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Yum! Brands Appoints Rohan Pewekar as MD for Pizza Hut in Indian Subcontinent

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Published on September 20, 2024

Yum! Brands, the global leader in the quick-service restaurant sector, has announced the appointment of Rohan Pewekar as the Managing Director for Pizza Hut in the Indian subcontinent. In his new role, Pewekar will lead the operations of Pizza Hut across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives.

Based in Gurugram, Pewekar brings a wealth of experience to his role, having been with Pizza Hut for over four years. He previously served as the Chief Strategy and Finance Officer, where he played a pivotal role in driving the brand's rapid growth in the region. His expertise spans finance, go-to-market strategies, and channel expansion, making him well-equipped to lead Pizza Hut through its next phase of growth.

Pewekar is an alumnus of IIM Calcutta and the Wharton School, and he has nearly 15 years of experience in the B2C sectors, including roles at Samsung Electronics India and Accenture Strategy Consulting.

Commenting on his new position, Pewekar said, "The Indian Food Services industry is witnessing double-digit growth, and we are well-positioned to capitalize on this momentum." With Pizza Hut's presence of nearly 900 restaurants across 200+ cities in India, the company is set to further expand its reach through its franchise partners—Devyani International and Sapphire Foods India.

As the food services industry in India continues to grow, Pizza Hut's focus remains on expanding its footprint and enhancing its customer experience across the region under Pewekar's leadership.

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