B.U.I.L.D. Leadership Program

B.U.I.L.D. Leadership Program

Where Future Leaders Learn to OWN Their Success

Program Overview & Mission

B.U.I.L.D. (Business Understanding, Innovation, & Leadership Development) is an elite entrepreneurial development program that transforms ambitious young professionals into business-ready leaders. Operating like a mini-MBA within a thriving Chick-fil-A restaurant, B.U.I.L.D. provides the rare opportunity to learn business fundamentals while gaining real-world experience in a high-performing operation.

This isn't just another leadership programit's your pathway to ownership. Whether your vision is becoming a Chick-fil-A Operator or launching your own entrepreneurial venture, B.U.I.L.D. equips you with the strategic mindset, operational excellence, and leadership capabilities that separate successful business owners from the rest. You'll work alongside seasoned entrepreneurs, make decisions that impact real business outcomes, and develop the confidence to lead with purpose.

In B.U.I.L.D., you don't just learn about businessyou live it. Every day brings new challenges, measurable results, and the kind of hands-on experience that can't be taught in a classroom. You'll graduate not just with knowledge, but with a proven track record of driving results and leading teams.

What Participants Will Learn

• Financial Mastery : P&L management, cost control, revenue optimization, and key performance indicators that drive profitability
• Operations Excellence : Supply chain management, quality systems, efficiency optimization, and process improvement methodologies
• Leadership in Action : Team building, conflict resolution, performance management, and creating culture that drives results
• Customer Experience Innovation : Service design, loyalty building, market research, and creating memorable brand experiences
• Strategic Thinking : Competitive analysis, market positioning, growth planning, and long-term business strategy
• Sales & Marketing : Local store marketing, community engagement, digital marketing, and revenue growth strategies
• Entrepreneurial Mindset : Risk assessment, opportunity recognition, innovation processes, and building sustainable competitive advantages
• Communication & Influence : Public speaking, stakeholder management, negotiation skills, and executive presence

Program Structure

Duration : 24-month intensive program with ongoing alumni network access

Core Components :

Ideal Candidate Profile

B.U.I.L.D. is designed for ambitious individuals who possess :

Program Outcomes : What Winning Looks Like

Upon completion of B.U.I.L.D., successful participants will have :

Ready to B.U.I.L.D. Your Future?

This is more than a programit's your launch pad to business ownership and entrepreneurial success. Join the ranks of leaders who didn't just learn about business, but learned to BUILD it.

Applications accepted quarterly. Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and maximum impact.