[US] Chipotle’s executive leadership change combines HR and legal departments

In the US, as part of its long-term growth strategy, the casual dining chain Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced a series of executive leadership changes, co-joining legal and HR roles and introducing interim marketing leadership, HR Grapevine reports.

Ilene Eskenazi has been appointed Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer. Ms Eskenazi previously served as Chipotle’s Chief Human Resources Officer and will be expanding her responsibilities to include oversight of the company’s legal function. 

She reportedly succeeds Roger Theodoredis, who has transitioned out of his role as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel.

Stephanie Perdue - Chipotle’s Vice President of Brand Marketing - has been named Interim Chief Marketing Officer, taking over from Chris Brandt, who has transitioned out of his role as President and Chief Brand Officer. 

The leadership changes have taken immediate effect.

Mr Theodoredis and Mr Brandt will stay with Chipotle in advisory capacities for a limited period to support the transition.

Ms Eskenazi reportedly has extensive experience across both legal and human resources leadership. Prior to joining Chipotle in 2023 as CHRO, she held combined legal and HR roles at several consumer products companies, including Petco Health and Wellness Company, Boardriders, and Red Bull North America. Her earlier career includes serving as a corporate attorney at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.

“Ilene is a valued member of our executive leadership team, and her perspective has been instrumental over the years,” CEO Scott Boatwright said. “I look forward to continuing to collaborate with Ilene and our exceptional team as we hire top talent and invest in our people to deliver on our growth strategy and take Chipotle to the next level.”

Source: HR Grapevine

(Quotes via original reporting)

In the US, as part of its long-term growth strategy, the casual dining chain Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced a series of executive leadership changes, co-joining legal and HR roles and introducing interim marketing leadership, HR Grapevine reports.

Ilene Eskenazi has been appointed Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer. Ms Eskenazi previously served as Chipotle’s Chief Human Resources Officer and will be expanding her responsibilities to include oversight of the company’s legal function. 

She reportedly succeeds Roger Theodoredis, who has transitioned out of his role as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel.

Stephanie Perdue - Chipotle’s Vice President of Brand Marketing - has been named Interim Chief Marketing Officer, taking over from Chris Brandt, who has transitioned out of his role as President and Chief Brand Officer. 

The leadership changes have taken immediate effect.

Mr Theodoredis and Mr Brandt will stay with Chipotle in advisory capacities for a limited period to support the transition.

Ms Eskenazi reportedly has extensive experience across both legal and human resources leadership. Prior to joining Chipotle in 2023 as CHRO, she held combined legal and HR roles at several consumer products companies, including Petco Health and Wellness Company, Boardriders, and Red Bull North America. Her earlier career includes serving as a corporate attorney at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.

“Ilene is a valued member of our executive leadership team, and her perspective has been instrumental over the years,” CEO Scott Boatwright said. “I look forward to continuing to collaborate with Ilene and our exceptional team as we hire top talent and invest in our people to deliver on our growth strategy and take Chipotle to the next level.”

Source: HR Grapevine

(Quotes via original reporting)