In a landmark evening hosted by the International Executive Council (IEC) at the Pacific Club in Newport Beach, over 150 senior executives gathered for an extraordinary conversation with Scott Boatwright, CEO of $70B market-cap Chipotle (NYSE: CMG).
Moderated by IEC Co-Founder Sinan Kanatsiz, the fireside chat traced Scott’s inspiring journey from Arby’s to the helm of one of the world’s most influential restaurant brands. The conversation covered transformational leadership, operational innovation, Chipotle’s commitment to sustainability and non-GMO ingredients, and its bold expansion into international markets—starting with Mexico.
Scott’s message on culture, mentorship, and unlocking human potential left a lasting impression. As he put it, “Leadership isn’t about control—it’s about unlocking potential at every level of the organization.”
Special thanks to IEC Co-Founder and iTrustCapital CEO Kevin Maloney for opening the evening with powerful remarks and for introducing Sloane Keane, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters, who reminded us that mentorship truly changes lives. Newport Beach Mayor Joe Stapleton also provided timely city updates, adding a civic perspective to an already dynamic evening.
Next up: A conversation with Gorkey Vemulapalli, leading technologist at City of Hope, on how they’re using innovation to treat—and vaccinate against—cancer.