In a strategic move within its executive team, Church’s Texas Chicken has named Alisa Cleek as its new Chief Legal Officer, effective immediately. Her appointment was announced on January 15, 2025, marking a significant step in enhancing the legal and compliance frameworks of the organization. Cleek transitions to this role from her previous position at Hooters of America, showcasing her extensive experience in the hospitality sector.
Cleek’s legal career is characterized by her adeptness in navigating complex corporate legal landscapes, an expertise that Church’s anticipates will bolster its legal operations. She replaces a predecessor who held the CLO role for several years and will now oversee critical legal functions, manage compliance issues, and facilitate strategic legal initiatives for the church’s globally expanding operations.
This executive change is part of a broader strategic realignment within Church’s Texas Chicken’s C-suite, where Navin Sharma has also been named as Chief Marketing Officer. The dual appointments come as the company seeks to revitalize its brand presence and navigate the corporate legal challenges of an increasingly competitive industry.
For further details on the executive transition, see the official announcement from Church’s Texas Chicken here. Additionally, the initial report on this development was featured by Bloomberg, which can be accessed here.