Yum! Brands has disclosed a series of leadership appointments to enhance its operational capabilities and support long-term value creation across its global operations.
These changes coincide with Chris Turner’s upcoming transition to CEO on 1 October 2025.
Sean Tresvant has been promoted to the position of chief consumer officer for Yum! Brands, while also retaining his role as CEO of Taco Bell.
Tresvant’s new responsibilities will involve enhancing consumer insights, promoting brand relevance and fostering innovation.
Turner stated: “Sean is a talented and visionary business leader, and Taco Bell’s consumer-centric growth is undeniable. His ability to create cultural relevance, fuel growth and connect with consumers in meaningful ways makes him the perfect leader to ensure our iconic brands win the hearts of the future consumer.”
Jim Dausch has been appointed as chief digital and technology officer and president of Byte by Yum!, succeeding Joe Park, who is leaving the company.
Turner added: “Jim is a seasoned and highly capable business leader with extensive experience in a complex, global, multi-brand franchised organisation.
“As we continue to scale Byte by Yum! and harness the power of AI, his leadership will be instrumental in elevating our digital capabilities, enabling franchisee success, and creating even more connected and personalised experiences for our consumers.”
Ranjith Roy, who joined Yum! Brands as chief strategy officer and treasurer in 2024, has been promoted to chief financial officer (CFO), succeeding Chris Turner. Roy will oversee the financial planning and performance management of Yum! Brands’ portfolio.
“Roy brings a blend of commercial acumen and strategic insight on Yum! and the restaurant industry to the CFO role,” said Turner. “He has a proven ability to navigate fast-paced and complex environments with a sharp focus on long-term value creation.”
Yum! Brands is initiating a search for a chief scale officer – a newly created position. This individual will oversee global functions such as supply chain and food safety.
Turner stated: “This new structure and industry-leading talent strengthen our ability to deliver for our stakeholders and position Yum! to grow in ways that only we can.
“With their deep expertise and innovative thinking, alongside our already strong leadership team, I am confident we will continue to build on our momentum and shape the future of Yum! together.”
“Yum! Brands announces leadership restructure ahead of CEO transition” was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand.
