The Complete Story of KFC
Sometimes from hardship comes something good: this is the case with the Colonel. His father passed when he was only six years old, and with his mother gone for days at a time to work in a canning factory, the young Harland Sanders learned to cook and take care of his siblings.
Harland opened a service station on route 24 in Corbin, Kentucky. During that time, he made some money on the side by providing hot meals to passing drivers. His delicious meals soon caught on, and word spread, earning him the title of “Honorary Colonel,” from governor Albert Benjamin, nicknamed “Happy” Chandler.
Soon after his side orders took off, he rebuilt the station to become a restaurant and motel.
The KFC recipe is still a secret to this day and kept under lock and chain. The Colonel kept the blend of eleven herbs and spices all in his head. Only a few members of the company know what the recipe is, and even their names are not public. Outsiders have not been able to match the recipe, and that makes it even more valuable.
Interesting Facts about Kentucky Fried Chicken and the Colonel:
- In Japan, Kentucky Fried Chicken is the traditional Christmas Eve dinner.
- In 1952, the KFC Franchise was born, and it has gone from its first franchised location in Salt Lake City to locations around the world today.
- In 1964, there were already 600 locations in the United States.
The Colonel sold his empire back in 1964 for $2 million — equivalent to $16 million in 2020. - Colonel Sanders remained active in the marketing campaigns for the company until his death in 1980.
- KFC gravy was changed from its original recipe back before the ’70s so that it was easier to make — the Colonel was not impressed.
- To further protect the company’s secret recipe, the blend is supplied by two different companies.
- Over the years, the Colonel’s suit became part of the trademark. It sold to the president of Japan for just over $21,000.
- More facts in the resource section to follow.
In the resource section, you’ll find an abundant amount of information from the humble beginning of Kentucky Fried Chicken to its massive net worth today. You’ll also get a glimpse into the life of the Colonel.
Resources
The History of KFC
The History of KFC: Their Past and the Tech Building Their Future
History of KFC Corporation – FundingUniverse
An Overview Of The History Of KFC – Fast Food Menu Prices
Colonel Sanders’ – The Kentucky Fried Chicken Story
Founder
Colonel Harland Sanders – KFC, Story & Death – Biography
Job Search | Hourly Job Postings | Snag
The Inspiring Life Story of KFC’s Colonel Sanders | Cleverism
Executive Team
Mission Statement
KFC Mission, Vision & Values | Comparably
KFC mission statement 2013 – Strategic Management Insight
The Colonel’s values aren’t a marketing gimmick.
Financial Company Information
Company Search | Company Information | Hoovers Company Profiles – D&B Hoovers – D&B Hoovers
Facts
10 Things You Didn’t Know About KFC | First We Feast
12 Finger-Lickin’ Facts About KFC | Mental Floss
Surprising Facts About KFC – Kentucky Fried Chicken History – Delish.com
15 Finger Lickin’ Good Facts About KFC | The Fact Site
Business Strategies
KFC Business Strategies | Success Principles Online | Small Business Success |Life Success
Marketing Strategies
Marketing strategy of KFC – KFC Marketing strategy
KFC Keeps Cooking Up Brand Relevance With Ridiculous Marketing
KFC Marketing Strategy | Understanding the Positioning of KFC
Competitors
The Top 12 KFC Competitors across the globe – KFC Competitor analysis
Competitors of KFC – Who is winning the fast food battle
KFC SWOT Analysis | Top KFC Competitors & USP | Brand Analysis | MBA Skool-Study.Learn.Share.
Top Chicken Franchises Compared: Chick-fil-A, KFC, Popeyes, Zaxby’s, Etc.
Company Culture
KFC – WORK CULTURE | Glassdoor
KFC Company Culture | Comparably
MANAGEMENT VIEWS – Organisational cultural environment of KFC
How Does KFC Treat Its Employees?
Working at KFC: 14,227 Reviews | Indeed.com
Job satisfaction of the workers at KFC
KFC keeps staff recognition and bonuses on the menu – Employee Benefits
KFC Expands From Poorly Paying Fast Food Employees to Poorly Paying Game Devs
Company Reputation
Complaints and Lawsuits
The biggest scandals to hit KFC
Another food scandal? KFC just cannot win
KFC viral video shows need for improvement – Business Insider
KFC, Yum! Dragged Down By Chinese Food Safety Scandal
KFC Responds to U.K. Chicken Shortage Scandal With a Timely ‘FCK, We’re Sorry’ – Adweek
Failures
KFC is failing in China because its fast food is way too slow — Quartz
10 fast food failures you rightfully forgot about
The tragic, real-life story of Colonel Sanders
KFC amazing struggle, failure, disappointments and finally success |
Success : KFC founder’s list of his failures
Successes
How KFC founder Colonel Sanders achieved success in his 60s – Business Insider
The secret of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) success
How KFC Became A ‘Finger Lickin’ Good’ Success Story Again
The Truth About KFC SUCCESS STORY – Brand Riddle
Articles and Stories of Interest
KFC – latest news, breaking stories and comment – The Independent
KFC News & Topics – Entrepreneur
A Look At The Menu Innovation Driving KFC Global’s Sales Momentum
Books
Books from Amazon Related to KFC
Google Book Search Related to KFC
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