Tatiana Lambert
About Tatiana Lambert
Tatiana Lambert serves as the V.P. and U.S. Chief Development Officer at The Wendy's Company, bringing extensive experience in franchise and non-traditional development from her previous roles at KFC and Pizza Hut.
Current Role at Wendy's
Tatiana Lambert serves as the Vice President and U.S. Chief Development Officer at The Wendy's Company. She has held this position since 2024, contributing to the company's growth and development strategies in the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area. In her role, she focuses on expanding Wendy's presence and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at KFC US
Tatiana Lambert has extensive experience with KFC US, where she held several key positions. She served as the Director of National Franchise Development from 2018 to 2019 and as the Director of Franchise and Non-Traditional Development from 2019 to 2021. Her roles involved overseeing franchise operations and developing new business opportunities within the U.S. market.
Experience at Pizza Hut
Tatiana Lambert worked at Pizza Hut, where she held the position of Global Development Director at YUM! Brands from 2021 to 2024. Additionally, she served as the Interim Head of Development for Pizza Hut US from 2022 to 2024. Her responsibilities included driving global development initiatives and managing strategic growth in the U.S. market.
Development Roles in South Africa
Tatiana Lambert has significant experience in development roles in South Africa with KFC (Pty) Ltd. She worked as the Associate Director of Development from 2015 to 2016 and as a Senior Development Manager from 2013 to 2014. These positions involved overseeing development projects and expanding KFC's footprint in the African market.
Global Perspective and Skills
Tatiana Lambert has lived in 16 different countries and traveled to over 40 countries, providing her with a diverse and global perspective. She is fluent in multiple languages, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively in international settings. Lambert leverages new technologies for data analysis and insights, demonstrating her forward-thinking approach to business development.