Brian Niccol, who has served as Chipotle's CEO since 2018 and Chairman since 2020, will depart on August 31, 2024, to become Chairman and CEO of Starbucks. The Board has appointed Scott Boatwright, current Chief Operating Officer, as Interim CEO, effective immediately. Boatwright, who joined in 2017, has been crucial in driving operations for over 120,000 employees and 3,500 restaurants.Jack Hartung, who previously announced his retirement plans for 2025, has agreed to stay indefinitely as President of Strategy, Finance and Supply Chain to ensure a smooth transition. In his new role, he will support Boatwright while maintaining oversight of the incoming CFO Adam Rymer and Supply Chain VP Carlos Londono.Scott Maw, previously Lead Independent Director, has been named Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. The company emphasizes its robust talent planning process and strong leadership bench, with Boatwright expressing confidence in the company's five key strategies and growth plans to reach 7,000 restaurants in North America and expand internationally.

Brian Niccol, who has served as Chipotle's CEO since 2018 and Chairman since 2020, will depart on August 31, 2024, to become Chairman and CEO of Starbucks. The Board has appointed Scott Boatwright, current Chief Operating Officer, as Interim CEO, effective immediately. Boatwright, who joined in 2017, has been crucial in driving operations for over 120,000 employees and 3,500 restaurants.Jack Hartung, who previously announced his retirement plans for 2025, has agreed to stay indefinitely as President of Strategy, Finance and Supply Chain to ensure a smooth transition. In his new role, he will support Boatwright while maintaining oversight of the incoming CFO Adam Rymer and Supply Chain VP Carlos Londono.Scott Maw, previously Lead Independent Director, has been named Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. The company emphasizes its robust talent planning process and strong leadership bench, with Boatwright expressing confidence in the company's five key strategies and growth plans to reach 7,000 restaurants in North America and expand internationally.