Brent Reaves

Brent Reaves is the president of Smokey John’s, Inc., a black‐owned, family-owned-and-operated barbeque restaurant in Dallas, Texas (near Love Field). Brent has been a part of the food service industry for over 20 years, from bussing tables to running large catering operations. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from the School of Hospitality at the University of North Texas. He is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs ‘10,000 Small Businesses’ Program. Known for his charming personality, humor, and love for people, Brent has won top honors in several major culinary competitions. Learn more about Brent and his father, Smokey John, at https://www.smokeyjohns.com/our-story/