Our Leadership

Judd Knight is the Global Chief Digital and Technology Officer. In this role, he leads KFC’s digital, technology and data transformation, in partnership with markets and franchisees.

Prior to this role, Judd served as Chief Digital and Technology Officer for KFC Pan Europe, where he delivered growth against KFC’s digital penetration and adoption ambitions.

Judd joined KFC in 2019 as the Chief Innovation Officer in the Russia BMU, launching stores of the future, and leading the build of a proprietary KFC Commerce Platform, including Web, App, Kiosks, and tech operating model transformation.

Prior to KFC, Judd started out in financial services, consulting and venture capital, working for Accenture, Investec Bank, And Fahrenheit 212 (Capgemini), enjoyed a decade scratching the entrepreneurial itch in building 2 creative strategy firms, and started his restaurant experience in helping lead Panera Bread’s growth and innovation.

Judd holds a Bachelor of Business Science degree in Corporate Finance from the University of Cape Town and has worked in Africa, the U.S., the UK and Europe.

Outside of work, Judd enjoys traveling, art, following the Springbok Rugby team and spending time with his wife and daughter.