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am deeply honored to receive the 2025 Congressman Sam Johnson Defender
of Freedom Award,” said DePinto. “It was incredibly moving to be surrounded
by family, friends, and colleagues at this special event. A highlight of
the evening was the fireside chat with my West Point classmate, Dr. Mark
Esper, which was both inspiring and thought-provoking. Being associated
with a true American hero like Congressman Sam Johnson, a decorated fighter
pilot, POW, and longtime Congressman, is truly humbling. I am grateful
to the board of NDBS for this recognition—it’s a milestone in my career.”
Charles Daniels, President of the NDBS Board, remarked, “Joe DePinto’s commitment to supporting our nation’s military and veterans is exactly what this award stands for. His contributions made him a natural choice for this honor.” DePinto, a West Point graduate and MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, is a recognized leader in both business and veteran support. As CEO of 7-Eleven, which operates, franchises and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the retail industry. In addition, he serves as a Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army and sits on several prestigious boards, including the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation and the Kellogg School of Management’s Global Advisory Board. DePinto is the third recipient of the Sam Johnson Defender of Freedom Award, following previous honorees Scott Murray, CEO of Murray Media, and Darcy Anderson, Vice Chairman of Hillwood Management, a Perot company based in Dallas. The National Defense Briefing Series, founded in 2021, aims to educate the community on vital national security issues and raise funds for member organizations dedicated to military and veteran causes. The Defender of Freedom Award is named in honor of Congressman Sam Johnson, who dedicated 65 years of service to his country as an Air Force fighter pilot, POW, and U.S. Congressman. For more information, visit www.NDBSinc.org or contact Charles Daniels, President, NDBS, (cdaniels1@sbcglobal.net).  About 7-Eleven, Inc. 7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name in the U.S. convenience-retailing industry. Based in Irving, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to 7-Eleven® stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. operates and franchises Speedway®, Stripes®, Laredo Taco Company® and Raise the Roost® Chicken and Biscuits locations. Known for its iconic brands such as Slurpee®, Big Bite® and Big Gulp®, 7-Eleven has expanded into high-quality sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings and mini beef tacos. 7-Eleven offers customers industry-leading private brand products at an outstanding value. Customers can earn and redeem points on various items in stores nationwide through its 7Rewards® and Speedy Rewards® loyalty programs with more than 80 million members, place an order in the 7NOW® delivery app in over 95% of the convenience retailer’s footprint, or rely on 7-Eleven for other convenient services. Find out more online at www.7-Eleven.com. Contact:
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