AmRest Holdings announces CEO transition for 2027

AmRest Holdings has announced a leadership transition. Current CEO Luis Comas will step down at the end of January 2027 to pursue new personal and professional plans. He will remain in his position until January 31, 2027.

María Elena Pato-Castel has been appointed as his successor and will officially take over the role on February 1, 2027. Pato-Castel brings over 30 years of experience in the consumer goods and gastronomy sectors. She previously spent nearly a decade with AmRest and has extensive experience managing Yum! Brands franchises, including KFC and Pizza Hut, in Spain and the Iberian Peninsula.

AmRest, a major multi-brand restaurant operator working in 22 countries, manages brands such as KFC, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, and Burger King. The company also noted its expansion plans for the Polish market, including the upcoming launch of Taco Bell locations later this year.