NEW DELHI, AUG 10:

Casual dining brand Pizza Hut has appointed Mr Sunay Bhasin as its new marketing head for the Indian subcontinent. The company said the appointment will strengthen the position of Pizza Hut as a strong affordable casual dining brand in the country.

In his new role, Mr Bhasin will be responsible for all marketing, branding and brand related public relations activities for Pizza Hut.

An IIM Calcutta alumni, Mr Bhaisn joined Pizza Hut in 2007 as a marketing manager and played a key role in establishing the brand.

Mr Sandeep Kataria, Chief Marketing Officer, Yum! Restaurants India, said, “Sunay comes with rich experience in brand, communication and innovation management. Having had an exposure in the international market, Sunay brings with him innovative ideas and strategies, which will be invaluable in strengthening our position in the Indian market. I wish him luck for his appointment and look forward to growth of the brand under his leadership.”

Mr Bhasin took charge as the Head of Marketing, on August 5. He succeeds Mr Anup Jain, who has now moved on to head marketing and food innovation for Pizza Hut, Australia.

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