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Margaret K., Manager of Operations at Taco Bell Canada, celebrates LGBTQIA+ Pride Month by sharing her 34-year journey within Yum! Brands. Starting as an assistant general manager at Pizza Hut, Margaret achieved significant sales milestones, later transitioning to KFC to manage licensed restaurants and then to Taco Bell in 2016. She now oversees field operations, ensuring brand standards and driving sales. Margaret also highlights her personal journey, from discovering her true self to battling breast cancer, and emphasizes the supportive environment at Taco Bell. Her story aims to inspire authenticity and integrity within the workplace.

Pizza Hut unveiled its new Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza and a major toppings overhaul, the biggest in over a decade. This makes Pizza Hut the first global chain to offer a tavern pizza, with four recipes: Pesto Margherita, The Ultimate, Spicy Chicken Sausage, and Double Pepperoni. The new toppings include Spicy Marinara Sauce, Pesto Sauce Swirl, Chicken Sausage, Fresh Diced Garlic, Grape Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions, Fire Roasted Peppers, and Crispy Cupped Pepperoni. The pizzas are available nationwide starting at $12, though pricing varies by location. Rachel Antalek, the new Chief Food Innovation Officer, said this innovation aligns with modern pizza trends.

KFC Global's Chief Development Officer Nivera Wallani and Chief Sustainability Officer Nira Johri emphasized the importance of cross-functional engagement for achieving sustainability goals at the Innovation Forum's Future of Food and Beverage conference. They highlighted how development, operations, HR, supply chain, and marketing teams collaborate to integrate sustainability into the business strategy, engage employees, suppliers, and franchisees, and establish cross-functional governance. More information and ESG storytelling can be found on 3blmedia.com.

The Taco Bell Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2024 Live Más Scholarship, celebrating outstanding students who embody the spirit of innovation and community service.

Axel O. from Las Vegas is attending the University of Nevada Las Vegas, continuing his mariachi music journey. Tallulah M. from Omaha, an aspiring trauma surgeon, will study pre-med at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Ritisha L. from Atlanta, a mental health advocate, is set to deepen her research at Emory University.

Gracie S. from Perris, founder of 'Girls on the Mound' and Taco Bell team member, will pursue business management and marketing. Ethan C., a film production student at Chapman University, aims to highlight diverse narratives through his work. The scholarship program provides financial support, networking platforms, and professional development resources to help these students achieve their goals.

KFC introduces new Honey BBQ Saucy Nuggets and extends popular deals starting today. The lineup features fan-favorite sauces, including Korean BBQ and Honey Sriracha. Honey BBQ, a sweet and tangy sauce, is now available for KFC Nuggets for the first time.

KFC also extends its $10 Tuesdays offer: get eight pieces of chicken for just $10. Additionally, free delivery is offered every Sunday this summer on KFC.com and the KFC app.

Other value deals include a $4.99 Meal for One and a $20 Family Meal. Customers are encouraged to join the KFC Rewards loyalty program for more deals and freebies.

Yum! Brands has published the latest installment of its #HowIGotHere series, featuring Mary Gertz, Chief Food Safety & Quality Assurance Officer. Mary's journey spans from her first job at a Mexican restaurant to her current prestigious role at Yum! Brands. She emphasized learning from failures, balancing work, and personal life, and setting non-negotiables like never missing family milestones. Influenced by her father's entrepreneurial spirit and her family's unique approach to learning from mistakes, Mary’s career includes significant roles in various companies. At Yum! Brands, she focuses on food safety and quality assurance, underscoring the importance of her work in contributing positively to people’s lives.

Emily True, a senior manager at Pizza Hut, is leading the brand's sustainability initiatives, blending her expertise in environmental science with business acumen. Her journey started along the Massachusetts coast, leading her to study environmental science at the University of Massachusetts Boston and earn a master's in environmental management from Duke University. At Pizza Hut, she has spearheaded the 'Recipe for Good' strategy, partnering with Dairy Farmers of America to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from cheese production by 10%. Emily's personal and professional commitment to sustainability includes eco-friendly practices like composting, reducing food waste, and promoting public transportation. She emphasizes the importance of integrating sustainability into the core business strategies to drive innovation, enhance brand reputation, and ensure long-term profitability.

KFC has announced its new Building Green initiative, requiring both new and existing franchisees to adopt measures aimed at reducing carbon emissions by 46%. Developed by KFC's development and sustainability teams, the initiative includes 11 mandatory practices such as optimizing exhaust hoods and food warming equipment. The global fast-food giant, with nearly 30,000 franchises worldwide and an opening rate of one new location every 3.5 hours, aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions, which are primarily from its restaurants and chicken farming. Future considerations for franchisees include the installation of EV charging stations.

Pizza Hut has announced the appointment of Kalen Thornton as Global Chief Brand Officer, effective June 10, 2024. Thornton will lead global brand strategy and marketing across 110 markets. Previously, Thornton held senior marketing roles at PepsiCo and Nike. Additionally, Melissa Friebe will become Chief Marketing Officer for Pizza Hut U.S., transitioning from Taco Bell, where she served as Chief Brand Strategy Officer. Friebe succeeds Lindsay Morgan. Pizza Hut CEO Aaron Powell expressed confidence in the new appointees' ability to drive brand growth and resonance.