Meet the FPC Team

Ron Herzog CEO and President headshot
Ron Herzog, CEO and President, has spent a number of years developing extensive knowledge of the recruitment industry and successful franchising since joining FPC in January 1995. Over the next few years, he rose through the FPC ranks from an operations and training consultant to the director of operations, executive vice president, ascending to the role of president in 2005.   Ron became the CEO and president when he acquired ownership of the business from founder Rudy Schott in 2007.

In addition to providing his vision for the company, he oversees the day-to-day operations for the FPC system nationwide and has developed a comprehensive training program that is a template for success. He works personally with each office, in collaboration with FPC's New York-based training team, to maximize system productivity. Ron has developed a team of training consultants to help each recruiter reach his or her potential.

Ron is considered an industry expert and has provided insight into workforce trends for print publications, radio broadcasts and industry podcasts.

From 1990 to 1995, Ron held the position of director of human resources for Medical Associates of America, located in Fort Lee, NJ. From 1982 to 1990, he was an executive recruiter with Leslie Kavanagh Associates, Inc. in New York City.

Ron earned his MBA in management and undergraduate degree in marketing and management. He is an avid tennis player and golfer and currently resides in Westchester, NY, with his wife, with whom he has raised two accomplished sons.

Photo Currently Unavailable Rudy Schott, Founder and Consultant, is recognized as a pioneer in the Executive Recruiting industry, opening the first FPC office in New York City in 1959. By 1973, FPC began franchising its operations. Rudy's goal while expanding FPC was to establish and maintain personal, responsive relationships with his franchisees. To preserve these relationships, he designed the network's growth to be beneficial to existing owners. Earning trust through owner-focused support continues to be the cornerstone of FPC's business practices.

Sue Kanrich Director of Training and Operations headshot Sue Azaria Kanrich, Director of Training and Operations, joined FPC National in 1995. Her experience includes more than 20 years of success in recruiting. She spent 11 years with Sales Consultants of Bergen County, NJ, where she was an award-winning, number one producer, co-managing the office that grew from four to nine consultants. Sue’s experience in the staffing industry began with her first two years at a temporary staffing firm. Additional experiences as an educator and as a mediator form the foundation of her training skills. She has spoken at numerous industry meetings and enjoys facilitating training sessions both for consultants and franchise owners.

Roland Jasper Controller headshot Roland Jasper, Controller, joined the company in 1983. After working a few years in the accounting department of FPC affiliated companies, he became the controller. He has developed a great deal of knowledge and experience in financial accounting, budgeting, cash-flow management, payroll taxes and state and local sales and miscellaneous taxes. He has successfully worked with federal and state tax agencies to resolving various tax and audit issues. Roland graduated from Baruch College 1983 with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting. His experience and background allow him to act as a sounding board for FPC owners who may have questions relating to accounting, taxation and business operations.

Dylan DeYoung Senior Operations and Training Consultant headshot Dylan DeYoung joined FPC National in 2005 and brings his hands-on recruiting talent, mentoring and training ability, and strong communication skills to FPC National as a Senior Operations and Training Consultant. Dylan spent three years as a recruiter focusing on Financial and Legal Services in NYC. Dylan took part in the training and mentoring new hires while working as a recruiter and realized that training was the right direction for his career. Previously, Dylan worked in the Private Client Division for Credit Suisse First Boston.

Samirat Rivers Operations Manager headshot Samirat Rivers, Operations Manager, joined the FPC National Headquarters team in November, 2004. She comes with a strong background in human resources and excellent customer and client service. Samirat works closely with the Franchise Owners and trainers providing support, resources development, day-to-day operations, event planning and database/intranet management.

Yasmeen Anderson Marketing Consultant headshot Yasmeen Anderson, Marketing Consultant, has been affiliated with FPC National since 1997. She is closely involved in all of FPC’s marketing efforts including public relations, corporate communications, search engine optimization and marketing, website and intranet development. Previously, Yasmeen worked as a recruiter and began her career in advertising account management.   Yasmeen’s previous experience as a recruiter has enhanced her ability to effectively market the company’s message and goals in harmony with the rest of the FPC team. Yasmeen earned an MBA in marketing and management from Fordham University and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University.

Heidi Terzo Operations and Training Consultant headshot Heidi Terzo, joined the FPC team in March 2007 as an Operations and Training Consultant. She brings solid staffing background to the table, having 7 years experience in the recruiting world in disciplines including; IT, Accounting and Finance, Legal, and Nursing. Heidi has managed, mentored, and trained newly hired recruiters. While working a temp desk, she won awards as “Recruiter of the Year” and “Most Outstanding Performance”.   Heidi has a BA in Psychology from Seton Hall University, and hopes to take her strong people skills and industry exposure to offer the highest level of training and customer-service to our FPC family.

For more information on becoming an FPC franchise partner,

please contact Ron Herzog at rherzog@fpcnational.com or 800.886.7839

Please explore all the pages of this section to learn all about the benefits of becoming an FPC Owner.

Training and Support - Learn more about training and support programs available to new FPC owners

Day in an FPC Owner's Life - Learn about a typical day in the life of an FPC Owner - tasks, challenges, rewards, etc.

FAQ - Have a question!? Maybe we've already answered it!

Specializations - Across the country, FPC offices specialize in a variety of Industries and Disciplines.

Meet the FPC Team - Meet the trainers, administrators, executives and marketing specialists here to support you.

Testimonials - What current FPC owners have to say about their experience with us.

Application Kit - This application kit will help you get started on the process of becoming an FPC owner.

NOTICE: This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises in the U.S.: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Oregon, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable preliminary registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction.

	Ron Herzog, CEO and President, has spent a number of years developing extensive knowledge of the recruitment industry and successful franchising since joining FPC in January 1995. Over the next few years, he rose through the FPC ranks from an operations and training consultant to the director of operations, executive vice president, ascending to the role of president in 2005. Ron became the CEO and president when he acquired ownership of the business from founder Rudy Schott in 2007. In addition to providing his vision for the company, he oversees the day-to-day operations for the FPC system nationwide and has developed a comprehensive training program that is a template for success. He works personally with each office, in collaboration with FPC's New York-based training team, to maximize system productivity. Ron has developed a team of training consultants to help each recruiter reach his or her potential. Ron is considered an industry expert and has provided insight into workforce trends for print publications, radio broadcasts and industry podcasts. From 1990 to 1995, Ron held the position of director of human resources for Medical Associates of America, located in Fort Lee, NJ. From 1982 to 1990, he was an executive recruiter with Leslie Kavanagh Associates, Inc. in New York City. Ron earned his MBA in management and undergraduate degree in marketing and management. He is an avid tennis player and golfer and currently resides in Westchester, NY, with his wife, with whom he has raised two accomplished sons.
Photo Currently Unavailable	Rudy Schott, Founder and Consultant, is recognized as a pioneer in the Executive Recruiting industry, opening the first FPC office in New York City in 1959. By 1973, FPC began franchising its operations. Rudy's goal while expanding FPC was to establish and maintain personal, responsive relationships with his franchisees. To preserve these relationships, he designed the network's growth to be beneficial to existing owners. Earning trust through owner-focused support continues to be the cornerstone of FPC's business practices.
	Sue Azaria Kanrich, Director of Training and Operations, joined FPC National in 1995. Her experience includes more than 20 years of success in recruiting. She spent 11 years with Sales Consultants of Bergen County, NJ, where she was an award-winning, number one producer, co-managing the office that grew from four to nine consultants. Sue’s experience in the staffing industry began with her first two years at a temporary staffing firm. Additional experiences as an educator and as a mediator form the foundation of her training skills. She has spoken at numerous industry meetings and enjoys facilitating training sessions both for consultants and franchise owners.
	Roland Jasper, Controller, joined the company in 1983. After working a few years in the accounting department of FPC affiliated companies, he became the controller. He has developed a great deal of knowledge and experience in financial accounting, budgeting, cash-flow management, payroll taxes and state and local sales and miscellaneous taxes. He has successfully worked with federal and state tax agencies to resolving various tax and audit issues. Roland graduated from Baruch College 1983 with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting. His experience and background allow him to act as a sounding board for FPC owners who may have questions relating to accounting, taxation and business operations.
	Dylan DeYoung joined FPC National in 2005 and brings his hands-on recruiting talent, mentoring and training ability, and strong communication skills to FPC National as a Senior Operations and Training Consultant. Dylan spent three years as a recruiter focusing on Financial and Legal Services in NYC. Dylan took part in the training and mentoring new hires while working as a recruiter and realized that training was the right direction for his career. Previously, Dylan worked in the Private Client Division for Credit Suisse First Boston.
	Samirat Rivers, Operations Manager, joined the FPC National Headquarters team in November, 2004. She comes with a strong background in human resources and excellent customer and client service. Samirat works closely with the Franchise Owners and trainers providing support, resources development, day-to-day operations, event planning and database/intranet management.
	Yasmeen Anderson, Marketing Consultant, has been affiliated with FPC National since 1997. She is closely involved in all of FPC’s marketing efforts including public relations, corporate communications, search engine optimization and marketing, website and intranet development. Previously, Yasmeen worked as a recruiter and began her career in advertising account management. Yasmeen’s previous experience as a recruiter has enhanced her ability to effectively market the company’s message and goals in harmony with the rest of the FPC team. Yasmeen earned an MBA in marketing and management from Fordham University and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University.
	Heidi Terzo, joined the FPC team in March 2007 as an Operations and Training Consultant. She brings solid staffing background to the table, having 7 years experience in the recruiting world in disciplines including; IT, Accounting and Finance, Legal, and Nursing. Heidi has managed, mentored, and trained newly hired recruiters. While working a temp desk, she won awards as “Recruiter of the Year” and “Most Outstanding Performance”. Heidi has a BA in Psychology from Seton Hall University, and hopes to take her strong people skills and industry exposure to offer the highest level of training and customer-service to our FPC family.