The new titles and responsibilities start today for Bradley D. Blum, 48 and Dick Rivera, 55, exiting presidents of the Olive Garden and Red Lobster restaurant divisions. Blum and Rivera move into the newly created positions of vice chairman, reporting directly to chairman Jeo R. Lee.

Drew Madsen, 45, executive vice president/marketing, Olive Garden (488 restaurants), is Olive Garden's new president. Edna Morris, 50, executive vice president/operations, Red Lobster (663 restaurants), is Red Lobster's new president.

Clarence Otis, 45, senior vice president, is promoted to executive vice president; retains his job as chief financial officer; and takes on more responsibility in the technology sector. Linda Dimopoulos, senior vice president/chief information officer, will report to Otis.

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