CANTALUPO JAMES R

James R. Cantalupo was a longtime McDonald’s executive who served as the company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and led global operations during his tenure. He also held board seats at other public companies, including Illinois Tool Works and Sears, Roebuck & Co.^[1]

Career Background

• Long McDonald’s career advancing from controller to global operating roles and ultimately Chairman and CEO, reflecting extensive experience in restaurant operations and corporate finance.^[1]
• Served as President and Chief Executive Officer of McDonald’s International and held multiple senior leadership roles across McDonald’s global business.^[2]
• Served on the board of Illinois Tool Works, Inc., and on the board of Sears, Roebuck & Co., in addition to other public-company directorships.^[3]
• Educated in accounting; earned a degree from the University of Illinois, and began his career as a certified public accountant before joining McDonald’s.^[4]

Current Positions

• Most recent corporate leadership: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, McDonald’s Corporation (final corporate role).^[1]
• Most recent board roles included director positions at Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (ITW) and Sears, Roebuck & Co., reflecting longstanding board service.^[3]

SEC Filing Context

• Historical SEC filings for Cantalupo (Form 3/4/5 and company proxy/10-K disclosures) are available on EDGAR and document his executive appointments and beneficial-ownership disclosures.^[1]
• Public filings reflect routine insider ownership disclosures associated with his board and executive roles.^[1]