Newman Manion

Newman has significant experience in the food franchise industry, obtained over a period of more than 38 years gained over various roles with Yum! (Franchisor of KFC) since 1982. Previously, Newman served as a Board member of KFC Japan (from 2005 to 2008), General Manager of KFC operations in Australia and New Zealand (from 1995 to 2004), Development Director of PepsiCo restaurants (including KFC) in Australia (from 1990 to 1995) and General Manager of KFC New Zealand (from 1988 to 1990).

Most recently Newman was Vice-President, Operations for Yum!’s Asian franchise business (from 2004 until 2010).