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Taco John's new CEO is out to prove you can teach an old restaurant chain new tricks

Heather Neary, named chief executive of the fast-food Mexican chain earlier this year, wants to modernize the brand in and out of the restaurants.
Taco John's CEO Heather Neary takes a bite to lead the business in 2024. | Photos courtesy of Taco John's | Animation by Nico Heins

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