Sean Tresvant joined Taco Bell in January 2022 as the Global Chief Brand Officer. In February 2023, he was elevated to Global Chief Brand & Strategy Officer, and in January 2024 he will become CEO of Taco Bell, succeeding current CEO Mark King after he retires at the end of 2023. Sean currently leads a multi-functional team to fuel the cult of Taco Bell. As CEO, he will assume global responsibility for driving Taco Bell’s growth strategies, franchise operations, and overall performance. At the helm of the ever-evolving brand, Sean will also take on the position of Vice Chairman of the Taco Bell Foundation, keeping social impact at the center of the brand.
Sean Tresvant has led Taco Bell into a new age of transformative global marketing for the past two years, spearheading boundary-pushing, multi-dimensional efforts that drive culture, initiate change and create impact. He has set a powerful strategic framework that has created iconic moments within culture and driven massive awareness and buzz for the brand, most recently liberating “Taco Tuesday” – because when tacos win, we all win. Beyond that, Sean spearheaded the Mexican Pizza Return, tapping pop star Doja Cat and country music icon Dolly Parton to rally behind the movement; he empowered fan voices through the brand’s Voting program; and has found new ways to connect with audiences through programs like Drag Brunch Tour, Metaverse Weddings, as well as unique collaborations with brands like Crocs. Under Sean’s leadership, the brand was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, secured a spot as one of TIME100’s Most Influential Companies, was ranked #1 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list for the third year in a row, and most recently was recognized as Nation’s Restaurant News’ 2023 Brand Icon.
Sean Tresvant is a founding member of the Black Executive CMO Alliance (BECA), where he creates and advocates for opportunity and access for Black marketing professionals. Before his time at Taco Bell, Sean spent over 15 years at Nike working his way up from Director of Marketing for the Americas to Chief Marketing Officer for the Jordan Brand. He also spent time at Time Inc.’s Sports Illustrated brand and PepsiCo.
Born and raised in Seattle, Sean Tresvant received his MBA from Seattle University and his BA and MA in Communications from Washington State University, where he also played basketball for the Cougars. Outside of work, Sean enjoys spending time with his two children, is an avid art collector and sports enthusiast.
Sample topic; please contact The Keynote Curators for specific topic descriptions.
Sample topic; please contact The Keynote Curators for specific topic descriptions.
Sample topic; please contact The Keynote Curators for specific topic descriptions.
Sample topic; please contact The Keynote Curators for specific topic descriptions.
Authenticity drives audience trust and engagement. Learn how keynote speakers use real talk to transform events with insights from our guest Anthony Scaramucci.
Read More
Planning a logistics or supply chain leadership summit? This definitive guide to the Best Leadership Speakers for Logistics & Supply Chain Conferences covers selection criteria, vetted speaker ideas, comparison snapshots, sample agendas, buying tips, FAQs, and quick links to relevant resources on The Keynote Curators (TKC).
Read More
Planning an insurance conference or leadership summit? This definitive guide to the Best Leadership Speakers for Insurance Conferences shows what works now—selection criteria, vetted speaker ideas, comparison snapshots, sample agendas, buying tips, FAQs, and quick links to relevant resources on The Keynote Curators (TKC).
Read More
High-performing teams share the hardest 8% of conversations. Learn how connection and courage drive team success for event professionals.
Read More
Keynote speaker Magie Cook shares how shifting your mindset transforms adversity into power and turns setbacks into stepping stones for success.
Read More
Planning a bank, fintech, insurance, or wealth management event? This definitive guide to the Best Leadership Speakers for Financial Services Conferences shows you what works now: selection criteria, vetted speaker ideas, comparison snapshots, sample agendas, buying tips, FAQs, and direct links to relevant resources on The Keynote Curators (TKC).
Read More