Jack Hartung, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Chipotle Mexican Grill, has been added to Tesla's Board of Directors.
Hartung, with extensive experience in scaling brands like Chipotle and McDonald’s, brings valuable skills in growth, supply chain management, and financial tightness to Tesla.
He will officially join the board on June 1, 2025, bringing his CFO background to the Audit Committee and choosing to forgo any compensation for his role.
Tesla's decision to add Hartung to the board is seen as an effort to introduce fresh perspectives and corporate discipline amidst slowing sales and scrutiny over Elon Musk's leadership.