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Scott Bergren

Scott Bergren (BSJ68, MSJ69) is a member of the Medill Hall of Achievement. He retired as president and chief concept officer of Pizza Hut. He served in that position from 2006 to 2014. In 2015, Bergren was appointed to the board of directors of La Quinta Holdings Inc. He also serves on the board of directors of Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. and Wawa, Inc., a privately held convenience store chain.

Earlier in his career, he served as chief marketing officer of KFC and YUM! from August 2003 to November 2006. From September 2002 until July 2003, he was the executive vice president, marketing and chief concept officer for YUM! Restaurants International, Inc. From April 2002 until September 2002, he was senior vice president New Concepts for YUM! Restaurants International, Inc. From June 1995 until 2002, he was chief executive officer of Chevys Mexican Restaurants, Inc.