Hartung stated, “It has truly been an honor and a privilege to serve as Chipotle’s CFO and deliver on our purpose of cultivating a better world. I have been fortunate to work for such a great brand with amazing people, and I am proud of the significant impact we have made on elevating food culture, as well as successfully driving our compelling growth strategy and unlocking considerable shareholder value over the years. I started working with Chipotle when there were less than 200 restaurants, and with over 3,500 today, I’m confident Chipotle has a long runway of profitable growth ahead led by the best team in the industry.”
Chipotle also announced that Jamie McConnell will assume
the role of chief accounting and administrative officer on Jan. 1, 2025. She currently serves as vice president, controller, with responsibility for the corporate accounting, financial reporting, tax, internal audit, accounting shared services, licensing and payroll functions. “Jamie has provided great leadership, built strong teams and has taken on increasingly challenging responsibilities since she joined Chipotle. I have complete confidence that Adam and Jamie, along with a deep bench of financial and accounting talent, will help take Chipotle to the next level in the coming years,” Hartung added.
Cracker Barrel Cracker Barrel Old Country Store selected Sarah Moore as its new chief marketing officer. Moore’s nearly 20 years of hospitality experience in marketing, brand building, and guest engagement, the company said. She joined the company after previously spearheading marketing initiatives for world-class hospitality brands such as Bellagio, ARIA and MGM Grand. “Sarah’s hospitality focused leadership and deep experience evolving brands and accelerating growth across all disciplines of marketing will help us drive our strategic transformation and brand love as we reclaim our position as an industry leader,” President and CEO Julie Felss Masino said. Moore’s background includes more than 16 years with MGM Resorts International, where she gained extensive experience in corporate marketing, development and regional operations. Most recently, she led global brand marketing strategy, integrated media, social marketing, as well as creative and content for the entire portfolio of resorts and entertainment experiences.
“As a devoted Cracker Barrel fan, I’m honored to join this iconic American brand,” Moore said. “From childhood road trips to more recent visits to our family in Kentucky, Cracker Barrel has always been a cherished tradition. I look forward to applying my decades of marketing expertise to share the brand’s warmth and genuine hospitality with consumers. As I join the team, my goal is to enhance the experience for our loyal guests while also introducing Cracker Barrel’s unique charm to new guests across the country.”
Denny’s Denny’s Inc. appointed two new executive leaders: Monigo G. Saygbay-Hallie as executive vice president, chief people officer, and Patty Trevino as senior vice president, chief brand officer.
In her new role, Saygbay-Hallie will lead people initiatives
across Denny’s and Keke’s Breakfast Café. She brings more than 20 years of restaurant and retail experience in leading teams and developing talent. Before Denny’s, Saygbay-Hallie was the chief people officer at Checkers & Rally’s Drive-In restaurants and served in human resources leadership roles at Sysco Corporation and YUM! Brands. “It is a tremendous opportunity to join a legacy brand like
Denny’s and Keke’s as a growing brand. I’m most looking forward to helping to expand and elevate the culture and benefit the brand’s people,” Saygbay-Hallie said. Trevino brings two decades of experience in the restaurant industry to the company, having most recently served as executive vice president, chief marketing officer at Red Lobster. She has also held marketing leadership roles at Carl’s, Jr., Bloomin’ Brands and Burger King. Trevino’s position focuses on Denny’s restaurants, overseeing all facets of branding including strategy, public relations, social and digital marketing, consumer experience and product innovation. “Denny’s is the iconic American restaurant brand,” Trevino said. “They are America’s diner. Being part of this stellar team, strengthening our guests’ value proposition, delivering craveable food, and enhancing brand love and affinity will be a true honor.”
GoTo Foods GoTo Foods, formerly known as Focus Brands, appointed Donna Spangler-Josephson as the new chief brand officer of Schlotzsky’s.
“Donna has had an impressive career in the restaurant industry and brings extensive knowledge of marketing and operations to the Schlotzsky’s brand,” said Shelley Harris, restaurant category president at GoTo Foods. “Her leadership will be invaluable as the brand accelerates sales growth and development expansion. With Donna at the helm, Schlotzsky’s is in great, capable hands.” As chief brand officer, Spangler-Josephson will be
responsible for providing executive-level direction while overseeing marketing and operations strategy with the goal of enhancing financial growth and franchise success for the brand.
She brings more than 20 years of restaurant leadership
to GoTo Foods. Most recently, Spangler-Josephson served as the chief marketing officer for Shipley Do-Nuts. She has also leadership roles at Fazoli’s, Corner Bakery, Wendy’s, Applebee’s and Chick-fil-A.
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