Launching the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs & Hospitality Leaders

A hands-on leadership academy where driven young professionals learn how to run a business, lead high-performing teams, and master the principles of world-class hospitality.

Our approach

For leaders who want to build something.


The Noblitt Hospitality Leadership Academy develops future entrepreneurs through real operational responsibility, leadership coaching, and business education rooted in systems and proven approaches.
Our graduates don’t just learn how to work in a restaurant- they learn how to think like owners, solve problems, lead people, and operate a business with excellence from the ground up.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Entrepreneurial Training Through Real Experience

    You won’t sit in a classroom learning theory. You’ll learn by running shifts, analyzing results, and making decisions that impact the business in real time.

  • Leadership Systems That Scale

    We teach you how to lead teams, manage systems, build healthy culture, and navigate complexity. Skills that translate to any business you may one day run.

  • Operational & Financial Exposure

    Go behind the scenes into scheduling, inventory, team development, cost management, and the daily rhythms of running a thriving hospitality brand.

  • Coaching From Proven Leaders

    Receive direct mentorship from leaders who have built high-performing teams and understand what it takes to grow a business, and the people behind it.

Noblitt Hospitality Leadership Academy Paths

Is This Right For You?

  • Emerging leaders who show initiative, curiosity, and a desire to gain real experience running the day-to-day of a high-performing business. Great for candidates still exploring what area of leadership or business ownership might be right for them.

  • Typically a 12–24 month journey depending on experience, growth pace, and performance. Most graduates are prepared for elevated leadership roles or advancement into more specialized tracks.

Is This Right For You?

  • Ambitious, disciplined, future-focused leaders with a passion for entrepreneurship. Candidates who thrive in this path are hungry to run a business, love solving complex problems, demonstrate ownership-level thinking, and are ready for high responsibility early.

  • Highly individualized, typically 24–36 months depending on readiness for increased responsibility. Graduates are equipped for multi-unit leadership, senior operational roles, or future business ownership opportunities.

Is This Right For You?

  • Leaders with strong people skills and operational ability who want to take on a senior leadership role while balancing school, or life commitments. Great for individuals with leadership potential who cannot pursue a full-time development program.

  • Varies based on availability and performance. Many directors remain in this role long-term or transition into full-time development if their schedule allows.

What Inspires Our Leaders Every Day

  • I love the bond that I am able to create with my teammates through the fun we have that pushes us to WIN & being able to celebrate those wins with them!

    Taylor M.

  • The daily challenges. Nothing is ever the same twice.

    Kyle H.

  • I love the opportunity it gives me to impact those around me. It stretches me to become a better human and challenges me to be an example to others.

    Alyssa S.

  • You are surrounded by like-minded individuals who are hungry to pursue excellence.

    Ginny Anne P.

  • I love that leadership gives me the opportunity to inspire others, set the tone, and make a lasting impact on how people show up each day.

    Jada D.

  • Having the chance to really own your area as your own, and developing the people around you.

    Daniel R.

  • Watching others find their passion within Chick-fil-A and develop into strong leaders that move the business forward.

    Chase S.

Our Graduates Stories

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Think Like an Owner


Being part of the Academy means learning how to run a business from the ground up. You’ll step into leadership roles that challenge you to make real decisions, manage operations, and coach teams while learning directly from experienced leaders. Every experience is designed to help you grow as an entrepreneur, develop practical skills, and build the confidence to lead with vision and integrity.

Step into a place where growth is expected, supported, and celebrated. You’ll Gain

  • Real experience that builds courage

  • Leaders who invest in your journey

  • A culture centered on purpose and excellence

  • Opportunities to build something that matters