Chris Kempczinski is the CEO of McDonald's Corporation, taking the helm in November 2019 after serving as President of McDonald’s USA. His previous experience includes significant roles at Kraft Heinz, where he drove global growth initiatives. During his time at...

Chris Kempczinski is the CEO of McDonald's Corporation, taking the helm in November 2019 after serving as President of McDonald’s USA. His previous experience includes significant roles at Kraft Heinz, where he drove global growth initiatives. During his time at McDonald's, Chris has focused on aligning the company's goals with shareholder interests, emphasizing performance in areas like operating income growth and systemwide sales. In 2023, he earned a total compensation of $19 million, showing a substantial emphasis on pay for performance with a bonus that largely depended on how well the company did. Something noteworthy is that throughout his tenure, his stock options have been limited, reflecting a cautious approach to equity compensation—he had no vested stock from McDonald's in recent years. Chris is also dedicated to improving diversity and inclusion within the company, linking it to key performance metrics. You could say he’s navigating McDonald’s with a blend of strategic growth, careful management, and a commitment to long-term sustainability, all while steering one of the world’s biggest brands through a constantly changing market.