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Chipotle Appoints Ilene Eskenazi as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer and Stephanie Perdue as Interim Chief Marketing Officer

PUBLIC · CMGJan 12, 2026

Position

Chief Marketing Officer

Company

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Stephanie Perdue
Newport BeachFood and BeverageFood And BeverageHospitality

Description

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced the appointment of Ilene Eskenazi as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer, succeeding Roger Theodoredis. Additionally, Stephanie Perdue has been appointed Interim Chief Marketing Officer, taking over from Chris Brandt. These changes are effective immediately.

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Chipotle Appoints Ilene Eskenazi as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer and Stephanie Perdue as Interim Chief Marketing Officer (January 12, 2026). Chipotle Mexican Grill is based in Newport Beach, California, United States.

Who is the new Chief Marketing Officer at Chipotle Mexican Grill?
Chipotle Mexican Grill named Stephanie Perdue Chief Marketing Officer, announced January 12, 2026.
What did Chipotle Mexican Grill announce on January 12, 2026?
Chipotle Mexican Grill announced the appointment of Ilene Eskenazi as Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer, succeeding Roger Theodoredis. Additionally, Stephanie Perdue has been appointed Interim Chief Marketing Officer, taking over from Chris Brandt.
What does Chipotle Mexican Grill do?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
Where is Chipotle Mexican Grill based?
Chipotle Mexican Grill is based in Newport Beach, California, United States.
Which similar companies made leadership changes around the same time?
Del Taco (January 15, 2026), Flowers Foods (January 6, 2026), Suntory Oceania (January 22, 2026) and PepsiCo (January 26, 2026) also announced leadership changes within 45 days of Chipotle Mexican Grill.

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Company Information

Company

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Location

610 Newport Center Dr

Newport Beach, California, United States

About

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle had over 3,300 restaurants as of September 30, 2023, in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. Chipotle is ranked on the Fortune 500 and is recognized on the 2023 list for Fortune's Most Admired Companies and Time Magazine's Most Influential Companies. With over 110,000 employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices.

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