John Schnatter - Papa John's Founder

John Schnatter is the founder of Papa John's Pizza, an American pizza delivery and carryout chain known for its slogan, "Better Ingredients, Better Pizza." He started the company in 1984 in Indiana, after selling his car to fund his first pizzeria. Under his leadership, Papa John's grew rapidly, becoming one of the largest pizza chains in the U.S. However, Schnatter faced controversy and criticism in 2017 over comments made during a conference call, which led to his stepping down as CEO. Despite these challenges, he remains a notable figure in the fast-food industry.