Cheyenne, Wyo.-based quick-service Mexican concept, Taco John’s, announced Monday the appointment of Kevin Flaherty as chief marketing officer, replacing Barry Westrum, who left the company in August.
Flaherty previously served as senior vice president, digital marketing and off-premises at fast-casual pizza brand, MOD Pizza, and then as an interim chief marketing officer for the brand through February of this year.
“As a brand, we are at a pivotal point in our 55-year history, and we are excited for the next era of increased digitization and personalized marketing,” Heather Neary, president and CEO of Taco John’s, said in a statement. “Kevin brings to us a wealth of knowledge and experience in these critical areas, and his people-first approach will help us continue to drive our culture forward. We are all very excited for Kevin to join our team.”
Flaherty will bring his expertise in digital, off-premises channels, and technology to his new role at Taco John’s,
“Taco John's history of made-to-order food featuring fresh, craveable ingredients at an unbeatable everyday value is what excites me about the brand," Flaherty said in a statement. “I'm thrilled to join the Taco John's team and share that story with our existing guests and those we've yet to meet."
Taco John’s has nearly 350 restaurants in 22 states.
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