McAloon joins the board following a career defined by guiding international brands through periods of significant transformation. Her most recent tenure included serving as Chief Administrative Officer and Interim Brand President of Del Taco, where she navigated the company through its acquisition by Jack in the Box. Her resume also features leadership roles at Café Express, CiCi's Pizza, Sbarro, and a decade-long stint at Pizza Hut, where she managed national media and marketing initiatives.

Heather Neary, President and CEO of Taco John's, noted that McAloon’s expertise in brand building and business transformation will be instrumental in shaping the company's strategic direction. For her part, McAloon emphasized the brand’s unique market position and commitment to its West-Mex identity. The company currently operates 324 locations across 21 states, with the top 25% of its freestanding drive-thru restaurants reporting an average unit volume of $1,889,495 according to its 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.