Open for Opportunity Veteran Entrepreneurship Posted March 26, 2025 Jeff Mulkey, Chick-fil-A Franchise Owner Share Meet Jeff Jeff Mulkey, a former Navy Pilot and Epsilon executive, is a franchise owner of Chick-fil-A in Irving, Texas. After his time as an Epsilon executive, Jeff took on the challenge of franchising in 2014, drawn to the sense of control it offered. For him, it was more than just running a business—it was a way to shape his own future. What sets Jeff apart is his commitment to helping others, particularly veterans. Throughout his time as a franchise owner, he’s encouraged many of his employees to consider military careers, seeing it as a natural extension of his own background. He believes that franchising provides a unique balance, allowing business owners to run things their way while also offering room for personal growth. Through hiring and mentoring, Jeff has built pathways for veterans, providing them with opportunities to find their own success, just as he has in his own career. Jeff Mulkey is Open for Opportunity. The Impact of Franchising Open for Opportunity Campaign Economic Growth Workforce Development Local Community Support Veteran Entrepreneurship Diversity Franchise Associations Worldwide Related Vashti Moore, Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce Jason Madden, The Entrepreneur’s Source – Albuquerque, NM Steven and Peggy Johns, Tropical Smoothie Cafe – Schertz, TX Brian Thompson, Metal Supermarkets – Tampa, FL Scott Hester, Mr. Transmission – Georgia Rich Freddo, CertaPro Painters – Texas John Alexander, STOP Restoration – North Carolina Lou Schager, Mosquito Joe – Virginia Sarah Love, Pure Barre – Virginia Ralph Ware, Real Property Management Valor of Northeast Ohio Patrick Alcorn, Veterans Entrepreneur Program Jody Lamb, FASTSIGNS Franchise Owner Mary Kennedy Thompson, CEO of BNI Brad Stevenson, Chief Development Officer at Neighborly Darrin Lawrence, FASTSIGNS Franchise Owner Advertisement