[1] He currently serves as a Vice Chairman of the Scottish Tartans Authority[2] and Deacon of the Incorporation of Weavers of Glasgow.

MacDonald was educated at Dardenne Preparatory School, Kilmacolm and then Keil School, Dumbarton before, at the age of 16, joining the family business Wm Houston Gentlemen’s Outfitters now known as Houston Traditional Kiltmakers in Paisley, Scotland.

Houston Kiltmakers are world-renowned as a leading authority of all Scottish highland wear and etiquette.

After entering the family business, in 1975, MacDonald built up its reputation as a leading retailer of quality menswear.

MacDonald later incorporated the uniform colours of grey, yellow and red into the Glasgow's Miles Better tartan.

His knowledge in the industry is unparalleled[citation needed]and many hold Ken as one of the leading authorities.