C. Ronald Petty, 41, has been named...

C. Ronald Petty, 41, has been named president of Burger King International, the international division of Miami-based Burger King Corp.

In April of this year, Petty was appointed executive vice president of the international division after serving as vice president and managing director of Burger King Europe, headquartered in London.

Petty will be responsible for all operational, developmental, financial and regional activities for over 400 Burger King restaurants in 25 countries.