Remarkable People Podcast

Remarkable Fans, today's episode features new Owner/Operator Collin Kutz! After working at 2 different Chick-fil-A locations, traveling in Chick-fi-A's Leadership Development Program, and experiencing everything in-between, Collin became the Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Peachtree and Piedmont in Atlanta, GA in May 2025. You won't want to miss how intentional he has been about building his team, and his ties to the community! You may even hear some great game recommendations, so listen up!Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Remarkable fans, today, we’re excited to introduce you to Josiah Walker! Josiah is part of Chick-fil-A’s Talent Development Program, better known as TDP! Prior to joining TDP in 2023, Josiah worked at a Chick-fil-A in Knoxville, TN for 3 years. You won’t want to miss his story of redemption, and his advice for team members who think they have blown their shot. Be ready to be challenged with this one, and find your north star.Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Hello Remarkable Fans! Today, we're excited to introduce you to Shane Todd! Shane is the Owner Operator of Chick-fil-A Barnett Shoals, Beechwood, Downtown Athens, the UGA Tate Student Center AND a Chick-fil-A Food Truck as well, all in Athens, GA. Shane has been an Operator for nearly 30 years and has a lot of fun stories about his team, Truett Cathy, and milkshakes! Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Today is a great day to introduce you to Shawn York! Shawn is the Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Crossings at South Corona and Hidden Valley Parkway, both in Corona, CA. Shawn is also the founder of the Malama Youth Foundation. He’s known for being a systems pioneer in the world of CFA, his latest being a system to increase customer satisfaction while increasing team member purpose, something he calls the Heart Chart, which tracks Unexpected Opportunities or UOs for short. If that's not enough, Shawn is currently writing a book titled Love Works Here and he also hosts the Love Works Here podcast. Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Remarkable fans, today we’re excited to introduce you to Terry Butler. Terry is the Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Townridge Square in Raleigh, NC. He has been an Operator over 30 years and is a wealth of Chick-fil-A stories and inspiration. We hope you take time to really listen to this episode as Terry shares his heart for people and the community, and how he loves being like Truett Cathy and other business leaders who inspired him. Listen more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Hello Remarkable fans! This week, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Kimberly Flamm! Kimberly was a Chick-fil-A Owner/Operator for over 7 years before becoming an executive coach and leadership development consultant. Be sure to listen as she goes over skills we all need to be successful, shares how her faith and family have tied into her success, and why she ultimately retired from Chick-fil-A to start coaching! Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Remarkable Fans, take a listen today as we speak with Jason Dyer! Jason is the Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Rocklin Station in Rocklin, CA. Jason went from a music educator career path to Chick-fil-A team member and finally Chick-fil-A Operator. You won’t want to miss his encouraging stories, positive outlook, and spiritual guidance. Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.cooperconnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Hello Remarkable People! Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Tyler Pischke! Tyler is the Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Toccoa in Toccoa, GA! Prior to Chick-fil-A, Tyler served in the Air Force as an Intelligence Analyst. We first learned about Tyler from this article: https://www.chick-fil-a.com/press-room/2024/11/lessons-in-leadership-with-tyler-pischke. We’re so excited for you to hear his lessons on hiring, leadership, and trust. Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.CooperConnect.co  Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

Hello Remarkable Fans! Today, we're excited to introduce you to Brandon Houston. Brandon works in the recruiting department at the Chick-fil-A Support Center, focusing on emerging talent. Brandon describes himself as a true external, having never worked in a Chick-fil-A restaurant before joining the Support Center. However, he now enjoys helping in the restaurant and coaching future team members. Take a listen as Brandon shares insights into recruiting at Chick-fil-A!Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.CooperConnect.co Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.

This week I am excited to introduce you to Owner Operator DK Kang! DK is the Operator of Chick-fil-A 7th Street (DC) In-Line in Chinatown, Washington D.C. DK compares himself to Forrest Gump, and that seems to be accurate as he's done everything from making sandwiches to professional sports to serving our country in various ways. You won't want to miss hearing his wild journey to becoming a Chick-fil-A Operator, and all the stops in between! Learn more about Cooper Connect, here: www.CooperConnect.co Cooper Connect is an independent entity and is not affiliated with, associated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Chick-fil-A, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The name Chick-fil-A, Inc., along with its related names, trademarks, logos, and images, are the registered property of their respective owner. For official information about Chick-fil-A, Inc., please visit their website at https://chick-fil-a.com.