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Tortilla Mexican GrillAnnouncement

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RNS Number : 7475E  Tortilla Mexican Grill PLC  24 October 2025

 

 

 

 

Tortilla Mexican Grill plc

("Tortilla", the "Group" or the "Company")
Chair succession

24 October 2025

 

Tortilla Mexican Grill PLC ("Tortilla" or the "Group"), the largest and most
successful fast-casual Mexican restaurant group in Europe, announce that Emma
Woods, the Group's Non-Executive Chair, has informed the Board of her decision
to step down from the role at the end of 2025.

The Board has already initiated a search for an experienced Independent Chair
to support the Group's next phase of growth, including its international
expansion plans. Emma has agreed to remain with the Group for the remainder of
this year to ensure an orderly transition.

The Board would like to thank Emma for her leadership and contribution to the
Group during her four years with the Board.

Emma Woods, Chair of Tortilla, commented:

"It has been an absolute privilege to serve as Chair of Tortilla alongside
Brandon, Andy and the rest of the Board. Over the past four years, I've loved
watching our passionate teams grow the business in the UK and take our first
steps into Europe through the conversion of Fresh Burritos stores in France.
With Tortilla now well positioned for its next phase of international growth,
this feels the right moment to hand over the burrito baton to a new Chair to
help drive the business's European and franchise ambitions."

Andy Naylor, Chief Executive Officer, commented:

"On behalf of the Company and the Board, I would like to sincerely thank Emma
for her leadership and commitment over her four-year tenure as Chair. During
this period, she has provided valuable guidance and governance oversight
through a time of significant growth for the business. The Board wishes her
every success in the future."

A further update will be provided following successful recruitment.

ENQUIRIES:

 

 Tortilla Mexican Grill PLC                                    Via Eggmedia
 Andy Naylor, Chief Executive Officer
 Richard Haley, Chief Financial Officer

 Panmure Liberum Limited (Nominated Adviser, Sole Broker)      Tel: 020 3100 2222
 Andrew Godber
 Edward Thomas
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About Tortilla Mexican Grill plc

 

Founded in 2007, Tortilla is Europe's largest fast-casual Mexican restaurant
brand. With 80 UK locations (of which 14 are franchise stores), 24 in France
(of which 11 are franchise stores) and 12 franchise stores in the Middle East,
Tortilla offers authentic California-style burritos, tacos and salads.

 

Through the acquisition of Chilango in the UK in 2022 and Fresh Burritos in
France in 2024, as well as franchise partnerships with SSP Group plc, Compass
UK & Ireland and Eathos, the brand continues to expand globally.

 

Tortilla breaks the mould of typical takeaways, combining quick service with
quality ingredients to serve affordable, made-to-order meals in under 90
seconds, in cosy environments fitting for lunch or dinner and a beer with
friends. The menu is fully customisable - there are thousands of flavour
combinations to try - with produce that's fresh, never frozen, 70% plant-based
and vegan-friendly, higher welfare meats and free from artificial flavours or
preservatives.

Emphasising sustainability, Tortilla only uses recycled and recyclable
packaging, 100% renewable electricity and sends zero waste to landfill.

Headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: MEX),
Tortilla employs over 1,200 people.

More details at tortillagroup.co.uk

 

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