KFC US President Started Washing Dishes At 13, Says Success Came From Risks

Hindustan Times · business

KFC US president Catherine Tan-Gillespie, who began her career washing dishes at 13 for £1.20 an hour, attributes her success not to money or titles, but to embracing challenging opportunities. The 52-year-old credits her rise through the corporate ranks to taking risks and stepping outside her comfort zone. Inspired by Richard Branson, she aims to be a "female Richard Branson" by fostering innovation. Tan-Gillespie encourages younger generations to overcome fear and pursue growth, emphasizing that courage involves acting despite apprehension.