Chipotle Files Proxy Statement for 2025 Shareholder Meeting

TL;DR

CMG proxy statement is out for the June 11 meeting - vote on directors & exec pay.

AI Summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. filed its definitive proxy statement (DEF 14A) on April 25, 2025, for its annual meeting on June 11, 2025. The filing outlines the company's governance, executive compensation, and proposals to be voted on by shareholders. Key items likely include the election of directors and approval of executive compensation plans.

Why It Matters

This filing provides shareholders with crucial information to make informed voting decisions on company leadership and executive pay, impacting the company's strategic direction and financial health.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — This is a routine annual filing (DEF 14A) that provides information to shareholders and does not inherently introduce new risks.

Key Numbers

• 20250425 — Filing Date (Date the DEF 14A was filed with the SEC.)
• 20250611 — Meeting Date (Date of the shareholder meeting for which the proxy statement is issued.)

Key Players & Entities

• CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL INC (company) — Registrant
• 0001140361-25-015614 (filing_id) — Accession Number
• 20250425 (date) — Filing Date
• 20250611 (date) — Meeting Date

FAQ

From the Filing

0001140361-25-015614.txt : 20250425 0001140361-25-015614.hdr.sgml : 20250425 20250425091525 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001140361-25-015614 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: DEF 14A PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 59 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20250611 FILED AS OF DATE: 20250425 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20250425 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0001058090 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: RETAIL-EATING PLACES [5812] ORGANIZATION NAME: 07 Trade & Services EIN: 841219301 FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: DEF 14A SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-32731 FILM NUMBER: 25870459 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 610 NEWPORT CENTER DR STREET 2: SUITE 1100 CITY: NEWPORT BEACH STATE: CA ZIP: 92660 BUSINESS PHONE: 949-524-4000 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 610 NEWPORT CENTER DR STREET 2: SUITE 1100 CITY: NEWPORT BEACH STATE: CA ZIP: 92660 DEF 14A 1 ny20039347x771_def14a.htm DEF 14A TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant   ☐   Check the appropriate box:   ☐     Preliminary Proxy Statement   ☐     Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒     Definitive Proxy Statement   ☐     Definitive Additional Materials   ☐     Soliciting Material Pursuant to §240.14a-12         CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL, INC. (Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)   (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)   Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box): ☒     No fee required   ☐     Fee paid previously with preliminary materials.   ☐     Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11         TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS CHIPOTLE’S FIVE KEY STRATEGIES TO WIN TODAY WHILE WE GROW OUR FUTURE 1. Running successful restaurants with a people accountable culture that provides great Food with Integrity while delivering exceptional in-restaurant and digital experiences; 2. Amplifying technology and innovation to drive growth and productivity at our restaurants, support centers and in our supply chain; 3. Making the brand visible, relevant, and loved to acquire new guests and improve overall guest engagement; 4. Sustaining world class people leadership by developing and retaining top talent at every level; and 5. Expanding access and convenience by accelerating new restaurant openings in North America and internationally.                         TABLE OF CONTENTS DEAR SHAREHOLDERS, In partnership with our executive leadership team, I have had the privilege to collaborate in shaping Chipotle’s transformational journey over the last seven years. However, for me there was no greater honor than to be selected to serve at the helm of this company during the back half of 2024. We delivered outstanding results with positive transaction growth driven by our focus on exceptional people, food and throughput in our restaurants alongside an outstanding marketing strategy. Achieving a record number of new restaurant openings and employing more than 130,000 team members enabled us to further our mission to Cultivate a Better World to more communities around the globe. Our guest-obsessed restaurant teams improved throughput and served delicious culinary to over two million customers daily. In a competitive macro environment, we maintained our strong value proposition by leaning into our real ingredients, responsible sourcing and