Aaron Powell
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About Aaron Powell
Earlier roles on record: CEO at Yum Brands Inc (YUM) until September 1, 2026. Yum Brands Inc reported in an 8-K filed September 1, 2026 that Aaron Powell resigned as Chief Executive Officer of the Pizza Hut business, effective September 1, 2026. The proxy statement of Yum Brands Inc reports total compensation of $5,897,421 for Aaron Powell in fiscal 2025, including a base salary of $995,962. Disclosed compensation is on record for 4 fiscal years.
“Aaron Powell, the Chief Executive Officer of the Pizza Hut business of Yum! Brands, Inc. (the "Company"), resigned from his position as Pizza Hut CEO and all other positions with the Company effective September 1, 2026, in connection with the closing of the Pizza Hut Transaction (as defined below).”
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Affiliation history
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Start not stated–2026-09-01
Company network
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Executive compensation
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| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Yum Brands Inc (YUM) | Chief Executive Officer of Pizza Hut Division | $995,962 | $5,897,421 |
| 2024 | Yum Brands Inc (YUM) | Chief Executive Officer of Pizza Hut Division | $846,154 | $3,726,384 |
| 2023 | Yum Brands Inc (YUM) | Chief Executive Officer of Pizza Hut Division | $821,154 | $5,210,651 |
| 2022 | Yum Brands Inc (YUM) | Chief Executive Officer of Pizza Hut Division | $800,000 | $4,704,483 |
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