Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) has announced that Mary Winston would be joining its Board of Directors.
The announcement comes following the departure of three directors.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on the board of such an innovative organization that is committed to being a leader in the restaurant industry and look forward to bringing valuable insights from my previous experience,” said Winston.
Winston is the Founder and President of WinsCo Enterprises, Inc., a consulting firm providing financial and board governance advisory services since 2016.
She served as interim Chief Executive Officer of Bed Bath & Beyond in 2019, and as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Family Dollar Stores, from 2012 until it was acquired by Dollar Tree in 2015.
Mary also served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of supermarket chain Giant Eagle from 2008 to 2012 and as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Scholastic Corporation from 2004 to 2007.
Gregg Engles, the founder and managing partner of Capitol Peak Partners, a capital investment company, also joined the board.
“We’ve conducted a thorough search for several months, meeting with a diverse group of candidates, in an effort to have varying perspectives represented that will help accelerate the business as well as contribute to our mission of cultivating a better world,” said Brian Niccol, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chipotle. “Mary’s and Gregg’s vast experience and contributions across industries will help Chipotle achieve its strategic objectives and position us well for future success.”
