Chick-fil-A is a family-owned business founded by S. Truett Cathy in the late 1960s. The Cathy family continues to own and lead the company, with members of the family holding key leadership roles. Dan Cathy, Truett's son, served as CEO from 2013 to 2021 and remains the board chairman. As of 2021, Andrew Cathy, Truett's grandson, is the CEO of Chick-fil-A. The company has been maintained by the Cathy family over three generations, emphasizing their family legacy and values in running the business.
