Taco Bell has announced several executive promotions aimed at strengthening its leadership team across brand, digital & technology, and development functions. These strategic moves come on the heels of CEO Sean Tresvant’s promotion to Chief Consumer Officer at parent company Yum Brands.
The company has announced several key executive promotions: Taylor Montgomery, formerly U.S. chief marketing officer, is now global chief brand officer and joins the Taco Bell Foundation board, overseeing global brand creative, influencer and community engagement, and brand strategy. Luis Restrepo has been promoted to U.S. chief marketing officer, focusing on market share growth and consumer connection through marketing and product innovation. Dane Mathews is Taco Bell’s new global chief digital & technology officer, responsible for improving customer and team experiences through digital solutions. Amy Ellis Durini’s role as International CMO now includes strategic responsibilities, while Julie Davis has added chief development officer of Taco Bell International to her duties as global chief legal officer and Taco Bell Foundation executive sponsor.
Taco Bell highlighted that these promotions are part of a broader effort to align leadership with the company’s evolving growth priorities, ensuring continuity and strategic focus during a period of organizational change.
These leadership changes are part of Taco Bell’s broader strategy to adapt to evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. The company continues to focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences and expanding its digital footprint to meet the demands of today’s market.
