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Taco Bell Business // leadership

QSR Magazine: Taco Bell North America President Meg Farren on Growth, Innovation and What Comes Next

Publish date February 23, 2026

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In a new QSR Magazine feature, Taco Bell North America President Meg Farren reflects on her first year leading the brand, sharing how a listening tour across the system shaped her approach to leadership, culture and growth.

From operating “like an $18 billion startup” to driving 7% same-store sales growth in Q4, Meg highlights the power of franchisee partnership, relentless innovation (hello, Luxe Box and $3 Value Menu) and a culture rooted in trust, recognition, and healthy dissatisfaction with the status quo.

As Taco Bell sets its sights on $3M AUVs and 10,000 North American restaurants, Meg makes it clear: performance and culture go hand in hand.

👉Read the full interview in QSR Magazine to hear what’s next.


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