Anticipating The Need for Infrastructure During a Residential and Commercial Boom, A Hendersonville Man Opens MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

According to Zillow, the Nashville area is the sixth-hottest housing market for 2022, with nearly two million residents and growing over 20% from 2010 to 2020. That’s why Rightmyer is investing in the local community by bringing two MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes locations to Sumner County. Rightmyer is confident the major influx in population and the anticipated arrival of retail giant Costco will be the driving force for his success with MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes.

It’s no surprise to locals that companies seem to be flocking to Hendersonville, Tennessee, to set up shop, and while this is great news for the local economy, it’s also highlighting a need for more quality restaurant and dining options. Rightmyer is investing in MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes by bringing not just one location to Sumner County — but two. Rightmyer is confident this major influx in population and the anticipated arrival of retail giant Costco will be the driving force for his success with the better burger concept.

Rightmyer has extensive experience in the service industry, having worked in restaurants since he was 14 years old. His first job was washing dishes by hand in a Chinese restaurant, followed by 15 years of restaurant experience from serving, bartending, and cooking to managing a fine dining restaurant. He then transitioned into senior living, where he worked as a successful executive for multiple Senior Living Communities.

Rightmyer initially learned about franchising through business and financial books and podcasts. He started looking for a franchise two and a half years ago and signed with MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes in 2022. He chose franchising over starting his own restaurant because it offered a simpler system and a more predictable income.

Rightmyer credits his wife, Erin, with helping him choose MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes. He was impressed by the corporate team's structure and the way they worked together. The company's family-like atmosphere made him feel comfortable investing in the brand.

Rightmyer believes that Hendersonville has been a good fit for MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes due to the area's growth and the arrival of big players like Costco and Amazon. He sees the demand for affordable food in the booming population and believes that MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes can meet that need.

In his personal time, Rightmyer enjoys songwriting and has written for recording artists. He also likes to play golf and travel. He values work-life balance and hopes to achieve that with his business. In the long run, he'd like to expand his ownership in multiple franchises and build a network of opportunities for others to work alongside him.