Boddie-Noell Enterprises, Inc.
Fall 2023
EDITORIAL
One Team, One Goal
Mike Boddie President Boddie-Noell Enterprises
Sixty years! Where does the time go? When our father, Uncle Nick and Great Uncle Carleton Noell founded Boddie-Noell Enterprises, Inc. in 1962, they had no idea it would become the company it is today. Their belief was to start a company that would focus on people: helping develop them and giving them the opportunity to grow if they had the desire to do so. These three men set the standard by which Boddie-Noell has operated for the past 60 years.
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ven though the years have flown by, and we have experienced many changes from new menus to uniforms, hairstyles and building
and the labor shortage throughout our country; during this time BoddieNoell kept our restaurants and home office open. It was
Boddie-Noell’s growth plan is well designed, but it cannot succeed without people to grow with it. designs, the one thing that we have strived to remain constant is our focus on our people and our communities. Back in the 1970’s, Dad came up with our slogan, “We Believe in People,” and it is the belief still today that our values are based upon. Respect • Honesty • Trust Excellence • Teamwork Diversity We have always faced challenges and overcome them through working together. The past couple of years have brought extraordinary challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic
certainly a difficult time, but we were going to take care of and support our people so they could take care of our customers. As we look to the future, we are excited to see the next generation of leaders both in the field and home office ready to continue our legacy. What will the company look like and what will we be doing in the future? We will always be open to opportunities to grow Boddie-Noell and offer opportunities to our people, but one thing is for sure: we can only grow and be successful in whatever we do through our great people
working together as one team with one goal of great service to our customers. We would like to take this opportunity to thank every one of our people for the part they have played in making Boddie-Noell a success for the past 60 years. We have been truly blessed with talented, dedicated, good people in our Boddie-Noell family. When you look back, you see how quickly life goes by and realize you spend a large part of your life working. The relationships you make while at work become a big part of your life. In many instances, it becomes your family, and family is so important. We thank you for choosing to be part of the Boddie-Noell family and we look forward to what the future holds for all of us. Thank you for all you do! Mike Boddie
PURPOSE STATEMENT To use the resources of our company to provide opportunities for our people and to be a positive influence on people’s lives wherever and whenever we can.
BNE VISION We are a values-based family business established in 1962 that believes in people.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Growing Up with BNE................................................. 7 Recognizing the Best of the Best.........................10 Biscuit Maker Champions....................................... 13 Anniversaries..............................................................15 Corporate Support................................................... 19 Rose Hill and Land & Development.................. 25 Military Appreciation.............................................. 27 Community Involvement......................................28 Looking to Our Future...........................................34 A Trip Down BNE Lane...............................................
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Focused on restaurants & real estate
Operated by the best people in the industry
Meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers & communities
Enjoying every aspect of our success
BNE VALUES RESPECT for individuals, communities, and our environment. HONESTY at all times, regardless of circumstances and without fear of retribution. TRUST in others and ourselves. We fulfill our commitments and treat mistakes as opportunities to learn and grow. EXCELLENCE in all we do, exceeding the expected and continuing to improve. TEAMWORK or enthusiastically working together to accomplish more. DIVERSITY to value each person’s unique ability to contribute. The strongest team is the one that recognizes individual talents and strengths.
TIME LINE
A Trip Down BNE Lane
It was early 1960 when Mayo and Nick’s aunt, Annie Lou, encouraged them to go into business with her husband, Carleton Noell. The 60s were a great beginning, but just the beginning! By the early 70s, the number of Hardee’s restaurants had grown significantly. The 1980s gave way to explosive growth and expansion for the company. BNE restructured in the 90s after many diverse business interests, which made way for even more growth in the 2000s.
1960s 1990s
1980s 1970s 2000s 2010s
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1960s
1967 1961
1962
Carleton House Motel and Restaurant opens
BNE opens its first Hardee’s in Fayetteville
1970s
BNE moves out of a two-room office in the Carleton House and into a new headquarters on Sunset Avenue
1971 BNE develops its own manager training school (the first in the Hardee’s system)
45 Hardee’s are open
1974 Mayo, Nick, and Carleton proudly attend the Grand Opening of BNE’s 100th Hardee’s in Hampton, VA
1976 BNE adopts the motto “We Believe in People”
1977 Many BNE Hardee’s begin adding drive-thru windows
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1979
BNE introduces homemade biscuits
Mama Jean’s Pizzas, Tacos, & Subs opens in Rocky Mount
1979 Mayo Boddie purchases Rose Hill
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TIME LINE
1980s 155 Hardee’s are open
1982 BNE moves into current headquarters building
1984 1983 BNE’s first annual Biscuit Bake-Off
BNE is awarded the Iron Mike Award by the US Army
1990s
1985 BNE opens first Skats in Enfield, NC
330 Hardee’s are open
1985 1993 BNE Land & Development opens the Currituck Club on the Outer Banks
BNE Land & Development established
1991 BNE introduces Fresh & Juicy Fried Chicken to the Hardee’s menu and offers 8 pieces for $5.99
1994 Acquired Texas Steakhouse
1995
1996
Returning to the Hardee’s original Hardee’s concept, BNE reintroduces Char-Grilled Burgers in Virginia and Wilmington
The Currituck Club was recognized as one of the “Top 25 Courses in North Carolina”
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1999 BNE introduces a 50s style dining experience with Highway Diner
2000s 333 Hardee’s are open
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2004
Mayo & Nick named NC Restaurant Association’s Restauranteurs of the year
Rose Hill expands with addition of Nathan Hall to serve as wedding venue
2002
2004
Created BBQ & Ribs
Acquired Moe’s
2010s
2008 BNE begins partnership with Corporate Chaplains
340 Hardee’s are open
2008 2010 East Carolina Council of the Boy Scouts renames its Pamlico County youth facilities as Camp Boddie
BNE Land & Development launches Viniterra and New Kent Winery in Virginia
2011 Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders were tested by BNE then rolled out nationally by Hardee’s
2020
2020
CKE Wilber Hardee Operations Award renamed to Mayo Boddie Operations Excellence Award
COVID-19 impacts the world, but BNE Operations kept all Hardee’s open and had a record breaking sales year
2022 BNE helps reinstate CKE Biscuit Baker Competition
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FEATURE
Growing up with BNE In 1962 Boddie-Noell began with 60 employees for its four restaurants. Sixty-two years later we have 333 restaurants in four states, four Vice Presidents of Operations, five Directors of Operations, and 49 District Managers. We also have the following home office support teams: Restaurant Development and Facility Management, Human Resources and Training, Payroll, Finance, Information Services, Purchasing, Marketing, and Product and Development. The Rose Hill Conference Center and BNE Land and Development are also very important parts of our company.
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oddie-Noell has been blessed with many long-term, dedicated employees in the home office and field for the last 62 years. Our people are our greatest asset, and they will continue to be the success of our company as we plan for the future. Hardee’s is and will continue to be our flagship. As many individuals are retiring, great opportunities are created to grow within the company and build the career of a lifetime. Over the years, we have promoted many dedicated employees with great leadership skills who live our vision and values.
The majority of our corporate field support teams began their careers in restaurants as hourly employees and management in our restaurants. It is their ability to know and understand operations, and to train and develop great leaders in the restaurants to replace them, that created opportunities for their career paths. Most importantly, our leadership must lead with our vision and values. Your future career path is just beginning, and we are excited about the career opportunities available for future leaders in both operations and corporate positions.
Hardee’s Operations Leadership Team: 1. Brenda Cherry Senior VP of Operations 2. Bill Boddie, Jr. Director of Operations Services 3. Andre Jumpp Regional VP of Operations Region 1 4. Penny Snow Regional Director of Operations Region 1 5. Johnny Ramsey Regional VP of Operations Region 2 6. Mark Henry Regional Director of Operations Region 2
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7. Dwight Searson Regional VP of Operations Region 3
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8. Melissa Presgraves Regional Director of Operations Region 3 9. Chuck Burke Regional VP of Operations Region 4 10. Stewart Schuyler Regional Director of Operations Region 4 11. Charlene Godsey Regional Director of Operations Region 4
Career From Job to
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General Manager
Hourly Employee
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Shift Leader
Breakfast Shift Leader
Manager
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HR Business Partner
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Gwen Jenkins 81
Ellis Francis, 19
Donna Chilton
Tammy Chambers
Senior General Manager Jackie Scott
District Manager of Operations
Senior General Manager
Regional Training Development Coordinator
Senior VP Op
Brenda Cherry
Director of Operations Charlene Godsey
Senior District Manager of Operations
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Regional Vice President of Operations “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 8
“We are in the business of developing people. I always say, profits are the by-products of doing something right. Developing people is a by-product of good operation. First of all, you want to help your people. You want to help them grow. In doing that you are going to get a by-product of a good company. It’s just that simple”
DMs, Corporate Support and Corporate Field Support Teams gather at the Leadership Development Meeting at Rose Hill.
- MAYO BODDIE, SR., Co-Founder, BNE
Manager, General Managers, District Managers, and all field support services and corporate personnel.
Growing with the Company
BNE provides individual leadership development programs, and customized programs for leaders who continue to grow and supervise others. State-of-the-art technical training programs, online courses, Manager and General Manager schools are all offered. Career and leadership coaching is also provided. We continue to invest in our people with professional leadership courses such as Bell Leadership, Dale Carnegie, and Grinnell Leadership. This is an exciting time for individuals who want to continue to grow as leaders for the future.
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oddie-Noell’s commitment and dedication to developing strong leaders has never wavered. The more we train and develop our team, the more promotional opportunities will open up for advancement for those willing to put forth the effort. The Boddie Family has always and will always be committed to investing in our people for future growth and development. Leadership training and technical training courses are provided on a regional basis to individuals who advance to the positions of Shift Leader, Breakfast Shift Leader,
Ann Lupton
Bell Leadership
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NE has worked with the Bell Leadership program for more than 25 years to educate our people on becoming world class leaders through the Achievers Model. BNE has always and will continue to offer development and promotional opportunities to individuals who are willing to put forth the effort.
Bill Jr. and Bunn Boddie began their career working on Rose Hill Farm and advanced through Hardee’s in the following positions: Crew, Manager, General Manager, and District Manager.
Congratulations to BNE’s June 2023 General Manager School graduating class!
RECOGNIZING THE BEST OF THE BEST
Repeat Winners
THE HISTORY OF
Founders Award
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n 1979 Boddie-Noell introduced a management awards program. Named in honor of the company’s founders and chairman of the board at the time, the late W. Carleton Noell, the program was designed to replace the “Manager of the Year” programs conducted by each district. The program involved competition by all managers company wide, and selection of the five best based on a variety of standards, inspection, interviews, and testing. There was just one winner until the year 2000, when 23 General Managers and District Managers were recognized for the award. In 2012, the award was changed to what it is known as today, the Founders Award. This prestigious recognition highlights the top performing restaurants and General Managers based on a set of criteria for operational excellence including sales, food costs, and payroll. Today the award focuses on the top 10 restaurants companywide. The annual celebration is held at Rose Hill Conference Center in Nashville, NC where winners and their guests enjoy a dinner and awards ceremony recognizing their achievements.
Restaurants currently open, winners still employed or recently retired from BNE Penny Snow
Brant Skidmore
Supply (1996, 1997)
District Manager (2005, 2013)
Carolyn Williams
Joan Benson
Tramway (2005, 2006, 2007, 2012)
District Manager (1998, 2001)
Frances Miller
District Manager (1996, 2018)
Johnny Ramsey Washington #1 (2009, 2011)
Katherine Flowers Hampstead (2010, 2013)
Brenda Dukes
Darline Cole Hertford (2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
Grandy (1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007) and District Manager (2014, 2015, 2016, 2018)
Ike Midgett Grandy (2013, 2014, 2015)
Sylvia Hood West Main (2000, 2001)
Patricia Neill Lincolnton (1998, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021)
Linda Watkins Madison-Mayodan (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Sandra Ballard Wytheville (2009, 2010)
Killis Marshall Appomattox (2015) and Timberlake (2009)
Barbara Gravely Stanleytown (1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005)
Kirsty Dessenberg
- BILL BODDIE, SR.
Oceana Dam Neck (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011)
Chairman and CEO
Irene Satterfield, retired
Robin Wilson Region 2 District Manager
Stacey Owen Dinwiddie (2012, 2013, 2014)
Barnwell (1997, 1998, 2008)
Robin Wilson
“We are blessed to celebrate our winners and their teams for excellent achievements and contributions. You are the best. Thank you for being leaders in this company.”
Sally Jones District Manager (2004, 2011)
As one of Boddie-Noell’s most decorated Carleton Noell/Founders Award winners, Robin Wilson is a true example of our Vision & Values. In 2007, Wilson was quoted after her eighth win saying “10 wins is my goal.” In the following years she exceeded her goal and since 1998 has won 12 times as either a General Manager or District Manager. We are lucky to have Robin as part of our team!
Bainbridge (2013, 2014)
Flossie Middleton, Cumberland, KY (2001, 2002)
Anita Huffstetler District Manager (2007, 2016)
Mary Upshur
Harold Lamb
Onley (2014, 2016)
District Manager (1998, 2009)
Jackie Scott
Jaime Bostic
Pruden Boulevard (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2018)
District Manager (1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001)
Dwight Searson
Wayne Christensen
District Manager (2001, 2008)
District Manager (2010, 2011)
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BEST OF THE BEST
Founders Award Winners
“Trust. You have to trust people to be successful.” - LINDA WATKINS, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 Founders Award winner
2021 HIGHEST STORE CONTRIBUTION
Meet the Founders Award Winners: 2021 winners left page, 2022 winners right page
JAMIE HEDRICK Grandy
PATRICIA NEILL Lincolnton
JUANITA TENNESSEE Roanoke Rapids 2
LINDA WATKINS Madison-Mayodan
SHARYN BLACK-TYLER Creedmoor Crossing
JANETTA HOLDEN Salem 1
SABRINA PLUMMER Lakeside
MARY SHEELY Kannapolis 2
JEKITA SMITH Durham 4
2021 MOST IMPROVED STORE CONTRIBUTION
SHEENA FINNEY Dinwiddie
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The best biscuit makers and top-performing restaurant General Managers in the company were recognized at Rose Hill Conference Center in Nashville, NC this past March. The four top biscuit makers, 10 Founders Award winners, their guests, and the BNE leadership team were in attendance to honor the best in operational excellence in 2022.
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hroughout the night as winners accepted their awards and voiced words of appreciation, it was clear that Boddie-Noell’s core values rang true for all and were a vital part of each person’s success.
Founders Award
Sheena Finney, one of Boddie-Noell’s Founders Award winners for 2021 Highest Store Contribution and District Manager, Stacy Owen
The Founders Award is the top operational award given annually by payrolls, miscellaneous expenses, and Boddie-Noell. The award is given to the overall restaurant operations. Winners company’s top 10 Hardee’s restaurants must also exemplify the core values for and their General Managers. Founders which Boddie-Noell stands. Award winners must meet and surpass an established set of criteria for “To our Founders Award winners, it’s all operational excellence in addition to about the leadership you provide,” said representing and impacting BoddieBrenda Cherry, senior Vice President Noell in an extremely positive way. of Hardee’s restaurant operations for Winning the award is no easy feat. Boddie-Noell. “You lead your teams daily Restaurants are tracked throughout the and we could not be more proud and year in the categories of sales, food costs, grateful.”
2022 HIGHEST STORE CONTRIBUTION
“It’s probably the best night of BoddieNoell,” BNE Chairman Bill Boddie told the audience at the conclusion of the banquet. “It’s no coincidence that you have good employees, but you all are the best. It’s crazy in today’s world but it’s amazing how steady you are – you know where it comes from – it comes from Jesus. It comes through Him. It’s part of our culture and the
type of people we recruit. Thank you for being leaders of this company.”
JAMIE HEDRICK Grandy
THERESA HENRY Moyock
JUANITA TENNESSEE Roanoke Rapids #2
LINDA WATKINS Madison-Mayodan
CLARA BIGGS Mercury Boulevard
WENDY CURRY Lake City
MARIA GREGORY Centerville Turnpike
AISHA HINTON Temple Avenue
NATALIE LOCKLEAR Lumberton #2
2022 MOST IMPROVED STORE CONTRIBUTION
BRENDA DUKES Barnwell
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BEST OF THE BEST
Biscuit Maker Champions
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ore than 700 biscuit makers from 333 Hardee’s restaurants participated in BNE’s 2022 Biscuit Challenge competition. Contestants represented restaurants across North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, and Kentucky. The competition started in October, and each biscuit maker was evaluated based on the quality of his or her biscuits, knowledge of proper biscuit equipment, cleanliness and care of the biscuit equipment, knowledge and execution of company procedures, grooming, and appearance. The competition’s
judges included trainers, General Managers, District Managers, Regional Directors, Vice Presidents, and other executives in the restaurant division of Boddie-Noell at the five levels of competition. A winner from each of BoddieNoell’s four Hardee’s regions was selected as a regional winner. The four regional Congratulations to the 2022 Biscuit Maker Champions! winners then competed for the title of Best Biscuit Maker and As each regional winner was announced, were honored at the company’s Boddie-Noell’s core values were annual banquet at Rose Hill Conference on display yet again. Each winner Center on March 5. Rose Hill was filled acknowledged that he or she couldn’t with anticipation as all in attendance have done it without teamwork and that awaited the announcement of 2022’s practicing and following the procedures Best Biscuit Maker winner. led them to excellence.
Meet the Biscuit Maker Winners: 2021 winners top row, 2022 winners bottom row Biscuit Maker Champion 2021
BECKY FUTRELL
CRYSTAL LINK
GLENITA MENCHEN
TONY ROBINSON
Hardee’s of Richlands Highway
Hardee’s of Floyd
Hardee’s of Prince George
Hardee’s of Independence Boulevard
Biscuit Maker Champion 2022
SHAKIEM HERMON
GERALDINE MCCASKILL
ARGELIA SOAREZ
TONY ROBINSON
Hardee’s of 52nd & Aberdeen
Hardee’s of Bamberg
Hardee’s of Vinton Mill Road
Hardee’s of Independence Boulevard
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Made from Scratch
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oddie-Noell introduced Hardee’s homemade biscuits in 1977 and our first Biscuit Bake-Off was held in 1983. Our made-from-scratch biscuits continue to be a vital part of our operations and success. We recognize and value our biscuit makers for their commitment to baking delicious golden brown biscuits for our Hardee’s guests. We are blessed to have so many dedicated individuals who are instrumental to the success of our breakfast programs. BNE continues to celebrate our biscuit makers with the Biscuit Challenge
throughout all regions of the company. Our biscuit maker champion is announced at the annual Founders Award Banquet. In 2021, Bill Boddie, Jr. worked with CKE to develop and bring back the coveted national biscuit maker competition to the Hardee’s restaurant chain. This national competition was held at CKE’s corporate headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee and the winner was announced on October 27, 2022. BNE’s champion, Crystal Link, placed in the top four finalists on a national level. BNE’s 2022 champion, Tony Robinson, will compete on a national level in the fall of 2023.
In June 2022, Crystal Link competed on behalf of Boddie-Noell in a biscuit-making competition hosted by Hardee’s parent company, CKE Restaurants, which showcases other top biscuit makers system wide from across the United States. She made Boddie-Noell proud by making into the top four finalists in the country!
To make our golden brown biscuits, in 2022 BNE Hardee’s used:
> 6,300,000 pounds of biscuit mix,
Triple Biscuit Challenge winner
> 448,000 pounds of flour
> 4,800,000 pounds of buttermilk
Middlesboro’s Best
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t 86, Biscuit Maker Norma Kulpa is one of the best biscuit makers the Middlesboro restaurant has ever had, according to General Manager Debra Kyle. “Norma is the absolute best; you get nothing but perfection from her. She is an absolute joy to work with.” Norma’s pride in each carefully crafted biscuit is evident to all who visit the Middlesboro kitchen where she displays an updated sign each year of the number of biscuits she baked. Norma has baked well over one million biscuits since starting with Boddie-Noell 14 years ago.
A Champion Once Again
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ony Robinson of Hardee’s of Independence Blvd. was a finalist in the BNE Biscuit Maker Challenge in 2014, 2018, and 2021. He won the challenge in 2017, 2019, and 2022. In 2019 Tony said “This award is because my team is my family. Thank you all for being my family.” “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 14
ANNIVERSARIES
We are a values-based family business established in 1962 that believes in people;
Operated by the best people in the industry. “People are the heart of our business. Their dedication, loyalty and devotion to serving our company and guests is appreciated. With a combined total of 3,845 years of service in 2022 and 2023, we are blessed to be represented by these 132 anniversary recipients.” - MIKE BODDIE
20 YEARS John Allen
Roosevelt Davis, Jr.
Sandra Grainger
Dwayne Jennings
Elaine Richardson
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Rustburg
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Littleton
Independence Blvd
Salem East
Hershberger Road Gail Epps
David Roberts
Jerry Allsbrook
Hardee’s of
Daniel Graves
Andrea Jimenez
Hardee’s of Cedar
Home office
N Wesleyan Blvd
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Colt
Road
South Boston #1
Crossing
Laverne Hay
Amy Kerns
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Allendale
Hardee’s of
Andrews Road
Bettie Baker
Sharon Falkins
Home office
Hardee’s of Camden
Jane Boblitt
Anita Ferguson
Hardee’s of Springfield
Hardee’s of
Marita Holloman
Stanleytown
Hardee’s of
Rachel Keithley
Smithfield VA
Hardee’s of Shoppes
Rosa Carrera Hardee’s of Vinton
Nikita Robinson
Tidewater Trail
Jessica Fleming Home office
Katherine Cooper
Peggy Rose
at Gloucester Dennis Holt
Pam Spivey Home office
Hardee’s of York
John Martin
Street
Hardee’s of Ridgeway
Region 3 District
Sandra Gilbert
Manager
Hardee’s of Harlan Angela Jenkins
Tondra Pittman
Paul Davis
Vanessa Graham
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Home office
Hardee’s of Swansea
Independence Blvd
Williamsburg #1
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Hardee’s of Norton #2
Melissa Thomas Hardee’s of Langhorne Road
25 YEARS Elizabeth Austin
Angela Haughabrooks
Jerry Mitchell
Leondis Pittman
Joy Smith
Hardee’s of South Hill
Hardee’s of Colt
Hardee’s of
Home office
Hardee’s of
Crossing
Southside Plaza
Kendra Hayes
Patricia Neill
Hardee’s of Lincolnton
Hardee’s of Lincolnton
Kathryn Beasley Hardee’s of Bishopville
Sonia Ramos
Agnes Cooke Hardee’s of Mount Airy Florida Cornish
Cantrell Ave Hardee’s of Dorset Ave.
Renita Stanley Hardee’s of
Ruth Robertson Juana Hernandez
Jennifer Osborne
Hardee’s of Mount
Hardee’s of
Region 1 District
Pleasant
Farrington Road
Manager
Oceana/Dam Neck Ruth Turner Hardee’s of Exmore
Tyrus Rosser
Hardee’s of Dinwiddie Maria De Lara-Camacho
Tanika Peele
Anthony Daniels
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Allendale
Durham #4
Greenville #1
Hardee’s of Warrenton
Thomas Tackett Hardee’s Louisa-23
Sharon Singleton
Bypass
Hardee’s of New Ronda Edwards
Judy Lawton
Tracy Pittman
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Port Royal
Hardee’s of 52nd &
Old Stage Road Crystal Goad
Aberdeen
Market Drive
Ruth Turner Hardee’s of Exmore
Douglas Smith
Jeffrey Meek
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Louisa
Crater Road
Hardee’s of Rustburg
30 YEARS Ruth Bazile
Kina Cousar
Lisa Fuller
Kimberley Jennings
George Plummer
Home office
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Grundy
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Warsaw
Claypool Hill
Village
Brad Martin
Melissa Presgraves
Home office
Region 3 Director
Retired
Edith Mason
Sandra Robinson
Hardee’s of Jenkins
Hardee’s of Buena Vista
Hardee’s of Castle Hayne
Vanessa Gunn
Delois Morris
J.W. Smith
Hardee’s of West Main
Hardee’s of
Region 4 Facilities
Cape Charles
Management
Hardee’s of
Wilbur Parker
Tylisha Stevens
Northampton Blvd
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Azalea
Timberlake
Plaza
Kannapolis #2 Sandra Bull Hardee’s of Mallory St.
Charles Gill Perry Craig
Hardee’s of West Main
Region 3 Field Linda Brown
Engineer
Hardee’s of Roxboro Linda Davis Florida Browne
Hardee’s of Chase City
Hardee’s of Lynnhaven Parkway
Katherine Gross,
Carole Dreibelbis Hardee’s of Prince
Salvacion Campbell
George
Hardee’s of Hollins Road Charlotte Dunlap Victoria Carpenter
Sandy Haukeness
Hardee’s of Pittsboro Ronald Hepburn
Hardee’s of Lincolnton Ida Flowers
Hardee’s of Tramway
Arthur Pascoe
Lena Wagoner
Reno Coker
Hardee’s of
(DMIT)
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Carolina Beach
Christiansburg 460
Stanleytown
Azalea Plaza
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ANNIVERSARIES
35 YEARS Donna Batchelor
Charlene Godsey
Willie Holland
Susan Mizelle
Carolyn Tolbert
Home office
Region 4 District
Hardee’s of Jenkins
Home office
Hardee’s of Allendale
Andre Jumpp
Johnny Ramsey
Randy Vaughn
Barbara Gordon
Region 1 Vice
Region 2 Vice
Home office
Hardee’s of
President
President
Lee Logan
Rocetta Russell
Cheryl Hannah
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Kingstree
Chatham VA
Indian River Road
Edna Hobbs
Donna Mcfadden
Jacinta Schaffer
Hardee’s of Franklin
Hardee’s of Lake City
Hardee’s of Salem
Manager Deborah Dean, Retired Hardee’s of Surf City Kimberly Dean
Hemingway
Home office Timothy Fields Hardee’s of Lebanon
40 YEARS Barbara Carlton,
Glenda Dowe
Dennis Pascoe
Rita Richert
Brant Skidmore
Retired
Hardee’s of Castle Hayne
Hardee’s of
Hardee’s of Kinston
Region 2 District
Radford #2
Pointe
Manager
Eric Martinez
Connie Scott
Brenda Viverette,
Region 1 Training
Hardee’s of Roanoke
Retired
Manager
Rapids 2
Home office
Patricia Ramsey
Margaret Shelton
Bob Wooldridge
Hardee’s of Bamberg
Hardee’s of Parham
Home office
Hardee’s of Westwood Janet Harrison Tammy Chambers
Hardee’s of Vinton
Region 2 Human Resources Manager
Charles Hockaday Hardee’s of
Rita Chappell
Roanoke Rapids 1
Home office Harriet Norris
& Landmark
Hardee’s of Ashland
45 YEARS
Doug Anderson Home office 17 ENTERPRISER Fall 2023
Bill Boddie Home office
Brenda Cherry Senior Vice President of Operations
Tracy Odom Rose Hill / Home office
Anniversary Program Based on full-time employees with qualifying years of service
50 YEARS Phyllis Hardee Director of Software Development
15 yrs 35 yrs Special luncheon
“I am thankful I found BNE 50 years ago and for their belief in me and the opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. They are truly a wonderful company.” Cora Wilson, Retired Hardee’s of Lake City “I love people and working with people. Hardee’s of Lake City is truly my very own family. I have enjoyed my 50 years working for this great company.”
20 yrs Special luncheon
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left nursing school at ECU my senior year to stay at BNE and begin an amazing career. As a single mom I was able to put a roof over my head, food on the table, and put my son through college. You can go as far as you want with this company” - Brenda Cherry
40 yrs
25 yrs Special luncheon Sterling silver signet ring or rope necklace with BNE charm Special luncheon
45 yrs $4,500 check Special luncheon
30 yrs
Special luncheon
45 Years
Special luncheon
$4,000 check
Anniversary trip of employee’s choice includes 5 vacation days
Brenda Cherry celebrates her 45th anniversary with Boddie-Noell at the Region 4 Road Show this past March. From Left: Bill Boddie, Mike Hancock, Mike Boddie, Brenda Cherry, Bill Boddie Jr., Bunn Boddie
$3,500 check
50 yrs $5,000 check Special luncheon
30th Celebration
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istrict Manager in Training, Teresa Owens celebrated her 30th anniversary with an all expenses paid vacation to Las Vegas. Owens and her guest visited casinos, walked The Strip, shopped, and enjoyed sightseeing. One highlight was riding in a limo from the airport to the resort. “Teresa is such a positive person and a true inspiration to others. She leads with our vision and it is a privilege to work with her,” said Jermaine Jones, District Manager.
illie Holland celebrated 35 years with Boddie-Noell as the opening Cook and Crew Trainer at Hardee’s of Jenkins. Her anniversary celebration, earlier this year, included friends, family members, and coworkers, past and present. Director Charlene Godsey described Willie as “a very dedicated employee and hard worker. She takes a lot of pride in her work, and she is wellliked by her coworkers, as well as many of the guests that visit our restaurant.” “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 18
CORPORATE SUPPORT
Training, Learning, and Development In 1971, BNE started Manager School in the offices of the Carleton House in Rocky Mount, NC. As time went on it was held at various locations including Nash Community College and a training facility in Whitakers, NC. The school curriculum focused on technical skills and leadership along with practicing Hardee’s recipes in test kitchens.
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ince the inception there have been more than 8,000 students and over 700 classes taught. Currently, both Manager and General Manager School are taught in the Training classroom at the Home office in Rocky Mount, NC. The use of technology has been incorporated, with iPads being used both in the classroom and in the field for learning on Star University. The curriculum has evolved to include the fundamentals of Leadership, People Development, Coaching, and other operational topics to assist in running a successful restaurant. Jackie Williams, VP of Learning & Development, leads the Training Department. The schools are facilitated by two Instructors, Michele Richwalski and Emmanuel Akpobiyeri, as well as Kerry Carter, Administrative Assistant. The training field support team consists of four Training & Development Managers: Rashonda Gordon, Cora Staten, Jose Diaz, and Donna Chilton, led by Ruth Bazile, Director of Learning & Development.
The Training Department’s mission is to design and deliver training that enhances the development, growth, and learning experience that will allow everyone in Operations to reach their fullest potential.
Passing of Eric Shawn Martinez
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ric Shawn Martinez passed away on May 21, 2023, after working for Boddie-Noell for over 40 years. Eric began his career with Boddie-Noell on September 27, 1982, as a cashier in Kinston #2 where he met his wife, Kathy, whom he was married to for 40 years. Throughout his years with BNE, Eric was promoted to Manager, General Manager, Sr General Manager, and eight years ago Eric was promoted to Training Development Coordinator. Eric mentored, trained, and developed many BNE leaders in Region 1, and he educated several corporate personnel on operations processes to help them better support operations in their corporate responsibilities. Eric will be greatly missed by his BNE family.
Payroll and Benefits Leadership team: Nanette Herbert, Janice Alford, Kim Dean, Becky Owens
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he Benefits and Payroll Department process payroll and benefits for all employees while also maintaining benefits, savings and retirement plans. They provide excellent service to all of our people and we are grateful for the incredible job they do to make sure all of our employees are paid properly!
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Phyllis Garrett, Vickie Godwin, Kayla Sherrod, Glenda Lynch, Shannon Edmondson
Corporate and Field Support Teams The mission of the Human Resources department is to serve each department of the company with professionalism in every aspect of our human resource program. We are highly committed to serving our people and assisting them to select, retain, educate, and develop the best employees in the industry in the safest manner possible, while living our vision and values. We are committed to reducing risks and preventing liabilities, keeping profits on the bottom line, and developing our people to become great leaders.
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ur support teams in Human Resources consists of the following: Training Development Coordinators, HR Business Partners, Recruiters, Employment Services and Asset Protection Managers. They work in the field supporting Operations on a daily basis.
“We are committed to serving our people and building great leaders.”
In the corporate office our Employment Services team provides training and support to every General Manager and District Manager. Our corporate support - KATHY TRUSCH team handles policy administration, Vice President of Human Resources compliance, claims management, security services, and many other administrative responsibilities. We are in the people business, and we are committed to serving our people and building great leaders for the future as we embrace our vision and values.
HR Business Partners, Top: Shawn Dudley, Tammy Chambers, Melissa Carter, Linda Matthis, Bottom: Monica Patsel, Barbara Hendricks, Bryant Price
Asset Protection team members Nathan Kaylor, Tracey French, and Tony Haopshy
Recruiting team (left to right): Gwen Nicholson, Alex Van Dorp, Sandra Ballard, Tania Andrews, Ike Midgett, Mitzi Aldridge
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CORPORATE SUPPORT
Restaurant Development
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RECENT HARDEE’S OPENINGS January 13, 2022 FLORENCE, SC January 31, 2022 GARNER, NC November 25, 2022 BUNN, NC May 24, 2023 HOLDEN BEACH, NC
n April 2022 our restaurant development team worked diligently to remodel over 50 restaurants in regions 2 and 3. Exterior buildings and roofs were painted and remodeled to include new exterior digital menu boards, painted roofs, new LED lighting, and refreshed parking lots, landscaping, new ACM and building signage. Additionally, dining rooms were remodeled in ten restaurants. Our fresh look contributed greatly to the simplified menu test, which began in March 2023 and rolled out company wide beginning June 2023.
Below: Hardee’s of 21st and Colonial showcases the newest dining room design.
Hardee’s 1960
Hardee’s 1970
Hardee’s 1980
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Hardee’s 2009
Hardee’s 2022
The mission of BNE’s Restaurant Development Department is to provide facilities for the company to conduct its primary business in the most efficient manner, while also managing the real estate portfolio to assure that BNE gets a good return on its investments. To perform these responsibilities Restaurant Development is made up of several different areas of focus: Real Estate, Construction, and Operations and Facilities Management.
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acilities Management was formed in 1980, originally named Building Services. Today it has four regions, each with a Regional Facility Manager. Gil Stephen’s, our Director of Facilities Management leads the facility management team: Chuck Willeford - Region 1, Ed Miller - Region 2, Paul Morris - Region 3 and JW Smith Region 4. The regional team includes a combination of Senior Service Technicians and Service Technicians. Facilities Management and our Equipment/Energy Department monitor our critical equipment, HVAC settings, and energy usage using the Building Control System (BCS). The Help Desk is also a part of Facilities Management, designed to assist restaurants with priority problems regarding equipment, building, POS and software issues including Workday.
Operators are available from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm, seven days a week. Restaurant Development takes care of additional items including vehicle lease and procurement, franchise agreement renewals, lease negotiations, Right of Way property takings, leasing or selling surplus property, dealing with casualties, fires and other disasters are some of the other items that are handled. Behind behind the scenes in our corporate office, Tim Killebrew, Wayne Richardson, and Paul Weber are available to assist in many aspects of building maintenance and support to our home office personnel and operations visitors.
New Prototype!
Pictured from left: Kaleigh Yenney, Reggie Barnacascel, Donna Batchelor, Scott Keene, Mike Hancock, and Johnny Thompson.
2018 CKE Developer of the Year
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NE was awarded CKE’s 2018 Developer of the Year, recognized for building several new restaurants as well as remodeling 60+ restaurants in 2016 and 2017. Boddie-Noell’s Facility Management team constantly brings innovation and creativity new ideas for the new restaurants. We can’t wait to see what’s next!
Hardee’s of Wilsonville, NC utilizes our newest prototype: The 100% drive thru store.
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CORPORATE SUPPORT
Operations Support Teams Our operations support teams work together as they interact daily and move the restaurants forward to improve the overall profitability of the company.
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ill Boddie, Jr, Director of Operations Services, is a liaison between the home office and the field. He works closely with Brenda Cherry and our operations teams, and he serves on the IHFA Operations committee, providing input to CKE to improve the overall Hardee’s operations. You may see him visiting restaurants, where he gathers ideas and feedback from employees and management that he can relay to the appropriate group within the home office. Operations Administrative Assistant, Claire White, supports Bill Jr and oversees various field communications.
Improving profitability of our company. The Supply Chain team, led by Tim Lane and Gloria Dunn, oversee BoddieNoell’s supply chain, which includes managing contracts, services, and distributions for Boddie-Noell. They manage uniforms, food product, smallware, to name a few. Tim and Gloria also oversee the home office cafeteria team, comprised of Teneeka White, Betty Baker, Corey Small, and Tracy Odom. Laura Joyner, Director of Product Development and Quality, collaborates with CKE to develop and test new products for Boddie-Noell and the 23 ENTERPRISER Fall 2023
CMO, Jerry Allsbrook, and Director of Marketing, Pam Spivey, celebrate receiving the IHFA William L. Boddie Founders Award in 2018.
Top: Bill Boddie, Jr and Claire White Left: Jerry Allsbrook, Pam Spivey, and Tricia Hummer
Purchasing team members Gloria Dunn, Bettie Baker, Tim Lane, Teneeka White and Corey Smalls
Hardee’s System (CKE). She also monitors food quality, safety, and quality assurance to ensure the decisions made regarding products are served in the safest manner possible. The Marketing team consists of Chief Marketing Officer, Jerry Allsbrook, Pam Spivey, and Tricia Hummer. This team is responsible for planning and communicating new products and promotions including merchandising, advertising to support calendar events. The primary focus of the marketing team is providing our restaurants with promotions that appeal to consumers and supporting them in successfully executing these promotions to builds sales and profits.
Laura Joyner, Director of Product Development and Quality
Janie Herring and Pam Larimer are Executive Assistants to Mike Boddie and Bill Boddie, Sr. They play a key role in making sure the things run smoothly at the executive level behind the scenes, from coordinating meetings and events to interoffice communications. Thank you for your continued support! Janie Herring, Mike’s Executive Assistant (left) and Pam Larimer, Bill Sr’s Executive Assistant
The Power of Technology Information Services The Information Services Department provides Information Technology support and technology tools to assist all areas within Boddie-Noell and is comprised of three different areas: Technical Services, Software Development, and Restaurant Systems.
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rior to the year 2000, two areas managed IT infrastructure: Data Services and Management Information Systems. In 2000, these two areas were merged to create Information Services. Today there are over 32 employees within the three areas of the department that are available to service the IT needs of Boddie-Noell 24/7.
Technical Services is responsible for all physical hardware located inside the restaurants. This includes Point of Sale terminals, back office computers, drive thru timing systems, kitchen video systems, and the broadband and wireless services. Software Development is responsible for building integrations between Cloud and internal systems and providing data management for the analytical and reporting tools that are used by the business. They maintain and build applications for the Workday environment and our SAS Analytics tool, as well. Restaurant Systems is responsible for building and maintaining Point of Sale applications, managing the credit card environment, pricing and tax maintenance, Crunchtime maintenance
Bottom to top: Richard Williams, Bob Larimer, Brad Martin, Brian Jones, Leo Pittman, June Gardner, Randy Vaughn, Phyllis Hardee, Michelle Smith, Melissa Joyner, Don Small, John Lupton, Brian Milburn, Mike German, Adam Ipock
and support, Digital Menu Boards, and our Digital Ordering channels (Doordash, Uber, Grubhub, Hardee’s App, and Loyalty).
Left to right: Kevin Boudreau, Audrey Everett, Amy Bell, Wendy Taylor and Sally Harris
Tax & Risk Management
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he Tax and Risk Management Department oversees various tax functions such as income tax compliance and business and estate/ gift tax planning, as well as the financial functions of risk management, including risk financing, insurance coverages, risk analysis, and administration. This Department also helps coordinate shareholder services, which include business governance and strategy for business owners, boards of directors, and officers of taxable or non-taxable, primarily owner formed investments.
Bottom (left to right): Sarah Atkinson, Hope Connor, Tammie Reams, Nancy Knight, Vanessa Evans, Marlo Finch. Top (left to right): Haley Dinota, Susan Mizelle, Kim Toler, Kali Ruffin, Lisa Godwin, Brian Phillips, Sarah Stamper, Judy Shaw, Jon Grant, Tashara Howell, Sherri Collie, Makayla Johnson
Finance
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oddie-Noell’s Finance Department is made up of 21 employees divided into five subgroups. Treasury handles all daily cash transactions for the company, including daily sales reconciliations for each restaurant. Accounts Payable handles all invoices and is the first point of contact for all vendors. Restaurant Accounting manages period close processes dealing with restaurant inventory management and period end reporting. FP&A assists in analyzing data for optimal business decision making based on current trends such as sales, food cost, and labor cost. BNE Land and Development manages all accounting functions for BNE Land and its associated investments. “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 24
ROSE HILL
Weddings at Rose Hill Rose Hill Conference Center team, from left: Mark Terry, Nick Baker, Jackie Turner, Tracy Odom, Terry Pope, Tonya Williams, Ta Tanisha “Tata” Featherston, Pen Boddie and Richard Perry
Reclaiming a Birthplace and a Heritage
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ayo Boddie, Sr. purchased Rose Hill from North Carolina Wesleyan College in 1979 after it was owned by Boddie ancestors from 1762 – 1930. Rose Hill’s first employee was Farm Manager Larry Corbett who started in September 1979 and was a vital part of the property’s restoration, finding the best use for every acre of land and developing a plan for future agriculture use. The restoration and remodel project took a total of ten years to complete. The addition of Nathan Hall came years later in 2004 and was opened to the public for corporate events and weddings. 25 ENTERPRISER Fall 2023
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any people knew Larry for his gift of shooting. He loved sporting clays and traveled all over the world, earning a World Champion title in 2011. Larry was instrumental in implementing the sporting clays range at Rose Hill, which added another special element to Rose Hill. His passion and skill for the sport, as well as his superior teaching methods, brought shooters from all points to Rose Hill to learn from the master himself.
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n 2004, Rose Hill began the construction of Nathan Hall, a grand reception room located to the right of the main house. Nathan Hall has 18foot tray ceilings, large windows, and a dramatic fireplace. It can accommodate approximately 245 seated guests and up to 360 guests for a floating cocktail hour. Nathan Hall lends a historic, elevated feel to any wedding reception. Since 2011, Rose Hill has hosted over 500 weddings, 50 of which were in 2022. Above is BNE’s very own Claire, who got married on the property on June 15, 2019. In addition to being a beautiful wedding venue, Rose Hill is also a popular location for corporate events and meetings.
LAND & DEVELOPMENT
Turning Land into Opportunity
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NE Land & Development was created in 1985 and has developed many projects such as Viniterra, Marshes Light, The Currituck Club, and Arlington Place. “From the very beginning of Boddie-Noell in 1962, we have been in both the restaurant and real estate business,” Mayo Boddie said. “We owned properties in 80% to 90% of our restaurant locations, making it natural for us to create BNE Land & Development.” BNE Land & Development Home office team: Tammie Reams, Donna Reynolds, Doug Anderson, Judy Shaw, and Nancy Knight
Becca Lang, Blair Lang, and Peyton Heath of Arlington Place
New Kent Winery & Viniterra
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ocated between Williamsburg and Richmond, New Kent County, VA is home to one of BNE’s largest projects, Viniterra. The property includes over 2,500 residential homes and a 12,000 square feet winery, New Kent Winery. Another enticement drawing people to the development is the 18-hole Rees Jones Championship Golf Course, which opened for play in 2009. Other amenities include a full-service clubhouse with swimming and tennis, the town village with gourmet restaurants and boutique shopping, and an equestrian center. Boddie-Noell sold the property in 2014. New Kent Winery’s 2009 Reserve Chardonnay was awarded the 2011 Virginia Governor’s Cup for white wines, the top award given for wines grown in the state.
Arlington Place
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ocated in Pamlico County in the town of Minnesott Beach, Arlington Place is perfectly located on the Inner Banks just minutes from Oriental, New Bern, Beaufort, Morehead City, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the white sand beaches of North Carolina's Crystal Coast. The natural beauty of the land and water views at Arlington Place are unmatched. The community currently has 71 completed homes and 14 homes under construction. “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 26
MILITARY APPRECIATION
Stars for Heroes: Supporting Military Families and Veterans Boddie-Noell’s annual Stars for Heroes program runs for six weeks and raises funds for non-profits that support military families and veterans in need. Guests have the option to buy a $1 star to be hung in the restaurant lobby. One hundred percent of the donations are distributed to the non-profits, which include The Patriot Foundation, Stand Up and Play Foundation, and USA Cares.
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he Patriot Foundation provides support to military families who have a soldier that has been wounded, injured, or killed while in the line of duty. USA Cares provides post-9/11 military veterans, service members, and their families with financial assistance and post-service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability. Stand Up and Play Foundation makes active standing therapy a reality for everyone with mobility challenges.
The mission of the Stand Up and Play Foundation is to provide wheelchair users and others with impaired mobility the opportunity to stand up and engage in recreational and everyday activities through access to paramobiles, clinics, and recreational programs.
100% of donations are distributed to non-profits!
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Hardee’s teams aid injured veterans and first responders on their “Road2 Recovery” cycling event.
General Manager at Hardee’s of Ravenel, Mary Ravenel, receives an award from District Manager, Dwayne Searson for raising the most money for the 2022 Stars for Heroes campaign.
BNE Salutes Troops Virginia Beach Style at the Patriotic Festival Boddie-Noell and other Hardee’s franchisees participate in Stand Up and Play fundraiser.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
ING T R O SUPP OCAL L OUR NITIES MU M O C
Our Company Purpose: To use the resources of our company to provide opportunities for our people and to be a positive influence on people’s lives wherever and whenever we can.
Cops on the Roof Miracle at Dinwiddie
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ay 27th, 2022 started out as a normal morning at the Hardee’s of Dinwiddie. One of the restaurant’s regular drive thru guests, Cheri, decided to order her breakfast inside because the drive thru line was so long. As she was waiting in line she realized there was a medical emergency happening with one of the employees. What happened next can only be described as divine intervention. Cheri heard the Shift Leader, Eric, yell for someone to call 911; the General Manger, Hugo, had collapsed on the back line of the restaurant. Cheri, who happens to be a nurse, did not hesitate to start CPR on Hugo when she realized he did not have a pulse. Ultimately, Cheri saved Hugo’s life by administering CPR until the ambulance could arrive and later airlift him to the nearest hospital. A few weeks later, Hugo and Cheri were able to reunite and they, along with all of the employees at Dinwiddie, were able to celebrate Hugo’s return.
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ardee’s of Dinwiddie partnered with the Dinwiddie Sherriff’s Department to raise money for Special Olympics. The deputies collected over $800 working the drive thru to donate to the cause.
Meals on Wheels
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im Zdebiak has volunteered for Meals on Wheels for since BNE began partnering with the organization in 2014.
Flooding in Kentucky We Believe in Children
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mployees at the Home office dressed up as elves and welcomed members of the Boys and Girls Club of the Tar River Region for an afternoon of dancing, snacks, and visiting with Santa. Over 100 elementary school-aged children attended the highly anticipated event after a two year break due to COVID-19.
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reathitt County and the Hardee’s of Jackson, KY experienced devastating flooding during the Summer of 2022. Many Boddie-Noell employees were left without essential items like food and clothing. The local Salvation Army helped those affected, but when volunteers were running low on water and ice, 16 year old Rudy Carpenter used his own money to donate to the cause. Rudy is a great example of the BNE vision and values! “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 28
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Our People Living Our Purpose:
To use the resources of our company To provide opportunities to our people
VA Special Olympics
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oddie-Noell has been partners with the Special Olympics Virginia for the past 42 years, contributing over $2 million to the organization during this time. Last year alone our Hardee’s raised more than $42,000. Most recently, Region 3 employees, managers, and District Managers provided lunch for Special Olympics games on June 11, 2022.
Rocky Mount Special Olympics
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n April 20, 2023, a group of BNE Home office employees volunteered at the Special Olympics Spring Games held at Rocky Mount High School. This particular day was dedicated to elementary school participants and was filled with laughter and friendly competition.
“Boddie-Noell Enterprises has partnered with Virginia Special Olympics for over 40 years. By serving on the board, you are helping to create opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities by developing their physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community. Board members become part of a community that shares a vision of inclusion, equity, respect, and dignity for all members of society, regardless of their abilities,” said Bill Boddie, Jr. 29 ENTERPRISER Fall 2023
To be a positive influence on people’s lives wherever & whenever we can.
Polar Plunge Photo / Article Here
Bill Jr. Rapelling down building
Lanie Pope (WXII News 12) and Maisie Milligan
Craig Worthy, Kim Zdebiak, Ginny Mhorbutter, and Bob Boyd
United Way Platinum Award
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n 2011, Bill Boddie, Jr. and Mark Henry both won the chance to scale more than 400 feet down the side of the 25-story SunTrust building in Richmond, VA to support the Virginia Special Olympics. Bill said, “My first step over the edge was chilling to me. I said to myself ‘That’s a long way down!’” He was also anxious looking down at the crowd below. Mark said it was exciting and a thrill of a lifetime for him. We are grateful for our operations teams and corporate support staff who continue to volunteer and support our athletes.
oddie-Noell Enterprises received the Platinum Award from United Way for our 2012 campaign. The Platinum Award is the highest campaign award that a business/organization can receive, as it exemplifies a stellar United Way campaign. United Way depends on companies like BNE to help sustain programs for those that need it the most. Thanks to BNE home office employees for their help in making the United Way campaign a success and attaining Platinum Award status for almost a decade.
Pilot Mtn. Food Drive
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ardee’s of Pilot Mountain General Manager, Maisie Milligan, takes pride in staying connected and interacting with those in her community. In January 2023, Maisie and her team at Pilot Mountain hosted a food drive benefitting Second Harvest Food Bank. In total the event raised $28,000 and 14 washing machinesized boxes for the Surry County community. Thank you, Hardee’s of Pilot Mountain for representing BNE so well!
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eggie Barnacascel and Craig Worthy represented Boddie-Noell during the holiday season bell ringing benefitting the Salvation Army.
he 34th annual Hardee’s/BB&T BSA Golf Classic took place September 2022, in Southern Pines, NC. This tournament was founded and organized by our co-founder, Nick Boddie, in 1989 and benefits the East Carolina Council Boy Scouts of America. The success of this tournament is due to the support of our valued vendors, partners, and friends, and we appreciate their generosity to help develop our youth into ethical and moral citizens. “WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE” 30
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Helping Hands Our People Living Out Our Purpose The BNE Helping Hands Program is an employee assistance fund that provides financial assistance to BNE employees in time of need. It is designed to assist employees who may be experiencing an unforeseen personal crisis such as an acute illness, natural disaster, fire, or flood. Contributing to the fund is easy through payroll deduction and your contributions are tax deductible.
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t’s been very rewarding to work with Helping Hands over the last 16 years,” said Nanette Herbert, Vice President, Benefits & Compensation. “Seeing how year after year, the generous donations of BNE employees are used to ‘lend a helping hand’ to their fellow employees in times of disaster or crisis.”
In the event of a natural disaster such as the recent catastrophic flooding in Kentucky, the Helping Hands program administrator, E4E Relief, brings in additional resources to their call center to provide a more streamlined application for assistance. During this
Kentucky flooding, July 2022
flooding in July of 2022, several Hardee’s crew members lost their homes and belongings. Employees at the Home office wasted no time jumping in to help, gathering donations of money and clothing to help those affected get back on their feet. “At Boddie-Noell, we are a family and we take care of each other,” explained Bunn Boddie. To obtain an enrollment form for Helping Hands, simply ask your General Manager, or contact Nanette Herbert (ext. 1439) in the home office.
Notes of Appreciation: “Thank you so much BNE family for helping me when no one else would. I am truly blessed, and I will continue to thank every last one of you for what you have done for me.”
“Words can never express how grateful my family and I are for the kindness and generosity that each of you have shown to us. Thank each and every one of you. This is why I love being a part of the BNE family.”
Helping Hands Impact 1,503
$119,449
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$115,600
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“You don’t know how much this means to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!”
SCHOLARSHIPS
2023 James H. Waters & Betty Jean Oxendine Scholarship Recipients
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ames H. Waters, the late Vice Chairman and Chief Administrative Officer at BNE, realized the importance of education and its role in personal development. We continue to honor Mr. Waters and his beliefs by awarding scholarships each year. We congratulate our past and current James H. Waters Scholarship program recipients and encourage families of our employees to take advantage of this important benefit. We are proud to say that from 1989–2023, 699 students have been awarded a total of $800,450 in scholarships. The Betty Jean Oxendine Scholarship program was created in memory of Betty, an employee with an exuberant personality who lost her life at age of 18. Through this memorial scholarship BNE hopes to help other young people with promising futures achieve their goals in healthcare.
In 2023, 18 students were awarded between $500-$1,500 each through the James H. Waters and Betty Jean Oxendine scholarship programs. JAMES H. WATERS RECIPIENTS: Anthony Anastasi
Alisha France
Irais Hernandez
Carolyn Nethercutt
Jenna Weber
Wake Technical
John Tyler
University of North
Liberty University
Appalachian State
Community College
Community College
Carolina at Charlotte
Biblical Studies
University
Engineering & Science
Early Childhood
Finance
Education Bridget Boone
Speech and Aaliyah Roane
Communicative Disorders
Edwin Jimenez
Johnson & Wales
North Carolina
Kailah Garrett
North Carolina State
University: Providence
Wesleyan College
North Carolina
University
Business Administration
Criminal Justice/
Agricultural and
Computer Science
Sociology
Technical State
Dauquann Capers
Nina Craig
University of North Tre’Khiayah Thorne
Carolina
University
Kayla Klontzaris
North Carolina
School of the Arts
Computer Engineering
Randolph-Macon
Central University
Filmmaking
College Pre-med
Psychology
Virginia State University
Kaylie McClanahan
Harrison Vaughn
Business Management
Chowan University Business
Raegan Weber
David Hannah Wytheville
University of North
University of Virginia
Community College
Carolina at Chapel Hill
Biology
Science
Biology
BETTY JEAN OXENDINE RECIPIENT: Keiyanna McNeil Fayetteville State University
Claire Fleming (right) was a past recipient of the Betty Jean Oxendine Scholarship. Claire graduated with a degree in nursing and currently works in the NICU at Vident Hospital in Greenville, NC. Claire is the daughter of Jessica Fleming, Asset Protection Manager, Loss Control.
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Want to Apply?
Any full-time employees, their children, or grandchildren who are enrolled full time in an accredited college, university, or vocational school are eligible to apply. Learn more at learnmore.scholarsapply.org/jameswaters/ or contact Sandy Harris at 252.937.2800 x1207.
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Corporate Chaplains 2022 Impact
“If It’s Important to You, It Is Important to Us.”
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orporate Chaplains of America has been serving the employees Derek Arnold of Boddie-Noell Enterprises for over Head Chaplain 15 years. We currently have 11 total chaplains, and they are available for every employee, family member, or loved one who may have a need. As we see challenges arising in today’s workforce, it is more important than ever that employees recognize their value and contribution to the team. Employees who struggle personally in areas of happiness and personal fulfillment take on average 15 more sick days each year, and 51% of unscheduled work absences are caused by employees’ family issues, personal needs, or stress. Our mental health and well-being can struggle under the weight of grief, anxiety, stress, our health, relationships, or several other private concerns.
13,049
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Contacts Made
Gospel Presentations
2,475
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Care Sessions
People Accepted Christ
“We know everyone is faced with challenges from time to time, and while we might not be equipped to give proper direction, Corporate Chaplains is.”
- BILL BODDIE SR. At Corporate Chaplains of America, we often Chairman and CEO say, “If it is important to you, it is important to us.” Chaplains not only contact employees for a moment of encouragement regularly, but also provide practical support at key moments. Chaplains are available 24 hours a day and feel a personal sense of calling to help support you as you navigate the weight of life. Whether it is marriage issues, relationship problems, spiritual needs, suicide, budgeting assistance, funerals, conflict resolution, or abuse, your chaplain is waiting to help. From the time that BNE brought on Corporate Chaplains of America, we have had more than 45,000 significant conversations about the important topics listed above. We will also soon be introducing BNE to TelaChap, an online service that will make it even easier to get immediate assistance. I have been serving BNE locations since 2016, and I still recall conversations with individuals six years later. I have been able to celebrate exciting moments with employees, as well as share with them in some of their most devastating moments of grief and trauma. I do not only promote chaplaincy because I am a chaplain. I urge you to connect with your chaplain because I have personally seen the difference it makes to have a chaplain walk with you in the challenging moments of life. I have heard many times at BNE, “We Believe in People,” and as chaplains, we are here for you! Derek Arnold
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BNE partners with Corporate Chaplains of America to provide the Chaplain Assistance Program. Your chaplain, Derek Arnold, is available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your chaplain can help with: • Marital issues
• Funeral assistance
• Child issues
• Stress management
• Relationship issues
• Conflict resolution
• Financial & budgeting issues
• Drug & alcohol dependency
• Long-term grief support
• Divorce
• Personal & family issues
• Spousal & child abuse
You can access Derek by phone or e-mail: 1-877-322-2427 ext 4002 | darnold@chaplain.org For the quickest response, call and leave a voicemail. Derek will call you back in 15 minutes or less. He will provide confidential care at no cost to you by phone, email, or Skype.
Looking to the Future
Bill Boddie Chairman and CEO
LEADERSHIP TEAM: 1. Bill Boddie, Sr. Chairman and CEO 2. Mike Boddie President 3. Mike Hancock Executive VP, Restaurant Development 4. Doug Anderson President, BNE Land & Development Division 5. Jerry Allsbrook Senior VP & CMO 6. Kathy Trusch Senior VP, Human Resources
Wow … what a wonderful 60 years this has been! While we have weathered some tough years, the many great years we have shared far outweigh the hard ones. With our proven track record of successful accomplishments, many wonder what’s in store for our future? No one knows for certain, but I do know the future of BNE lies in the hands of its people just as it has for the past 60 years.
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y late father, Mayo, chose the perfect motto, “We Believe in People,” for our company. It is one we continue to stand by regardless of whatever opportunity we encounter. With your help, we plan to remain in the restaurant business with Hardee’s as our flagship, but may venture into other brands and investments. Whatever the future holds, we will also continue to live by our purpose, “To use the resources of our company to provide opportunities for our
people and to be a positive influence on people’s lives wherever and whenever we can.” BNE is more than just a workplace … we are a true “family” who work together and support each other during both good and challenging times. That’s what we will continue to do for the next 60 years and beyond.
Thank you for being part of our past, present, and future. May God bless each of you. Bill Boddie
I look forward to a bright, shining future with endless opportunities for all of us.
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11. Bob Larimer Senior VP, Information Services 12. Jackie Williams VP, Learning & Development 13. Tim Lane VP, Purchasing & Product Development 14. Reggie Barnacascel VP, Restaurant Development 15. Jon Grant VP, Finance 16. Bunn Boddie Director, Corporate Support Services 17. Bill Boddie, Jr. Director, Operations Services
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