DINING
CHICKEN SALAD CHICK A simple concept, a superb experience!
by STUART TAYLOR photos by BRANDON POWERS
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hen Julie North was working as an ER nurse in Tifton, she and her coworkers started ordering 65-70 pounds of chicken salad from Chicken Salad Chick in Auburn, paying for it to be delivered overnight. She knew she was on to something. After 10 years of working as a nurse in the ER, North was ready for a change of pace. “I wouldn’t say I was burnt out, but it was time to go,” said North. “I saw it as a great opportunity. I thought if I could handle the ER, I could handle chicken salad.” Chicken Salad Chick was founded by Stacy Brown, who originally started selling homemade chicken salad out of her kitchen when she was looking for a business that would allow her to stay close to her kids. “Even in college, Stacy was always in search for the perfect chicken salad,” chuckled North.
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ValdostaScene | SEPTEMBER 2013
Julie North owns and operates the Valdosta franchise of Chicken Salad Chick.