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McDonald’s Canada Announces Annemarie Swijtink as New CEO, Taking Effect in September

CANADA, JUL 15 – Annemarie Swijtink will lead McDonald's Canada from Sept. 1, bringing experience as managing director of McDonald's Netherlands since 2022, the company said.

  • McDonald's Canada announced on July 15, 2025, that Annemarie Swijtink will become its new CEO and president effective September 1, 2025.
  • The leadership change follows Michèle Boudria's decision to retire after a 40-year career with McDonald's, including serving as CEO since 2022 and being the first woman in that role.
  • Since June 2022, Swijtink has led McDonald's operations in the Netherlands as managing director, bringing extensive experience that began when she joined the company at age 15 and developed her career within the brand.
  • Manu Steijaert, president of International Operated Markets, praised Swijtink's leadership saying it led to growth and called her strategic vision ideal to advance McDonald’s Canada, while recognizing Boudria's influential legacy.
  • The transition signals continuity and momentum for McDonald's Canada, leveraging Swijtink's experience to build on Boudria’s partnerships and operational culture amid the company's global strategy execution.
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McDonald’s Canada announces new CEO, taking effect in September

McDonald's Canada announces Annemarie Swijtink as its new CEO.

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McDonald's Canada announces new CEO, taking effect in September

McDonald's Canada announces Annemarie Swijtink as its new CEO. Swijtink is currently the managing director of McDonald's Netherlands and has held the position since June 2022.

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The Toronto Star broke the news in Toronto, Canada on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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