Red Lobster, a US-based seafood restaurant brand, has announced the appointments of Brad Hill as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Transformation, and Kristen Briede as Chief Global Development Officer according to a PR Newswire report.

Both executives will join the company's executive leadership team and report to Red Lobster Chief Executive Officer, Damola Adamolekun. The appointments represent a shift from stabilisation to a disciplined, execution-led growth phase focused on optimising the guest experience, driving operational excellence, accelerating real estate optimisation and building a stronger platform for durable growth.

Adamolekun stated that Brad and Kristen are proven, high-impact leaders. "Brad brings the operational finance leadership and transformation mindset to drive outcomes, and Kristen brings deep experience building best-in-class franchise, partnership and retail brand development engines. I'm excited to welcome them both to Red Lobster," he said.

As Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Transformation, Hill will lead Red Lobster's finance organisation, oversee planning, forecasting and stakeholder reporting, and partner with operations to drive performance excellence.

He will also lead the company's strategic real estate efforts, from negotiations through economic analysis and deal execution. Hill previously held multiple executive roles at P.F. Chang's, where he partnered finance and operations to drive sustained performance and executed major real estate initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As Chief Global Development Officer, Briede will lead Red Lobster's asset-light growth and brand development agenda, including domestic and international franchising, travel and airport formats, and strategic partnerships, retail and licensing opportunities that extend the brand beyond the dining room.

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