Yum Brands Appoints Kalen Thornton As Pizza Hut Global Chief Brand Officer and Melissa Friebe As Pizza Hut Chief Marketing Officer, U.S.

May 20, 2024•over 1 year ago

Position

Chief Marketing Officer

Company

Pizza Hut

Melissa Friebe

PlanoHospitalityFood and Beverage

Description

Yum Brands announced the appointment of Kalen Thornton as Pizza Hut global chief brand officer, recruited from PepsiCo, and Melissa Friebe as chief marketing officer for Pizza Hut, U.S., coming from Taco Bell. Thornton will lead Pizza Hut's global brand strategy and marketing in 110 markets, while Friebe will take over as the chief marketing officer for Pizza Hut in the U.S., replacing Lindsay Morgan.

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Company

Pizza Hut

Location

Plano, Texas, United States

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Pizza Hut™ is committed to breakthrough innovation and the success of our employees. From our world class operations to our passionate customer mania philosophy and an incredible franchise system, this is one great place to work! So come see what it's like to be with a global leader in the restaurant industry. You'll find a fun, fast paced and supportive culture, where all of our success comes from our belief in people, and investing in you is our top priority.

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Yum Brands Appoints Kalen Thornton As Pizza Hut Global Chief Brand Officer and Melissa Friebe As Pizza Hut Chief Marketing Officer, U.S.

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