In business it is essential for employees to create value and establish a good name for themselves, according to Dan T. Cathy, president and chief operating officer of Chick-fil-A. Cathy was the keynote speaker at the College Student Career Program during the 2010 International Poultry Expo sponsored by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association. He addressed nearly 300 students from 24 universities.
Cathy encouraged students to become valuable within the business world by developing a vision, understanding history, and evolving. “Individuals need to brand their names, just as companies brand their products, so that it stands for something. Have enthusiasm, make valuable decisions, and create substance,” said Cathy.
Dan Cathy represents the second generation of leadership for the Atlanta-based quick-service chicken restaurant chain founded by his father, S. Truett Cathy.
The College Student Career Program is held annually during the exposition, where graduating students see the latest technology and interview for jobs and internships with industry firms. As part of the program this year, Jim Perdue, president and CEO of Perdue Farms, presented the annual Frank Perdue Scholarship to Hannah Atkins of Pennsylvania State University.
