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DIG promotes Jessica Serrano, Jasmine Chiaramonte to new rolesDIG promotes Jessica Serrano, Jasmine Chiaramonte to new roles

Executives to oversee marketing and finance for fast-casual restaurant brand

Ron Ruggless, Senior Editor

June 17, 2024

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DIG promotes Jessica Serrano to chief marketing officer and Jasmine Chiaramonte to chief fiancne officer.DIG

DIG, the fast-casual restaurant brand, has promoted two executives to new roles, elevating Jessica Serrano to chief marketing officer and Jasmine Chiaramonte to chief finance officer, the company said Monday.

NDIG-CMO-Jessica-Serrano.jpgew York City-based DIG said both leaders joined the company in 2022.

“These key promotions underscore DIG’s commitment to building a business around good food and great people while continuing its mission of elevating home cooking,” the company said in a press release.

Serrano joined DIG as vice president of marketing, previously working with such brands as Burger King and Taco Bell. Serrano has led several successful campaigns at DIG, including the launch of the new crispy chicken sandwich and partnerships with JetBlue, Omsom and more.

DIG-CFO-Jasmine-Chiaromonte.jpgChiaramonte started with DIG as vice president of finance and has a diverse background spanning multiple industries, including restaurants and commercial real estate. She previously served as vice president of finance at Honeygrow. Chiaramonte has played a crucial role in DIG’s real estate selections in new markets, including the recently opened restaurant in Bethesda, Md.

“Jessica and Jasmine are moving into these critical leadership roles at a pivotal time for our company as we look to grow our brand,” said DIG CEO Tracy Kim in a statement. “Both have built a strong track record of success at DIG, and we know they will continue their focus on propelling our brand forward as we expand our menu innovation and find new ways to help teach people how to cook.”

Related:Emerging New York City brand DIG appoints Scott Nicholson as its new chief operating officer

Serrano and Chiaramonte’s promotions follow the earlier appointment of Scott Nicholson as chief operating officer for the brand.

DIG has more than 30 locations across the Northeast.

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About the Author

Ron Ruggless

Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News / Restaurant Hospitality

Ron Ruggless serves as a senior editor for Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN.com) and Restaurant Hospitality (Restaurant-Hospitality.com) online and print platforms. He joined NRN in 1992 after working 10 years in various roles at the Dallas Times Herald newspaper, including restaurant critic, assistant business editor, food editor and lifestyle editor. He also edited several printings of the Zagat Dining Guide for Dallas-Fort Worth, and his articles and photographs have appeared in Food & Wine, Food Network and Self magazines. 

Ron Ruggless’ areas of expertise include foodservice mergers, acquisitions, operations, supply chain, research and development and marketing. 

Ron Ruggless is a frequent moderator and panelist at industry events ranging from the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators (MUFSO) conference to RestaurantSpaces, the Council of Hospitality and Restaurant Trainers, the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group, local restaurant associations and the Horeca Professional Expo in Madrid, Spain.

Ron Ruggless’ experience:

Regional and Senior Editor, Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality (1992 to present)

Features Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1989-1991)

Restaurant Critic and Food Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1987-1988)

Editing Roles – Dallas Times Herald (1982-1987)

Editing Roles – Charlotte (N.C.) Observer (1980-1982)

Editing Roles – Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald (1978-1980)

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