In the days following the sudden closure of Foxtrot and Dom’s Market, former employees were struggling to find new job opportunities. Suspicions ran high among workers that their parent company, Outfox Hospitality, may have violated the WARN Act. Despite their attempts to reach out, Outfox Hospitality remained silent on the matter.
On their website, they stated that they had explored various options but ultimately found no viable solutions to save the stores. The closures had a ripple effect on other small businesses in Chicago. Corey Kaplan, owner of Corey’s Bagels, shared how the closure of Dom’s Market affected him directly. He had been supplying the store daily but was abruptly cut off without any warning. Now he is left without his largest account and owes money that he does not expect to receive back.
Kaplan spoke out about his concerns for the broader impact of these closures on individuals and businesses alike. He urged customers of Dom’s and Foxtrot to support local businesses that had been working with them for years. By visiting brick-and-mortar shops like his own, customers could help ensure that these businesses continue to thrive in spite of the challenges faced by larger corporations.
The community came together in response to the sudden closures of Dom’s and Foxtrot, rallying to support those affected by these changes. While many are still grappling with aftermath and uncertainties caused by these events, hope remains that answers and solutions will be forthcoming in due time.
