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KFC U.S. President Catherine Tan-Gillespie's Career Path Inspired by Richard Branson

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Catherine Tan-Gillespie, the current president of KFC U.S., has charted a career path focused on embracing challenges and learning opportunities over titles or salary. Inspired by Richard Branson's innovative spirit, she aimed to be a "female Richard Branson," prioritizing roles that pushed her beyond her comfort zone. Tan-Gillespie's journey began with a dishwashing job at 13, and after earning a business degree, she moved into marketing roles at various companies before joining KFC, where she has steadily risen through the ranks. AI

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KFC U.S. President Catherine Tan-Gillespie's Career Path Inspired by Richard Branson

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Preston Fore ·

    KFC’s president started washing dishes at 13 but dreamt of being the ‘female Richard Branson’—so she quit jobs that wouldn’t embrace her personality

    KFC’s president Catherine Tan-Gillespie started her career on just £1.20/hour—and promotion after promotion led her to the top of the fried chicken chain.

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