Heather Neary
President and CEO of Taco John's
Joining Taco John’s in February 2024, Heather Neary brings over two decades of relevant experience in restaurant, brand, and franchise leadership to her role as President and CEO. Prior to Taco John’s, she served as the Brand President at KBP Brands, a large QSR Franchisee. She began her restaurant career with the international pretzel franchise, Auntie Anne’s, culminating in the role of Brand President. Neary is an active member of the International Franchise Association and serves on the Board of Directors for the National Restaurant Association. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Essential Property Realty Trust (NYSE: EPRT) and on the Board of Advisors for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Dec. 4, 2025
Building Community and Connection in Business with Heather Neary
We have access to fast transactions and endless options, but people are craving something deeper from the brands they choose. Recent workplace surveys show that most employees and customers want to feel part of a real communi...