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McDonald's appoints new president for USA

McDonald's Corporation has announced the retirement of Jeff Stratton, McDonald's USA president, and the election of Mike Andres as his replacement.

August 22, 2014

McDonald's Corporation has announced the retirement of Jeff Stratton, 58, McDonald's USA president, and the election of Mike Andres as his replacement.

The transition will take effect Oct. 15.

"When I tapped Jeff to assume the role of McDonald's USA president nearly two years ago, I asked him to lay the foundation for future growth in the U.S. market," said McDonald's President and CEO Don Thompson in a company press release. "No one has worked more tirelessly to do that for this brand than Jeff. We are deeply grateful for his years of leadership and service, and wish him and his family all of the best."

Andres, 56, will report to Thompson and also oversee the Canadian market. He returns to McDonald's after his most recent role as CEO and chairman of Logan's Roadhouse, Inc.

Andres began his McDonald's career in the restaurant, as manager for his family-owned McDonald's in Northern California. Over the course of 30 years he held a variety of leadership positions, including roles in marketing, operations and development. He also served as regional vice president and senior vice president. From 2001 to 2007, Andres served a as president and CEO of Boston Market while it was a McDonald's subsidiary. From 2010 to 2012, Andres served as president of the Central Division in the U.S.

"I'm thrilled to be back at McDonald's," said Andres. "It's an honor to return to the industry leader as part of a talented team. Together, we'll focus on our customers as we capitalize on the opportunities in the U.S. market."