Five Guys Europe
Sophia Brechon-Smith is an experienced social media professional with a strong background in managing social media channels across various industries. Currently serving as the Social Media Manager for Five Guys Europe since May 2023, Sophia has previously held positions such as Social Media & Influencer Manager and Social Media Manager at Wowcher, Global Social Media Manager at Crep Protect, and Senior Social Media Executive at Debenhams. Additional roles include Paid Social Media Coordinator at Burberry and Social Media Manager at Cass Art, where content planning and audience engagement were key responsibilities. Sophia began their career in marketing as an Assistant at mini club and David Manners Group, following earlier experience as a Sales Assistant at Next Ltd. Sophia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion from Arts University Bournemouth.
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Five Guys Europe
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Five Guys has been a Washington, DC area favorite since 1986 when Jerry and Janie Murrell offered sage advice to the four young Murrell brothers: "Start a business or go to college". The business route won and the Murrell family opened a carry-out burger joint in Arlington, Virginia. Under the guidance of Jerry and Janie, the Murrell family served only hand-formed burgers cooked to perfection on a grill along with fresh-cut fries cooked in pure peanut oil. The little burger joint quickly developed a cult-like following. Press paid attention. Customers voted the burger "#1" in the metro area. During the 1980's and 1990's the Murrell family perfected their simple system. Five Guys was The Place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings you could stuff between fresh-baked buns. A fifth brother was born and, as their family grew, so did their business. Four more restaurants with sit-down seating were added to accommodate the growing clientele. Early in 2003 Jerry and Janie, together with the five "guys" began offering franchise opportunities. In just under 18 months, Five Guys Enterprises sold options for over 300 units. The overwhelming success of franchising a local restaurant made national news with articles in trade publications such as Nation's Restaurant News, Restaurant Business Magazine, and the Franchise Times. Now, over 20 years after Five Guys first opened, there are over 1,000 locations nationwide and over 1,500 units in development. Five Guys continues to receive media attention and has grown a cult-like following around the world.