Evan Hafer

Evan Hafer is no longer the Chief Executive Officer of Black Rifle Coffee Company. He is currently serving as the Executive Chairman of the company.12

Evan Hafer is the founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company, which he established in 2014.14 Prior to founding the company, Hafer had an extensive military background:

• He served in the US Army for twenty years, including fifteen years in special forces as a Green Beret with the 19th Special Forces Group.13
• He also worked as a contractor for the Central Intelligence Agency.1

Hafer's educational background includes:

• Attending the University of Idaho, where he studied Political Science and Government from 1995 to 2000.3

Under Hafer's leadership, Black Rifle Coffee Company grew from a small online business to a significant player in the coffee industry:

• The company specializes in direct-to-consumer coffee subscriptions and has expanded to include physical coffee shops in several states.4
• In 2022, the company went public through a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company, reaching a valuation of approximately $1.7 billion.4

Hafer is known for his commitment to hiring veterans and has been outspoken about supporting the military and first responder communities.45 He has also been involved in charitable efforts, including the Black Rifle Coffee Fund, which supports veteran-related causes.5

As of January 2024, Chris Mondzelewski has taken over as the Chief Executive Officer of Black Rifle Coffee Company, while Hafer transitioned to the role of Executive Chairman.12