Who founded Chick-fil-A?

S. Truett Cathy was the founder and chairman of Chick-fil-A, Inc. He opened his tiny Atlanta diner in 1946, and, while he was famous for creating the Chick-fil-A^® Chicken Sandwich, Truett was also known for his servant leadership and great generosity. Learn more about Truett and our history by visiting our History page.