Juan Carlos Loredo will become president of Pizza Hut U.S., effective June 3. In this role, Loredo will assume responsibility for driving the overall performance of the brand’s U.S. business.

Loredo most recently served as the global chief marketing officer for The Wendy’s Company. Previously, Loredo served as the vice president of account services at The Marketing Arm, a part of Omnicom Media Group, where he oversaw the agency’s multicultural practice with a focus on digital and shopper marketing strategies.

“He is adept at helping brands show up in novel and authentic ways at the right intersection of customer need and culture,” said Aaron Powell, Pizza Hut Division chief executive officer.