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Your Board of Directors believes that the Company’s
winning performance is a direct reflection of the
strength of McDonald’s global management team, led
by Jim Skinner, Vice Chairman and CEO. Under Jim’s
leadership, the Company continues to focus on
decisions that enhance long-term profitable growth,
talent management and leadership development,
and ongoing commitment to supporting balanced,
active lifestyles. These are among the factors that
contribute to McDonald’s reputation as an admired
and respected global company. And again this year, a
variety of financial media recognized Jim’s leadership,
a tribute not only to Jim, but acknowledgment of the
good work of the entire organization.
Looking forward, we believe that the Company has a
clear strategic vision for our business. While economic
conditions throughout the world remain uncertain, the
true test of any company is how it performs in tough
times. At McDonald’s, this is demonstrated by the
Company’s ongoing levels of excellence in operations
and leadership marketing, essential qualities regard-
less of the economic climate.
In addition to overseeing McDonald’s plans and
performance, your Board of Directors is dedicated to
maintaining strong corporate governance principles
and management oversight. Our diverse team of
directors brings independent and experienced voices
to our deliberations. Together, we are committed to
ensuring that McDonald’s Corporation continues
to deliver shareholder value.
We are proud to serve you and are confident that
McDonald’s management has the dedication and
enthusiasm to continue the Company’s profitable
growth in the future.
Very truly yours,
Andy McKenna
Chairman
Dear Fellow Shareholders:
2008 was another strong year for McDonald’s Corporation.
We continue to maintain a single-minded focus on satisfying
customers within the context of our proven Plan to Win.
1. Audit Committee
2. Compensation Committee
3. Corporate Responsibility
Committee
4. Executive Committee
5. Finance Committee
6. Governance Committee
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ralph Alvarez
Susan Arnold
2, 3
Robert Eckert 2, 4, 6
Enrique Hernandez, Jr.1, 4, 6
Jeanne Jackson
5, 6
Richard Lenny
2, 5
Walter Massey
1, 3
Andrew McKenna, Chairman
4, 5, 6
Cary McMillan
1, 5
Sheila Penrose
1, 3
John Rogers, Jr.
2, 3
James Skinner 4
Roger Stone
1, 5, 6
Andy McKenna, Chairman
16 McDonald’s Corporation Annual Report 2008