Pizza Hut Taps Wendy’s Veteran to Lead US Business as New President

Carl Loredo named president of Pizza Hut’s U.S. operations

Pizza Hut U.S. has appointed Juan Carlos “Carl” Loredo as its new president, effective June 3. Loredo previously served as chief marketing officer and global chief marketing officer at Wendy’s since 2019. In his new role, he will be responsible for driving the overall performance of the brand’s U.S. business.

Pizza Hut CEO Aaron Powell is thrilled about Loredo joining the team, highlighting his track record of positioning brands for success and delivering results in competitive markets. Loredo’s experience in helping brands connect with customers authentically is seen as a valuable asset to Pizza Hut. The team is eager to work with him to bring the brand to its next chapter of success.

During his tenure at Wendy’s, Loredo played a key role in growing the company’s digital business and launching successful marketing campaigns. He expressed his admiration for Pizza Hut’s journey from a single restaurant in Kansas to a global icon, stating that he is honored to lead Pizza Hut’s U.S. business. Loredo looks forward to working with the leadership team, franchisees, and team members to drive growth for the brand.

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