Knicks superstar secures an equity stake in the $1B fast-casual chain
After leading the New York Knicks to their first NBA championship in over 50 years, Jalen Brunson is now expanding his role into corporate governance.
Just Salad, a $1 billion fast-casual restaurant chain founded in midtown Manhattan, announced a long-term partnership with Brunson as a key equity investor. Financial details of Brunson’s investment have not been made public, but sources indicate his stake is a meaningful minority share. As part of the agreement, Brunson will join Just Salad’s advisory board and play an active role in strategic brand initiatives. This is the company’s first athlete partnership and Brunson’s first direct equity stake in a restaurant.
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