Yum Brands is announcing that Chris Turner, who will become chief executive officer of the company on Oct. 1, 2025, was appointed as a director of the board, effective on the same day.

“We look forward to welcoming Chris to the Board as he takes on the chief executive role and leads Yum into its next stage of growth,” said Brian Cornell, non-executive chair of the Yum Brands Board of Directors. “His appointment will further deepen collaboration between leadership and the board, ensuring Yum’s continued success.”

Turner was appointed to become Yum Brands' next CEO on June 13, 2025, succeeding David Gibbs, who, in March 2025, informed the board of directors of his intention to retire after 36 years with the Company and a successful tenure as CEO.

Turner has served as Yum Brands' chief financial officer since 2019 and expanded his role to include chief franchise officer in 2024, with responsibilities for finance, corporate strategy, supply chain, franchise standards and support.

Also, effective Oct. 1, 2025, Gibbs will no longer be a director of the board but will remain as an executive advisor to the company through 2026.

Source: Yum Brands