News Summary
North End Juice Co. abruptly closed following employee walkout over management issues, including concerns about a hired staff member with a criminal record, surveillance, and communication failures. Staff’s decision to leave highlights issues of transparency and workplace safety, prompting community support through fundraising efforts. The closure marks a significant change for the business and raises broader questions about employee rights and management accountability in small businesses.
Richmond – North End Juice Co. has closed its doors as of October 22, 2025, following a walkout by employees who resigned collectively over serious concerns regarding new ownership. A letter from the staff, displayed in the storefront, cited discomfort with the new management, particularly focusing on the criminal background of Chase Miller, a recent hire and brother of the owner, Channing Miller.
The letter indicated that the employees would not return to work under the current management conditions, emphasizing a refusal to work with individuals having criminal records. The staff voiced specific concerns about unconsented surveillance cameras installed in the workplace and other disruptive operational changes made by Chase Miller, which had not been communicated to the team.
Chase Miller, who began working at North End Juice Co. in June 2025, was discovered to have a conviction for sexual assault from 2017 and is listed as a sex offender in both Florida and Virginia. After serving nearly eight years in prison, he was released in May 2025 and registered as a sex offender shortly after. Employees were made aware of his background only after being contacted by a parole officer in early October regarding his status, prompting them to conduct an online search that confirmed their suspicions.
General manager Brogan Rogers, a nearly nine-year veteran of the company, expressed the collective concerns to Channing Miller about Chase’s criminal history but did not receive a response. Chase Miller purportedly described himself as the “sole proprietor” of the business; however, public records indicate that ownership lies with Channing Miller. The lack of transparency and communication from the management fostered an atmosphere of unease among the staff.
North End Juice Co., which was established in 2016, gained popularity and expanded to multiple locations in Midlothian, Church Hill, and Virginia Beach. This recent closure shocked both employees and locals who frequented the business. In the aftermath, the company’s Instagram account has since been cleared, now featuring the phrase “Solidarity Forever,” and a GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support the former employees.
The GoFundMe campaign aims to raise funds for at least two weeks’ pay for those who lost their jobs unexpectedly, reflecting the financial strain faced by workers following the abrupt closure. The campaign has already received over 200 contributions, indicating significant community support.
Despite the escalating situation and public outcry from former employees, neither Channing nor Chase Miller has made a public statement regarding the closure or addressed the allegations put forth by the staff. As the situation continues to develop, the implications may extend beyond North End Juice Co. and raise broader discussions about workplace safety, employee rights, and transparency in management practices.
This incident highlights the vital need for open communication and trust between management and employees, especially in small businesses where personal relationships often intertwine with professional responsibilities. The unfolding events at North End Juice Co. serve as a stark reminder of the importance of employee welfare and ethical conduct in the workplace.
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