Chipotle names Ilene Eskenazi chief HR officer

Chipotle (CMG) Mexican Grill announced that Ilene Eskenazi, Chief Human Resources Officer, has been appointed Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer. Eskenazi succeeds Roger Theodoredis who has transitioned out of his role of Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel. In addition, Stephanie Perdue, Vice President of Brand Marketing, will serve as Interim Chief Marketing Officer, succeeding Chris Brandt who has transitioned out of his role of President, Chief Brand Officer. These changes are effective immediately, and Theodoredis and Brandt will remain with the company in advisory roles for a limited period to assist with the transition. The company has initiated an internal and external search to identify a new CMO with the assistance of an executive search firm.