McDonald’s names Anne Hammer global chief communications officer

Core Insights - McDonald's has appointed Anne Hammer as VP and global chief communications officer, effective October 14, succeeding Sandy Rodriguez [1][2] - Hammer will lead the global communications strategy to enhance the brand and drive business growth through storytelling [2] - Kathy Baird has been hired as SVP and chief impact officer for McDonald's U.S.A., effective September 30, and will report to both Joe Erlinger and Jon Banner [3] Leadership Changes - Hammer joins from Manulife, where she served as global chief communications officer [3] - Baird previously led global purpose communications at Nike [4] - Recent leadership changes at McDonald's also include the hiring of Paloma Azulay as VP of global brand marketing and the exit of Pam Goldstein [4] Financial Performance - In Q2, McDonald's reported a net income of $2.25 billion, an increase from $2 billion a year earlier, with revenue rising 5% to $6.8 billion [5]