Bojangles is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 Community Brand Ambassador and Star Performer Awards, which recognize franchisees who have demonstrated remarkable dedication to both their guests and their communities. These awards highlight franchisees across various operational scales, from those managing one to 10 restaurants to those leading more than 25 locations, honoring their commitment to the Bojangles brand, operational excellence and meaningful community involvement.
Jennifer and Mark Kiskunas, of Conway, have been awarded Community Brand Ambassador winners for 2024.
Community Brand Ambassador
“Our franchisees are essential to Bojangles’ success, and we’re incredibly proud of their
commitment to our brand and the communities they serve,” said David Whitaker, chief operating
officer at Bojangles. “These awardees embody our Bojangles’ dedication to quality and service.”
The Community Brand Ambassador Awards are given to franchisees who exemplify Bojangles’
commitment to serving and engaging their communities with dedication and passion, and the
winners are as follows:
*One to 10 Restaurants Category – Marco and Mayra Acevedo, MM Hospitality
Group: Marco and Mayra Acevedo have led their locations to significant sales and guest
count growth, while also enhancing their restaurants with updated signage and exterior
remodels.
Acevedos’ deep-rooted community involvement is extensive, partnering with
local health departments to support mass vaccination events and organizing “Bo-Berry
with a Cop” gatherings, which foster positive connections between law enforcement and
the community. They’ve also hosted fundraising events with the fire department to
support local schools and remain active members of their local Chamber of Commerce.
* 11 to 25 Restaurants Category – Jennifer and Mark Kiskunas, Bo Benton: Jennifer
and Mark Kiskunas deliver top-notch guest service in Myrtle Beach. In addition to
maintaining modern, inviting facilities across greater Myrtle Beach, they champion
community initiatives, partnering with schools, police and fire departments and hospitals,
and even supporting the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce.
The Kiskunas’ have also expanded their community outreach through catering local events across North and South Carolina, sharing Bojangles’ flavors with new audiences garnering the Community Brand Ambassador recognition.
The Star Performer Awards honor franchisees whose operational excellence and dedication to
the guest experience have set an industry benchmark.
* One to 10 Restaurants Category – Mike White and Gary Huffman, HuffBo: White
and Huffman have achieved impressive sales and guest count growth, creating a
“welcome home” feeling that resonates with guests and reflects the heart of the
Bojangles brand.
Their community engagement includes partnerships with local schools,
faith organizations and involvement in various local events, from golf tournaments to fire
and rescue collaborations and support for Hugh Chatham Hospital.
* 11 to 25 Restaurants Category – Joe Millikin and Jason Gilbert, Randolph
Restaurant Group: Millikin and Gilbert are recognized for their operational consistency
and guest-centric focus, resulting in notable growth across their locations. Their
commitment to quality is seen in their modern, well-maintained facilities and their
community presence includes partnerships with schools, local events and support for
various charitable organizations in their region.
* More than 25 Restaurants Category – Tommy and Donna Haddock: As operators of
some of the highest-performing units in the Bojangles system, the Haddocks achieved
impressive sales and guest growth in 2024. Their dedication to excellence includes
multiple restaurant remodels and the opening of two new locations. They are active
community supporters, partnering with local schools and colleges, the Kay Yow Cancer
Fund and the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which further solidifies their role as
outstanding representatives of Bojangles.
A Community Brand Ambassador award is highly coveted among Bojangles franchise owners. Myrtle Beach now has a community brand ambassador franchise to brag about.
