After 36 years of leadership, innovation and growth, David Gibbs is stepping into retirement. In a new feature, Nation’s Restaurant News reflects on his extraordinary career journey — from starting at Taco Bell in 1989 to becoming CEO of the world’s largest restaurant company.
The article highlights David’s impact on Yum!’s digital transformation, global expansion, Habit Burger acquisition and the resilient growth achieved under his leadership — even during some of the industry’s toughest years.
👉 Read the full story here to see how David’s vision and leadership helped shape Yum! into the brand powerhouse it is today.
