Oscar Pelaez

Oscar Pelaez is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in restaurant and commercial design, currently serving as Global Director of Concept Innovation and Head of Global Store Design at Pizza Hut since April 2014. Pelaez has successfully implemented strategies that resulted in significant increases in same-store sales growth and return on investment during previous tenures at Yum! Restaurants International and Starbucks Coffee Company, where leadership in design teams garnered multiple awards. With a strong background in project management and design across various firms, Pelaez has consistently demonstrated an ability to create innovative design solutions that boost customer engagement and drive profitability, complemented by a solid educational foundation in architecture, international business, and design thinking.