Brooks' service in the role as chairman of the board is anticipated to conclude on December 31, 2013. He will continue to serve on the board of directors for Southwest Airlines, Romano's Macaroni Grill, Limbs for Life Foundation and Kenny Can Foundation; and on the professional advisory board of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Roberts was named president of Chili's Grill & Bar in 2009, and has since been responsible for a dramatic re-energizing of almost every aspect of one of America's iconic restaurant brands. As president, he currently oversees all aspects of global and domestic restaurant operations, marketing, franchising, culinary and beverage, and PeopleWorks for the Chili's brand. Prior to his current role, Roberts served as Brinker's chief marketing officer since 2009 and president of the Maggiano's Little Italy brand from 2005 to 2009.