Julie worked at Chick-fil-A for 16 years starting as a team member & working her way to Grand Opening Trainer, Operations Director, and General Manager. After her experience with Chick-fil-A and watching her sister become an Owner/Operator, she has developed an even deeper passion for Chick-fil-A and helping others discover the opportunity they have to offer. Julie has a heart to serve and has led multiple fundraising events for families in need. She is very active in her church and is married with five children.

Katie has a background in training, team building, and system development. She is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional, passionate about creating exceptional hiring processes and fostering positive work environments. Residing in Virginia with her husband, two daughters, and greyhound, Katie loves creating and spending time outdoors.

Virginia found her love for serving people when she began her Chick-fil-A journey at 15 years old. She progressed from Team Member to Team Leader and served as the Marketing Director. Virginia is passionate about connecting people to meaningful careers. She loves raising her boys with her husband in a small town outside of College Station, TX. Together they enjoy traveling to Texas' State Parks, trying new recipes, and tending to their bees & birds.

Weston worked for Chick-fil-A as a Director of Operations in Southern California. He graduated from BYU-Idaho with a degree in Business and Communications, which is where he met his wife, Shannon. He started his career in Operations and is passionate about growing people and businesses. When Weston is not working, he is playing golf, making music, rock climbing, or relaxing with his wife and their dog (Nala).

Brandi’s first job was with Chick-fil-A and she worked there for 12 years, starting as a Team Member and working her way up to a Grand Opening Trainer and Day Manager. She has a love and passion for Chick-fil-A and wants to help others experience that same passion. She feels so blessed to be able to have this opportunity to work for Cooper Connect, as she is able to stay at home with her kids. When she is not sharing her passion for Chick-fil-A, Brandi is relaxing with her husband and two kids.

Sommer started with Chick-fil-A in 2008 in Morgantown, WV (Let’s Go Mountaineers!). She started as a team member and worked her way to Manager, Hospitality Director and Grand Opening Certified Trainer. She loved traveling for Grand Openings and creating raving fans across the country. When she is not recruiting, Sommer keeps busy as an active 4-H club leader, AWANA teacher at her local church, and lover of all things Dogue de Bordeaux. Sommer resides in West Virginia with her husband and 2 young sons. They love to garden, raise their dogs, and kayak.

Kaci first started at Chick-fil-A in 2004 at the Dwarfhouse in Fayetteville, GA, returning again in 2009 and going on to work at Truett's Pizza Cafe serving as a team member, catering, marketing and waitstaff. She studied Business Management and minor in Marketing at Clayton State University and is scheduled to graduate in December 2021. Kaci enjoys hiking, camping, and traveling with her family, and takes any opportunity to go on an adventure with her three daughters.

Steven is from Myrtle Beach, SC, and graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a Bachelor’s Degree in History. He worked for Chick-fil-A for over 10 years in various management roles, with his last being as General Manager. He is passionate about connecting people with new opportunities and helping jump-start their career paths. Steven also recently started his own travel agency and wants to help plan remarkable vacations that are stress-free for his clients. When he is not working, he loves spending time with his wife, Ivy, and their cat, Max.

Sierra started with Chick-fil-A as a marketing assistant while working through college as a marketing major. She handled all social media platforms, organizing store events and community outreaches. During this time she realized her heart for building relationships and community. through serving others. She has a husband and four young children who keep her busy! In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, creating new business ventures, being outdoors and home decorating.

Laura's first impressions of Chick-fil-A began in 2002, when she joined the team as a waitress at the Dwarf House in Fayetteville, GA. After marriage to her husband, Scott, she moved to various places with Scott's career in the Marine Corp. During that time, Laura served in a wide variety of ministry services while homeschooling her two children. Laura enjoys being with her family, camping, or having family movie nights.

Makayla's first job was with Chick-fil-A in Houston, TX, where she spent five years growing through leadership roles focused on training, recruiting, and talent development. What started as a summer job quickly became the foundation for her passion of developing people and connecting the right talent with the right opportunities. Before joining Cooper Connect, Makayla led hiring, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives that strengthened team culture and streamlined systems. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Now based in San Antonio with her husband and their two golden retrievers, Makayla enjoys photography, exploring coffee shops, bad reality TV, and walks in nature.

Eli graduated from James Madison University with a B.A. in International Affairs and received an M.A. in Political Science in Florence, Italy where he studied politics of the European Union. His professional background began in market research where he worked with The United States Department of State. His experience with Chick-fil-A began after his wife was accepted into Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program; Eli now travels across the country supporting Chick-fil-A restaurants as she pursues her dream of becoming an Owner/Operator. During his free time, Eli enjoys spending time with his wife, traveling, watching sports, going to the gym, and reading!

Kristin earned her Bachelor's degree in Business from East Tennessee State University and has spent the last 20 years with Chick-fil-A in various roles, including 3 years in the Leadership Development Program. She's passionate about leadership, people development, and the culture that makes Chick-fil-A special. She and her husband live in Northeast Tennessee with their two daughters. In her free time she enjoys baking, spending time with family, and working on jigsaw puzzles.

Jessi grew up in metro Atlanta and started working at Chick-fil-A when she was 16 years old. She graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in Psychology, Sociology, & Spanish. She met her husband while working at the Chick-fil-A in Athens, where she operated a Chick-fil-A food truck. Now, they travel the US together as he serves in CFA's Leadership Development Program and pursues becoming an Owner/Operator. In her free time, she enjoys Pilates classes, trying new restaurants, and taking walks with her husband and their dog, Titan.

Tiago worked for multiple Chick-fil-A locations in Colorado and his last position was as a Front of House Director. He graduated from Colorado Christian University with a degree in Business Management. Tiago is very involved with missions in Brazil and met his wife, Helô on a mission trip during college. Tiago lives in Brazil now and enjoys taking walks with his wife and going on out of town trips or vacations whenever possible!

Andrea is originally from Mexico City, Mexico, but grew up in Alpharetta, GA. She graduated from Berry College in 2019 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and a minor in Psychology. Her journey with Chick-fil-A started as a Marketing Director in Washington D.C., which is also where she met her husband. Outside of work, she loves going hiking, reading, and playing pickleball. She also enjoys traveling the country and exploring new places with her husband who is in Chick-fil-A’s Leadership Development Program.

Shannon is a current nursing student at Duke University with aspirations to become a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. She earned her BS in Public Health from Brigham Young University-Idaho where she also met her husband, Weston. Shannon has been a lover of all things Chick-fil-a and had her first date there with her husband when they were dating. She is compassionate about serving others, giving back to her community, and being an advocate for the underserved. When she is not working, you can find her participating in exercise, spending time with family, or playing with her dog, Nala.

Laura graduated from Northwest Florida State College in 2016 with a degree in Theater and Entertainment Technology with a concentration in Dance. She started working at Chick-fil-A in 2020 and fell in love with the company. In 2022, her husband got accepted into Chick-fil-A’s Leadership Development Program where they travel the country while he is pursuing the path to become an Owner/Operator. When Laura isn’t working, she enjoys exploring new places with her husband, taking dance classes when she can, and watching movies.

Emily says faith is fundamental in all aspects of her life. One verse she lives by is 2 Corinthians 10:5. She graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor’s in Managerial Science. During her senior semester in college, she interned with Chick-fil-A Corporate’s Winshape Camps. Since graduating, she has worked in the credit union industry and for a Chick-fil-A-owned pizza restaurant, Truett’s Pizza Cafe. She, her husband, and daughter reside in a small southern town in south Georgia. In her spare time, she loves to work out, spend time with family, and be outdoors.

Claire is from the mountains of North Carolina and has spent her most recent years teaching 6th grade English in Boone, North Carolina. Claire, her husband, and their fur baby, Scout, are currently living on the road as her husband is in Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program. She has had the privilege to work alongside her husband at Chick-fil-A and has developed a deep appreciation for the brand's core values. In her free time, Claire enjoys running, slow days, reading thrillers, and watching binge-worthy TV shows.

Maddie is a 2020 graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Creative Writing. She began working at Chick-fil-A in 2018 and has developed a strong foundation in hospitality and customer service. Outside of work, Maddie enjoys staying active and creative, spending her free time playing pickleball, reading, and exploring local thrift shops.

Grace Maples is passionate about serving and helping those who are looking for their dream job at Chick-fil-A in whatever capacity she can. She is currently seeking her B.S. in Biblical Counseling as an online student at Boyce College. She and her family live and serve in East Africa. When she is not in class or at work, you can find her hiking mountains with her friends, sipping a cup of hot tea, learning a new language, or baking some croissants.

Rachel is from North Carolina and currently resides in Tennessee. For the last 10 years, she has worked for nonprofits in various Administrative and Event role capacities. She has a passion to serve and develop people in every aspect of her life. Being outside gives her energy, music can bring her peace, and staying active in her church and local community gives her purpose.

Jessica graduated from Pellissippi State in 2012 with an Associates Degree in Sociology. She's always had a love for helping others and has spent a majority of her career in hospitality and working with children. Jessica is a lover of all things Chick-fil-A and is compassionate about serving others and giving back to her community. In her free time, you can find her working on home projects, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with her husband, three kiddos, and goldendoodle, Olive.

Cora is from Myrtle Beach, SC and has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Liberty University. She is currently traveling across the country with her husband who is in Chick-fil-A's Leadership Development Program. Cora's Chick-fil-A experience comes from working in the restaurant as well as helping her husband manage corporate-owned locations. In her free time, Cora loves being a mom to her boys, reading and reviewing books, and traveling to new places.

Ashton attended Texas A&M University where she received her BBA in 2021. She worked at Chick-fil-A for over 2 years as a Marketing Director and then an Executive Director. She fell in love with the culture that Chick-fil-A offers and knew it was something she wanted to be connected to long-term. In her free time, Ashton loves listening to podcasts, being outdoors with her fur babies, and traveling with her husband.