I began my career in Charlotte, NC, working with a multimillion-dollar commercial printer serving Fortune 50 to 500 companies. After four years, I started reflecting on my future and questioning if my current role was the right path forward. I explored various possibilities—pursuing my own idea, operating within another system, staying where I was, or making a lateral move.
Jimmy John’s caught my attention for its simplicity, fresh bread, and seamless operational systems, which resonated deeply with my background in manufacturing and 5S principles. The meticulous attention to detail and the alignment with my process-driven mindset made it a perfect fit. After narrowing down my research in 2014, I interviewed with Jimmy John’s, and in 2015, I signed on for my first store. By the end of 2023, we had grown to 15 locations.
In 2023, I experienced a pivotal shift, dedicating the business to God. I came to realize that the business wasn’t truly mine—I am merely a steward, tasked with creating a path for others to discover Christ when they’re ready. Since making this change, we’ve expanded from 15 to 25 locations, including 24 Jimmy John’s and one Dunkin’, with plans for 20 more across Jimmy John’s, Dunkin’, and Toppers Pizza. As we continue to grow, our ministry grows alongside us, with His will remaining our guiding focus.
Through our core values of CRAFT, we strive to live out our principles in everything we do as we believe Ministry can be done through the workplace.
