Chipotle Soars Under CEO Niccol's Leadership, Aims to Open 285-315 New Locations in 2024
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Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol has overseen huge stock gains since taking over in 2018, with shares up over 550% during his tenure.
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Niccol aims to open 285-315 new Chipotle locations in 2024, with a goal of eventually reaching 7,000 restaurants in the U.S.
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Technology like AI and automation will play an increasing role at Chipotle, with Niccol testing innovations like avocado-peeling robots.
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Promoting from within and maintaining culture continues to be a priority for Niccol and Chipotle's leadership.
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Niccol says he still feels "young" and has a long-term vision for both growing Chipotle and seeing his kids become "brave young adults."