CKE Restaurants appoints new president for international business

CKE has over 1,100 restaurants worldwide.

CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Carl’s Jr and Hardee’s, has appointed Ewan Davenport as President, International, to oversee the continued expansion and strategic development of the company’s brands in international markets.

Davenport recently served in multiple leadership roles at YUM! Brands, Pizza Hut, for more than nine years, including Managing Director for Global Franchise Markets and Managing Director for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.

During his tenure, he was instrumental in driving growth, brand presence and franchisee relations across diverse and dynamic international landscapes. His prior experience also includes significant financial and commercial leadership positions at SABMiller and Unilever

"I am incredibly excited to join the CKE team and lead the international division for such iconic brands as Carl's Jr. and Hardee's," said Ewan Davenport. "There is immense potential for growth in existing markets and opportunities to introduce our beloved burgers to new guests around the world. I look forward to working with the talented team at CKE and our dedicated franchise partners to build on the strong foundation already in place and accelerate our international strategies.

CKE Restaurants has more than 1,100 Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurants in more than 40 countries around the globe.