Church’s Texas Chicken (aka Church’s Chicken) is one of the largest international chains of quick-serve chicken franchises. The chain operates outside of North America, in over 23 international markets, under the banner of Texas Chicken. Church’s specializes in double-breaded fried chicken, homemade honey-butter biscuits, and home-style sides. Founded in San Antonio, TX in 1952, they are the first chain from Texas to become a national one. In 2021, the company was acquired by REGO Restaurant Group, a subsidiary of High Bluff Capital Partners, an American private equity firm. In 2022, the brands opened 75 new international restaurants. As of 2023, Church’s serves 3 million customers each week and operates more than 1,500 locations (90% being franchises) across the world. The company has system-wide sales of more than $1B. Their headquarters are in Atlanta, GA.

High Bluff Capital Partners is a private investment firm that has more than 30 years of experience managing, investing, leading, and transforming businesses across the food & beverage industry. Their portfolio currently includes Quiznos, ARC Burgers, Taco Del Mar, and Church’s Chicken. The company is headquartered in San Diego, CA.