Chris Kempczinski
President & CEO of McDonald's Corporation (2019–Present)
Chris Kempczinski has served as President & CEO of McDonald's Corporation for 7 years 0 months (2,567 days), holding office continuously since Nov 3, 2019. At present, Chris Kempczinski ranks as the #58 longest-serving chief executive among tracked leaders in the database.
Executive Succession & Corporate Facts
- Predecessor
- Not recorded
- Successor
- Active (Currently serving in office)
- Database Tenure Rank
- #58 Longest-Serving CEO in Database (View Full Rankings →)
- Company Founded
- May 15, 1940 (Chicago, Illinois)
- Known Aliases
- Christopher John Kempczinski
Tenure Milestones & Transition Timeline
Steve Easterbrook Terminated for Workplace Relationship; Chris Kempczinski Named CEO
McDonald's Board terminated CEO Steve Easterbrook for violating policy regarding a consensual relationship with an employee, immediately naming Chris Kempczinski CEO.
Chris Kempczinski Takes Office as President and CEO of McDonald's
Kempczinski took charge of the fast food giant, establishing ethical accountability and renewing franchisee collaboration.
McDonald's Unveils 'Accelerating the Arches' Growth Strategy
Kempczinski introduced digital and drive-thru growth pillars, creating the MyMcDonald's Rewards loyalty program and expanding delivery partnerships.
McDonald's Announces Permanent Exit from Russia After 32 Years
Kempczinski made the historic decision to sell all 850 Russian restaurants, writing down $1.4 billion following the invasion of Ukraine.
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