Parker Lipman is one of the stars of MTV’s reality show Buckhead Shore, which follows a group of friends who spend their summers at his family’s lake house in Georgia. But who are Parker Lipman’s parents and what do they do for a living? In this article, we will explore the background and achievements of the power couple behind Zaxby’s, one of the most popular fast food chains in the south.
Carol and Zach McLeroy: The Founders of Zaxby’s
Parker Lipman’s mother is Carol McLeroy, who owns the family fast food chain Zaxby’s with her husband Zach McLeroy. Zach is Parker’s step-dad, and his biological father is William Lipman, who is 64 years old[^1^][1]. Carol and Zach met in 1994, when Zach was working as a cook at a local restaurant and Carol was a waitress. They fell in love and decided to start their own business together[^2^][2].
Zaxby’s is a fast casual restaurant that specializes in chicken fingers, wings, salads, and sandwiches. The name Zaxby’s is a combination of Zach and Abby, the name of their daughter. The first Zaxby’s restaurant opened in 1990 in Statesboro, Georgia, near Georgia Southern University, where Zach was a student. Zach had a passion for chicken and wanted to create a place where people could enjoy fresh, quality food in a fun and friendly atmosphere[^2^][2].
Since then, Zaxby’s has grown to more than 900 locations in 18 states, mostly in the southeast. Zaxby’s is known for its signature sauces, such as Zax Sauce, Tongue Torch, and Nuclear, as well as its creative menu items, such as Zalads, Zappetizers, and Zax Snak. Zaxby’s also sponsors various sports and entertainment events, such as college football, NASCAR, and the Heart of Dallas Bowl[^2^][2].
Carol and Zach McLeroy are still actively involved in the management and operation of Zaxby’s. They have a net worth of over $300 million and are considered one of the most successful and influential couples in the fast food industry[^3^][3].
Parker Lipman: The Son of Zaxby’s
Parker Lipman is the son of Carol and Zach McLeroy, and the heir of Zaxby’s. He was born in 1993 and grew up in Athens, Georgia, where the Zaxby’s headquarters are located. He has four siblings: Abby, Christopher, Daniel, and Collin. He also has a half-sister, Lainey, from his father’s previous marriage[^1^][1].
Parker Lipman attended the University of Georgia, where he studied business and marketing. He also played lacrosse and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He graduated in 2015 and joined the family business as a franchise owner. He currently owns and operates several Zaxby’s restaurants in Georgia and Alabama[^1^][1].
Parker Lipman is also a reality TV star, thanks to his appearance on Buckhead Shore, a show that follows him and his friends as they spend their summers at his family’s lake house in Lake Oconee, Georgia. The show premiered in June 2022 and has been a hit among viewers, who enjoy watching the drama, romance, and fun that unfold among the cast members[^4^][4].
Parker Lipman is dating Savannah Gabriel, one of his co-stars on Buckhead Shore. They have been together since 2019 and are often seen posting cute photos and videos of each other on social media. Parker Lipman is also close to his parents and siblings, and often expresses his gratitude and admiration for them[^1^][1].
Parker Lipman is a young and successful entrepreneur, who has inherited his parents’ passion for chicken and business. He is also a charismatic and charming personality, who has captivated the audience with his adventures on Buckhead Shore. He is the son of Zaxby’s, and he is proud of it.