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McDonald's (MCD) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 4, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). Joseph M. Erlinger departing executive vice president and McDonald’s USA president effective August 4, 2026.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Joseph M. Erlinger departing executive vice president and McDonald’s USA president effective August 4, 2026
- Advisory role through early 2027 supports leadership transition continuity
- No compensation change disclosed
Item 7.01 · Regulation FD Disclosure
- Skye Anderson appointed Executive Vice President and President of McDonald’s USA effective August 4, 2026
- Anderson brings more than 26 years of McDonald’s experience and previously served as U.S. Chief Operating Officer
- Leadership transition follows Mr. Erlinger’s departure, creating execution and succession significance for the U.S. business
- Press release issued August 4, 2026, with transition details in Exhibit 99.1
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