McDonald's Corporation Reports Board Expansion and New Director Election
Summary
On February 4, 2026, McDonald's Corporation's Board of Directors increased its size to a total of 12 Directors and elected James D. Farley, Jr. as a new Director, both effective the same day. Mr. Farley, currently President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, brings over 30 years of experience leading complex global organizations and transforming iconic consumer brands (via Ex. 99.1 press release). He previously held leadership roles at Ford and spent nearly two decades at Toyota and Lexus.
Why It Matters
The expansion of the Board and the addition of James D. Farley, Jr., a seasoned executive with extensive experience in global leadership and brand transformation, could enhance strategic oversight and innovation for McDonald's.
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Key Quote
“(d) On February 4, 2026, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of McDonald's Corporation (the "Company") increased the size of the Company's Board to a total of 12 Directors, effective February 4, 2026.”
— From Item 5.02
Filing Details
Reported Items
Additional Information
- CIK Number
- 0000063908
- Filing Date
- Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Filing Time
- 12:00 AM UTC
- Form Type
- 8-K
- Materiality Level
- high
- Sentiment
- positive