MCD SEC filings last scanned 13 May 2026, 22:35 UTC
CEO Timeline
Chris KempczinskiCurrent
Nov 2019 — Present(6y 6mo)
Chris Kempczinski was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald's Corporation, effective November 1, 2019, succeeding Stephen Easterbrook.
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Stephen J. Easterbrook
Mar 2015 — Nov 2019(4y 8mo)
Stephen J. Easterbrook was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald's Corporation, effective March 1, 2015, succeeding Donald Thompson.
separated from officer and director positions; entered into separation agreement with severance benefits
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Donald Thompson
Jul 2012 — Mar 2015(2y 8mo)
Donald Thompson was appointed Chief Executive Officer of McDonald's Corporation, effective July 1, 2012, succeeding James A. Skinner.
planned retirement
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James A. Skinner
Nov 2004 — Jun 2012(7y 7mo)
James A. Skinner was elected Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald's Corporation in November 2004.