Meet Kevin McDavid, Owner / Operator Chick-fil-A King of Prussia

Kevin McDavid, Owner/Operator

KING OF PRUSSIA

Kevin McDavid grew up in New York state and attended college at Syracuse University studying Social Studies Education. He served his country as a United States Army Captain, part of the 101st Airborne Division. Following his 6 years of service, he had a successful 25+ year tenure with Johnson & Johnson. Kevin is an active member of his local church, taking part in weekly business/executive collaboration meetings, outreach ministry, and leading a men’s small group. Kevin and his wife of more than 25 years, Linda, find spending time with their family and traveling to be 2 of their favorite things. The only thing considered even more enjoyable would be combining vacationing with the 4 children and 8 grandchildren! Kevin greatly enjoys national parks and if he had to pick a favorite state it would most likely be Hawaii.

Career Highlights

JANUARY 2013

Selected as a Chick-fil-A Owner/Operator

AUGUST 2013

Grand Opening of the first free-standing Chick-fil-A King of Prussia

Partnered with Upper Merion High School’s Work Experience Program

2015

Achieved Chick-fil-A’s Symbol of Success Award

2018

Received the Timothy School’s local business award on behalf of Chick-fil-A King of Prussia

Partnered with Operation Yellow Ribbon

Chick-fil-A Story

Kevin’s journey with Chick-fil-A began with one of his friends requesting him to be a reference for his own pursuit of becoming an Operator/Owner. At that time, Kevin didn’t know much about one of the largest fast food chains in America but became a student after speaking with a Chick-fil-A representative for the referral. Kevin was a part of ethical organizations, but the idea of running his own business founded upon biblical principles intrigued him.

He began reading Truett Cathy’s books and eventually applied to the rigorous process of becoming a Chick-fil-A franchisee in 2006. He was eventually selected to own and operate the first free-standing Chick-fil-A in King of Prussia, PA in 2013. Kevin has a strong desire to serve his community as well as his employees while pointing them to lead in their everyday lives.

Vision and Values

Next Generation of Leaders

“My goal is to mentor young people and see them have the skills they need to be successful in whatever endeavors they choose. And for those individuals who are older, I’d like to see them develop the competencies to stay with me long term.”

-Kevin McDavid

COMMUNITY IMPACT

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE WHO WANTS TO MAKE CHICK-FIL-A A CAREER OR BECOME AN OWNER/OPERATOR?

“What I love most about being an Owner/Operator is having the ability to create a vision for my Team Members while providing a valuable service to our community. I like to be an employer of opportunity. I like to take young people who can start in their teens and grow with the business, some of them will stay 6-8 years. It’s nice to be able to see the impact day in and day out. I enjoy the people aspect and pouring into people’s lives daily.“

– Kevin McDavid