McDonald's Corporation announced the election of James D. Farley, Jr., to its Board of Directors, effective February 4, 2026. Mr. Farley currently serves as President and CEO of Ford Motor Company and sits on Ford's Board of Directors, where he is guiding the company's Ford+ transformation, a strategy centered on digital innovation, customer-centric design, and operational modernization. He brings more than 30 years of experience leading complex global organizations and transforming iconic consumer brands.
He previously served as chief operating officer and president of new businesses, technology and strategy teams. Earlier in his career at Ford, Farley held leadership roles overseeing Ford Europe, Middle East, and Africa; Global Marketing, Sales & Service; the ongoing reinvention of the Lincoln brand; and Ford's operations in Canada, Mexico, and South America. Prior to Ford, he spent nearly two decades at Toyota and Lexus in brand marketing and product leadership. His election brings the Board to a total of 12 members, each contributing diverse experience and expertise that strengthen McDonald?s long-term strategic direction.
