Michael Gonda

Chief Impact Officer, North America, McDonald's | Purpose-driven leader with a passion for building innovative strategies to evolve and advance top brands

Michael Gonda is the Senior Vice President and Chief Impact Officer for North America at McDonald's, a position he has held since April 2023. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Gonda has made significant contributions to reshaping the McDonald's brand, focusing on storytelling and social impact initiatives.1

Professional Background

Current Position: Senior Vice President, Chief Impact Officer, North America at McDonald's (April 2023 - Present).
Previous Recognition: He has received multiple awards for his work in public relations, including:
- PRWeek Global Professional of the Year (2023)
- Silver Anvil Awards for Excellence in Reputation/Brand Management and Issues Management (2013)
- PR News' People to Watch in PR (2013)
- Inclusion in PRovoke's Influence 100 for three consecutive years (2020-2022) and PRWeek's US Power List (2022, 2023) .1

Impact and Vision

Gonda is recognized for his leadership style that emphasizes listening and engagement, which has been pivotal in enhancing McDonald's community impact and brand reputation. His recent accolades highlight his influence within the industry and his commitment to social responsibility.1