Marisa Thalberg promoted to CMO at Taco Bell

Taco Bell Corp. has promoted chief brand engagement officer Marisa Thalberg to the role of chief marketing officer, the company announced Thursday.

The move comes as Chris Brandt resigned as chief brand and concept officer to pursue opportunities outside the Irvine, Calif.-based chain, the company said. Taco Bell is operated and franchised by Louisville, Ky.-based YUM Brands Inc.

Brandt stepped in to helm the marketing team in 2013 after