForbes 400 member, Fred DeLuca estimated net worth is $1.8 billion. As owner of the second largest fast-food chain, Subway, De Luca started his career at 17. Subway also took part in the recent fashion frenzy during New York Fashion Week and hosted the “Project Subway” fashion show— Elsa Hiltner, a Chicago-based designer, designed her creations using Subway’s recycled packaging. The fashion show helped raise awareness about Subway’s ongoing efforts to promote environmental friendliness.