We serve great food. Period.
About FDY, Inc.
Our Vision
FDY, Inc. strives to be a premier provider of quality food and memorable experiences.
Our Mission
FDY, Inc.’s commitment is to provide quality food with an exceptional experience to our valued customers, while making a positive impact in the lives of our associates, their families, and the community.
Our Values
Customer Focus
Continuously listen to our customers, anticipate their needs, and go beyond their expectations.
Integrity
Fairness and Professionalism
Work professionally and fairly with associates and customers in all situations.
Striving for Excellence
Awards and Recognitions
Minority Business Entrepreneur Awards, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
The Order of the Longleaf Pine, North Carolina
United Negro College Fund: An Evening of the Stars and Tribute Honoring Floyd and Norma Young
Highest Sales Dollar Increase, Bojangles’
Supplier of the Year, Carolinas Virginia Minority Supplier and Development Council
Highest Volume Restaurant Award, Bojangles’ Single Restaurant Owners
Certificate of Appreciation, Deltas of Charlotte, Inc. (Gamma Lambda chapter)
“You Topped the Top” Recognition, Johnson C. Smith University
Distinguished Service, Loyalty & Devotion Award, Johnson C. Smith University
Fourth Largest Minority Employer, Charlotte Business Journal
Philanthropy Award, Johnson C. Smith University Golden Bull Society
Award of Appreciation, United Negro College Fund
Certificate of Achievement, Minority Executive Education Institute
North Carolina Institute of Minority Economic Development Award
MBE Class 2 Award, Carolinas Minority Supplier Development
The Foundation
Our Legacy
Floyd D. Young, Jr.
Founder
A pioneer in the food service industry. Born from humble beginnings in San Augustine, Texas, Young always knew he was destined for greatness. He began his career in a bakery in Brenham, Texas where he developed a passion for food service. After attending Prairie View A&M University, he ultimately left his hometown to pursue food service management in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Meet The Team
Get to know us
Keith J. Haywood
President & Owner
“I am proud of our legacy as it relates to growing opportunities for our associates and standing on a foundation of quality, service, and sustained growth. We are poised and prepared to stay laser-focused on the future growth of our business.”
Najla Haywood
Vice President and Director of Communications
Peter Daudu
Director of Operations
Ora Jackson
Director of Human Resources
Nina Parmley
Corporate Payroll Administrator
Halina Koziel
Accounts Payables Administrator
Bill Edwards
Controller
Emerson Haywood
Brand Retail Manager
D’Andrea Lawson
Corporate Chef
Craig Patterson
Assistant Corporate Chef
Want to join our team?
Introducing
The Young Kitchen
The Young Kitchen is a group of virtual kitchen concepts from FDY, Inc. We have several brands and menus available on your favorite delivery services. Turn a good day great with delicious dishes from our kitchen!