Popeyes presented NRD's CEO, Aziz Hashim, with its prestigious "Emerging Leader" award on March 15, 2011 at the Popeyes International Franchise Conference in Orlando, Florida.  In less than two years with the Popeyes brand, NRD has made a tremendous impact.  Aziz serves on the Popeyes Foundation board and is a Popeyes International Franchise Association Development Committee Member.  NRD's stellar operational performance and its strong commitment to the brand is evident in its growth plans with the franchise.  NRD opened its 10th Popeyes location in December 2010 and is on target to open more units in 2011.  NRD was truly honored by this award.