Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Brian R. Niccol |
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| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Hometown | California, United States |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 3" (192 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Hazel Green |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Spouse | Jennifer Niccol |
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| Children | 3 |
Career
| Overview | Brian Niccol has an extensive career in marketing and leadership in the fast-food industry. He began at Procter & Gamble and made significant contributions at Yum! Brands before moving to Pizza Hut. His impactful role as chief marketing officer at Taco Bell set the stage for his promotion to president and later CEO. He was instrumental in revitalizing Chipotle Mexican Grill following a crisis, leading to remarkable revenue growth and enhanced employee remuneration. Recently, he has been appointed as the incoming chairman and CEO of Starbucks, reflecting his significant influence in the industry. |
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianniccol/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Joined Procter & Gamble in 1996, where he represented ThermaCare for two years. | |
| Held the role of vice president of strategic marketing at Yum! Brands from 2005 to 2007. | |
| Played a key role in increasing sales at Pizza Hut during the Great Recession. | |
| Worked as the chief marketing officer of Pizza Hut before advancing to general manager. | |
| Became chief marketing and innovation officer at Taco Bell in October 2011. | |
| Served as the president of Taco Bell until early 2015. | |
| Took charge as CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill in 2018 and significantly improved the company's market position. | |
| Recognized in 2019 as one of The Bloomberg 50 and honored as Fortune’s Businessperson of the Year. | |
| Listed among the University of Chicago Booth School of Business’s Distinguished Alumni in 2020. | |
| In 2021, acknowledged as one of Eating Well’s American Food Heroes. | |
| Announced in August 2024 as the incoming chairman and CEO of Starbucks, with a notable salary and bonus package. |
