12-12-2025 11:15pm

Warren County MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT MANAGER Receives Prestigious Global Award

Beth Callahan Editor

Story and photos courtesy of McDonalds

FRANKLIN, OH -- Isaiah Beals-Kennedy, manager of the McDonald’s restaurant at 410 S. Main St, has won a Ray Kroc Award, an accolade that recognizes the top performing McDonald’s Restaurant managers globally. Beals-Kennedy has been with McDonald’s for 7 years and currently holds the position of general manager. He was nominated for the award due to his accomplishments managing the 6810 Franklin Lebanon Road location in Franklin, Ohio. Previously, he was presented the SERVE award for his positive influence in his community and among his peers.

Established in 1999, the award is named in honor of the McDonald’s Corporation founder Ray Kroc and recognizes diligent restaurant managers – those who keep Ray Kroc’s vision alive through their leadership and the care they show to customers and crew alike.

Beals-Kennedy was one of only 420 McDonald’s Restaurant Managers from 75 markets around the world to receive the honor, which includes a cash prize, trophy, and a trip to the McDonald’s Worldwide Convention. Beals-Kennedy was presented the Ray Kroc Award during the Godlove McDonald’s organization's holiday party.

McDonald's independent franchisees and regional management nominate restaurant managers for the Ray Kroc Awards to recognize their hard work, dedication, and commitment to McDonald's and its customers. Restaurant managers play a critical role in shaping every guest’s experience and building a workplace where people feel proud to belong.

“Isaiah was nominated because of his commitment to the team, and his pride in providing an exceptional customer experience,” said Owner/Operator Eric Godlove. "He has demonstrated his leadership by showing that no matter the situation, you can overcome the past by developing a great plan, communicating a strategy, and gaining the support to achieve outstanding results.”

McDonald’s is committed to building workplaces where employees can reach their goals, whether they choose to build a career with McDonald’s or beyond. McDonalds and its local franchisees provide advancement opportunities through programs like Archways to Opportunity that support employee growth at all levels.