Get to Know BO
Bojangles is a Carolina-born restaurant chain specializing in craveable Southern chicken, biscuits and tea made fresh daily from real recipes, and with a friendly smile. Founded in 1977 as a single location in Charlotte, our beloved brand continues to grow nationwide. Our guests are at the forefront of everything we do. In addition to serving up flavorful food, we’re committed to doing good in the communities we serve. Fans from all over know Bojangles for our catchy tagline – “It’s Bo Time!”
1977
Opens first location in Charlotte
1987
Introduces Bo-Berry Biscuits® and Seasoned Fries
1989
Introduces Chicken Supremes®
Remains open when Hurricane Hugo struck
1993
Introduces Bo-Rounds
2003
Launches "GottaWannaNeedaGettaHava" tagline
2008
Opens first airport location
2010
Adopts "It's Bo Time!" tagline
2011
Opens 500th Restaurant
2015
Listed on NASDAQ
2019
Acquired by The Jordan Company & Durational Capital Management
2020
Drops the apostrophe from name
2022
Celebrates 45th Birthday
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Our Leadership
Jose Armario
CEO of Bojangles Inc.
Tom Boland
Chief Marketing Officer
Jim Cannon
Chief Development Officer
Richard Del Valle
Chief Technology Officer
Ken Koziol
Chief Restaurant Support Officer
Kate Ward
Chief Legal Officer
Reese Stewart
Chief Financial Officer
David Whitaker
Chief Operating Officer
Jose Armario
CEO of Bojangles Inc.
Tom Boland
Chief Marketing Officer
Jim Cannon
Chief Development Officer
Richard Del Valle
Chief Technology Officer
Ken Koziol
Chief Restaurant Support Officer
Kate Ward
Chief Legal Officer
Reese Stewart
Chief Financial Officer
David Whitaker
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
July 1, 2025
Bojangles Brings Back Bo's Bird Dog and Peach Cobbler Just in Time for Fourth of July
Learn MoreJune 25, 2025
Bojangles Celebrates Opening of New Support Center with Biscuit-Cutting Ceremony, Student Artwork Showcase and Open House
Learn MoreJune 23, 2025
Bojangles Rolls Out New breakfast Bo-Rito - A Bold, Portable Take on Classic Morning Favorites
Learn MoreApril 28, 2025
Bojangles Offers Free Meals to All Charlotte-area First Responders in Honor of Fallen CMPD Officers
Learn MoreJanuary 7, 2024
Bojangles Kicks Off New Year with the Return of Chicken Rice Bowls and All-New, Bo-Berry Cobbler
Learn MoreAround The Web
May 6, 2025
Bojangles reopens Sanford restaurant nearly 1 year after fire
via Orlando Business Journal
May 6, 2025
Bryce Young surprises West Charlotte football team with Bo-Berry Cookies and delivers a message as well
via WBTV
May 6, 2025
Bojangles fan favorite returns to menu for a limited time. Here’s what to know Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article305832051.html#storylink=cpy
via Charlotte Observer
