Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) was founded in 1993 with a single restaurant and has since grown to operate more than 1,250 restaurants. Founder Steve Ells began with the idea that food could be served fast in a way that was superior to the typical fast-food experience. Operating through a vision of “food with integrity,” Chipotle seeks to make better food using ingredients that are fresh and, where possible, sustainably grown and naturally raised. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.chipotle.com

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