Pleasant Grove Road
& Whitaker Parkway
Meet the Directors
Andrew Bryant
Director Dinner - January 14th 2019
Andrew grew up in Northwest Arkansas, with two loving parents, and the youngest of four siblings. He is an uncle to two crazy nieces and one nephew. Andrew graduated from Shiloh in 2015 and graduated from the University of Arkansas with his bachelor's. He started working at Chick-fil-A at the young age of 15 and is now a director at Whitaker Parkway. Andrew loves sports, movies, gaming, and his German Shepherd, Luna. Meet Andrew Bryant!
Brad Vass
Brad was born in Oklahoma City to high school sweethearts Brian and Brenda. His father enlisted in the marine corps immediately following high school which sparked a career in the military. As a byproduct of having a military dad, Brad and his two siblings, (Brent and Brenna) lived in several states all before graduating high school. Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia all made the list. He spent time in Fort Smith, AR before living in both Virginia Beach and Northern California. Eventually, Brad landed back in NWA where he has found a home ever since. Growing up Brad loved playing sports of all kinds but his passion was soccer. He played center mid as a 6 year old all the way through graduating high school. Brad has an Associate's Degree in business, and has spent time studying at the UofA, NWACC and Longwood University. By age 22 Brad was working full time at CFA! One of Brad's main passions is for all things "sci-fi" related. Marvel, Dr. Who, Star Wars and Harry Potter are top of the list. Music has also been a constant in Brad's life. Hip hop, Rap and R&B are all favorites. Brad is engaged to his beautiful fiance, Autumn. He believes in a hard day's work, and is most definitely an early riser. He wants to continue a career in the food industry as he loves what he does! Meet Brad Vass!
Matthew Boydstun
Matt was born and raised right here in Northwest Arkansas. Blessed to have two loving parents, and two older brothers (Guy and Kenneth) Matt reflects fondly on his childhood. Matt grew up loving football and played center from 6th grade to graduating from Greenland High School. Upon graduation, Matt went to work full time starting his food service career at Rally's. Matt worked his way up from a team member to a restaurant leader before moving into a kitchen manager role at Corky's BBQ. Shortly after he left Corky's to work for Jim Bryant, and has been here ever since. Matt met his wife Nancy in high school, as they dated nearly 5 years before tying the knot. Today they are proud parents of two sons, Kevin age 16, and Alex age 12. Kevin takes after his mom enjoying both reading and playing in the marching band. Alex is his father's son as he is true outdoors man. However both Kevin and Alex are both heavily involved in boy scouts with their dad. Matt and Nancy attend South side baptist Church where Matt is an ordained Deacon. Outside of that Matt loves to be outside running his small farm of 20 cows and 3 chickens. He is passionate about gun safety and proper shooting techniques. One of his favorite activities is target practice on their 40 acres with his two boys. Matt is a true family man, and loves working with his hands. He helped to build his house where the Boydstuns have lived for the past 17 years. Looking forward Matt would love to see his family continue to grow and prosper, as well as see his two sons grow up to be men of high moral character. Meet Matthew Boydstun!
Ryan Bradshaw
This is the Bradshaw family. Ryan, his wife Samantha, their son Tobias, and daughter Ariella. They love to spend their time outdoors. Every free chance they get you’ll find them kayaking, fishing, camping, hunting, gardening. They kick back by either watching Kansas City Chiefs football or sitting by the fire pit reading. Whatever the activity, these are all done with their all-black German Shepard sidekick, Athena. Ryan and his wife love doing life and parenting together and strive to put the Lord first in their marriage and all other aspects of their life. They look forward to serving each and every one of you in the same manner.
Meet Ryan Bradshaw!
Sarah Woolridge
Sarah is the Marketing Director at our Whitaker Parkway location. (Need Bio) Meet Sarah Woolridge!
Seth Clark
This is the Clark family. Seth, his wife Stephanie, and two sons Henry and Dietrich. Chick-fil-A has always been a part of Seth's life. Outside of Chick-fil-A he enjoys spending time with his family, collecting knives, and woodworking. Meet Seth!
John Burkett
Born Texas, Dallas. Spent early childhood. 4 years - Clarksville, AR - 12 years - NWA - 1996 - 1998 FSR Team Member, basketball player. High school student - Homeschooled - NWACC - 2 UofA - Marketing Management. Bachelor's. Part time college - fridays and saturdays 12 -15 hours. 2 years TM - Team Leader - Supervisor - December 2008 - Assistant Manager - Mall - by next year 2008. Loving DT window, Front - Handheld - Grand Openings - 7 LR 1 hot springs fay, Tulsa, Sercy, Joplin MS/ Oklahoma. 2 brothers David army, college Gabriel, Melody. Parents local. Enjoy video games - playstation - bowling college credit - Biking - working out - mountain biking - music piano / guitar - calestenics body weight movements. Very much looking forward to the new store. pushing yourself with your career. 20 years total. all with Jim. Enjoys being an uncle, and he enjoys cars and vehicles. Enjoys rollercoasters immensely! Hard working, highly self motivated! high achieving. Meet John Burkett!
Garrett Crawford
This is the Crawford family, Garrett, his wife Jess, and daughter Olivia. Garrett has worked for Chick-fil-A off and on for 7 years. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family, reading, painting, and assembling model cars. He's a big foodie and cooks really well. Meet Garrett!
Jennie Matlock
Jennie Matlock has been with CFA and Jim Bryant for 21 years this July. She has been married to her husband, Wes, for 48 years. They have two sons and one daughter who have blessed them with six grandchildren. Their first great grandchild will be here this Spring! Jennie loves working and learning new things. CFA is a dynamic company and always bettering itself. That has been her goal throughout her life. Meet Jennie Matlock!
Kelly Fougerousse
Kelly Fougerousse has worked for Chick-fil-A for over 20 years. Kelly is married to her husband Mark and has three kids, Nick, Hannah, and Graham. Kelly enjoys golfing, remodeling her home, and finding delicious restaurants to eat at. You may not know that Kelly used to ride a motorcycle and was a part of a motorcycle gang that ministered to people. Meet Kelly!
Kristy Ruff
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Kristy Ruff has worked off and on for Chick-fil-A for over 20 years. Kristy is our catering director for both Pleasant Grove Road and Whitaker Parkway. She is married to Pat, and they have three kids, Phillip, Jordan, and Samantha. Kristy enjoys reading, hiking, and volunteering for the local community. Meet Kristy!
Elaina Bryant
Elaina Bryant grew up near Dallas, TX. She moved to Arkansas to attend the University of Arkansas and studied childhood development. She started working for Jim Bryant at the Chick-fil-A North College in 2011. She met her husband Chris while working together. They moved to Dallas in 2019, then back to Arkansas in 2021. Elaina has two dogs named Maya and Penny. She loves baking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. . Meet Elaina Bryant!
Evan Hegel
Evan Hegel has worked for Chick-fil-A for 4 years. But Evan wants you to know that CFA is not his entire identity! He is a bible-believing Christian, who used to have a man bun and ride a motorcycle. He used to have a man bun and climb mountains in Colorado where he lived for 20 years. Evan thinks we can all agree that the man bun being past tense is a good thing. Soli Deo Gloria! Meet Evan Hegel!
Amy Johnson
Amy Johnson and has been with Chick-fil-A for almost 4 years. Her husband, Paul and her have three daughters. She studied marketing at Liberty University and graduates this May. She enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her family. Meet Amy Johnson!