Chicago | July 31, 2026
Fast-food giant McDonald’s has appointed Ugwechi Amadi as Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer for its US market operations. Based at the company’s global headquarters in Chicago, she will oversee strategic planning and identify new commercial growth avenues across the McDonald’s system.
Prior to joining McDonald’s, Amadi served as Executive Vice President and Head of Strategy and Performance at LIV Golf. Announcing her appointment on LinkedIn, she expressed her commitment to driving brand performance while engaging directly with restaurant teams and consumers to shape the company’s next operational phase.
Key Executive Profile & Strategic Overview
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Appointee: Ugwechi Amadi
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New Role: Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer, US
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Company: McDonald’s Corporation (Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois)
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Previous Role: Executive Vice President & Head of Strategy and Performance, LIV Golf
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Primary Mandate: Driving long-term strategy, unlocking market growth opportunities, and enhancing cross-functional performance across US operations
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Sector: Quick Service Restaurants (QSR), Corporate Strategy & Global Retail Leadership
