Bryan Fletcher, Owner/Operator
PARHAM ROAD
Bryan Fletcher, a Virginia native, transitioned south at the start of his career to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He began working for his Uncle at Chick-fil-A, where he became passionate about developing others and kept an intentional mindset on serving his surrounding community.
Bryan worked alongside his then-fiancee, Jennifer who he eventually married. He and Jennifer continued to work together at Chick-fil-A until the birth of their first of 3 children in 2006. The Fletcher’s enjoy staying active and investing in their hometown of Richmond, Virginia.
Career Highlights
2002
2004
AUGUST, 2010
2021
2022
Chick-fil-A Story
Bryan moved to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, shortly after graduating college in 2002. He applied himself greatly keeping a growth mindset during his first year with Chick-fil-A while he learned as Team Member. He eventually progressed to a Night Time Supervisor position before moving to Wilmington, North Carolina, the following year as the General Manager of a new free-standing Chick-fil-A location.
Bryan assisted in developing many leaders at this location and remain very involved in the surrounding communities until being selected as the Operator for the Regency Square Mall location in 2004. Using the same strategies he had learned at the Wilmington location, Bryan was able to run a successful mall location for the 6 years he was there. In 2010, Bryan was selected to open the new Parham Road location in Richmond, Virginia, where he still resides as its current Operator. His team describes him as supportive, bubbly, wise, and willing to help in any situation.
Vision and Values
Chick-fil-A Parham Road is a proud community partner that loves to give back in any way it can. You may have even seen them around town serving at a local school, event, or fair! Their support extends to many organizations including but not limited to, Runway2Life, Miracles in Motion, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond, and the local Children’s Hospital.
Parham Road hosts a variety of community events such as Kids Night, Spirit Events, Food Drives, Craft Nights, Gallons for Good, Feed the Hungry, and Holiday Celebrations.
The Parham location donates to many organizations, even keeping $1000 in reserve to help anyone in need at a moment’s notice.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Next Generation of Leaders
The Operator of Chick-fil-A Parham, Bryan Fletcher, has a passion for investing in the growth of future leaders. All leaders in the restaurant go through a development plan created by himself, or Chick-fil-A Corporate. For the junior level leaders, an individual growth plan is created with ongoing coaching and ample opportunities for advancement. Those in the Director level position, move down the path of Chick-fil-A’s established Leadership Development Program.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE LOOKING TO BECOME A CHICK-FIL-A OWNER/OPERATOR?
“It’s really really competitive, so you have to learn all aspects, every position. You don’t have to master, but you have to know. Be able to tell your story. Be a grinder. Be willing to give it your all, develop yourself on a daily basis and be someone who makes their team better. Don’t be discouraged and lose heart.”
– Bryan Fletcher
