McDonald's Appoints Skye Anderson as New President of McDonald’s USA

McDonald's Corporation announced a leadership transition for its largest market, McDonald's USA. Joseph M. Erlinger is departing from his role as President of McDonald's USA, and will be succeeded by Skye Anderson, a 26-year company veteran who most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of McDonald's USA.

Key Details

• Appointment: Skye Anderson was appointed Executive Vice President and President of McDonald’s USA, effective August 4, 2026.
• Departure: Joseph M. Erlinger provided notice of his intention to leave his role, effective August 4, 2026. He will remain in an advisory capacity until early 2027 to ensure an orderly transition.
• Strategic Context: The appointment is part of the company's plan to advance its "McDonald's > NEXT" growth strategy and strengthen its U.S. business, which includes nearly 14,000 restaurants.