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Meet Restaurant Operator

Brandon Hurst

Brandon Hurst, a native of Atlanta, GA, began his career with Chick-fil-A while studying accounting at Alabama State University, graduating magna cum laude in 2010. At ASU, he was actively involved as co-head drum major for the Mighty Marching Hornets band and held leadership roles in various student organizations. After graduation, he took on a Director of Operations role in Chicago, completed his MBA in finance in 2012, and joined Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program in Atlanta. In 2014, at just 26, he became a Chick-fil-A franchise owner, launching his first location in downtown Baltimore, MD, in April 2015. Now, Hurst owns multiple Chick-fil-A restaurants in Brooklyn, NY, including the borough’s first location near the Barclays Center. He is committed to serving his community with over 15 years in the hospitality and restaurant industry. Hurst has received several accolades, including the Martin Luther King, Jr. Award for Outstanding Community Service and the 2023 Power List Award in Brooklyn. He also speaks at various events, promoting community service, youth education, financial responsibility, and leadership development.