YUM! Brands Inc. emerged in October, 1997 from a spin off of PepsiCo as Tricon Global Restaurants Inc. One of only two Fortune 500 companies based in Louisville, KY, YUM! Brands Inc. is actually the largest restaurant company in the world in terms of systems restaurants, with over 36,000 restaurants in over 110 countries and territories. Their familiar brands, many of which we know and love, includes KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Long John Silvers, and A&W. Their corporate culture and dedication to building their brands internationally has fueled their growth in a highly competitive industry.