Craig Sample, Owner/Operator

MUNCIE FSU

Cooper Connect Craig Sample, Owner/Operator Operators
Cooper Connect Craig Sample, Owner/Operator Operators

Craig Sample is a leader who values relationships, committed to personal growth, and serving others. He has a variety of experiences and skill sets contributing to his unique perspective as a current Chick-fil-A Owner/Operator. From music to acting, from a career on church staff to business ownership, Craig has had his hands in many things that have helped shape him for this opportunity. He graduated from the University of Virginia, receiving his bachelor’s degree in Government with a minor in African American Studies and Astronomy.

Craig’s initial exposure to the Chick-fil-A franchise was through connections with friends who worked in the company. He saw faith and family intersect in the lives of those Owner/Operators and found it intriguing. After being a franchisee for more than ten years, Craig was asked why he enjoyed his role with Chick-fil-A. His response was, “I am a better dad, son, husband, friend, and believer because of this opportunity. I desire to spread that same joy as far as I possibly can beyond the walls of Chick-fil-A.”

Career Highlights
2013
Selected as Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Muncie in Indiana
2016
Awarded Chick-fil-A’s Symbol of Success
Operator Sales Contest Winner (breakfast)
2019
Awarded Chick-fil-A’s Symbol of Success
Voted Top Workplace
Present
Awarded Guardian of the Brand, Chick-fil-A’s Food Safety Award, for 3 consecutive years
Vision and Values

Chick-fil-A Muncie’s mission and vision is to improve lives and inspire happiness. The team at Muncie likes to give back to the community through various partners, events, and organizations. 

  • Partners with Chick-fil-A’s Shared Table
  • Muncie Mission and their Walk A Mile In My Shoes Event
  • Riley’s Children’s Hospital
  • Muncie Unity Center
  • Hands of Hope
  • Local schools and churches
  • Canned Food Drive for local homeless shelters
  • Regularly donating food to volunteer response teams and local families in need
Career Opportunities