Since when has David L. Goebel been the non-executive Chairman of the Board for Jack In The Box?
Jack_In_The_Box Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
David L. Goebel Non-Executive Chairman of the Board
Mr. Goebel has been the non-executive Chairman of the Board since June 2020. Mr. Goebel has been a JIB director since December 2008. He has been a partner and Faculty Member for The ExCo Group LLC (formerly Merryck & Co. Ltd) in New York, New York, since May 2008. He has served on the board of directors of Wingstop Inc. in Dallas, Texas, since November 2017 and Murphy USA Inc. in El Dorado, Arkansas since October 2021.
Source: Item 2 — BUSINESS EXPERIENCE (FDD pages 11–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jack In The Box's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, David L. Goebel has held the position of non-executive Chairman of the Board since June 2020. He has been a director for Jack In The Box since December 2008.
In addition to his role with Jack In The Box, Mr. Goebel has been a partner and Faculty Member for The ExCo Group LLC since May 2008. He also serves on the board of directors for Wingstop Inc. since November 2017 and Murphy USA Inc. since October 2021.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the leadership and governance structure of Jack In The Box. Knowing the experience and tenure of board members like Mr. Goebel can help franchisees assess the stability and strategic direction of the company.