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Chipotle snags former Taco Bell exec as COO

By Lisa Jennings on May 06, 2025

Jason Kidd joins the fast-casual chain's leadership team amid other changes in the C-suite. President Jack Hartung is retiring (again), while Curt Garner and Chris Brandt expand their responsibilities.

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McDonald's, TGI Fridays and other chains make executive changes

By Restaurant Business Staff on May 02, 2025

Executive Summary: The latest leadership changes in the restaurant industry. McDonald's names a new chief people officer. TGI Fridays has a new head of international franchising.

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Mike Tattersfield's vision for Salad and Go's disruptive future

By Lisa Jennings on Apr. 30, 2025

A week in as CEO of the quick-service drive-thru salad concept, Tattersfield sees unique potential for a brand that could make healthful eating accessible, and a bit more fun.

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Perkins parent, Another Broken Egg Café and more make executive changes

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 18, 2025

Executive Summary: The latest leadership changes in the restaurant industry.

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Whataburger, Bojangles and more make leadership moves

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 04, 2025

Executive Summary: The latest executive moves in the restaurant industry.

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A&W, Slice House, 16 Handles and more make executive moves

By Restaurant Business Staff on Mar. 14, 2025

Executive Summary: The latest leadership changes in the restaurant industry.

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James Walker is named CEO of Lunchbox

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 10, 2025

The longtime industry executive is taking over for founder Nabeel Alamgir, who will become executive chairman. The online ordering company is also getting an investment from Shift4 Payments.

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