Chris Kempczinski
Coverage of Chris Kempczinski in the Nexus archive.
- The burger wars are heating up as McDonald's loses ground to an old rival
McDonald's reported slowing sales growth for its second quarter as diners seek value due to economic pressures. This decline is noted by analysts and seen amid a rise of rival Burger King, which has been investing heavily in revamps and value-oriented deals. The trend reflects that lower-income customers are cutting back spending during the tough background economy.
- McDonald's is rethinking its value menu. We want your take.
McDonald's is rethinking its value menu after challenges with its latest offerings and digital discounts. The company's CEO acknowledged execution issues, including difficulties rolling out an under-$3 menu and overlapping promotions, which contributed to slower US sales growth.
- McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market
McDonald’s appointed Skye Anderson as president of its U.S. business to address sluggish sales growth, which fell below expectations in Q2 despite price-reduction strategies. CEO Chris Kempczinski acknowledged execution errors, including overwhelming new product launches and unclear marketing, but maintained the strategy remains sound.
- McDonald's is facing slowing sales. Its under $3 value menu shows why
McDonald's US sales growth slowed to 0.8% in Q2 compared to 2.5% in the prior year, with CEO Chris Kempczinski attributing the decline to challenges with the new under $3 value menu and reduced digital discounts. Franchisees inconsistently implemented the menu, and the promotion-heavy quarter overwhelmed customers.
- PwC U.S. CEO advises young workers to say yes a lot, even if it means working on the weekends—‘That person climbs into the next role’
PwC U.S. CEO Paul Griggs advises young workers to say yes often and work extra hours, emphasizing initiative and curiosity for career advancement. Similar advice is echoed by McDonald's and AMD CEOs, highlighting the importance of a proactive 'yes' mindset.
- McDonald’s CEO blames mother’s etiquette training for awkward burger bite in video
McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski attributed his awkward on-camera burger bite to his mother’s etiquette advice, sparking online mockery. He later released another video eating the Big Arch burger, explaining his actions followed maternal guidance to 'not talk with your mouth full'.
- McDonald's CEO dragged again after another awkward food video: 'Nugget bite was worse'
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski faced renewed criticism after a viral video of him awkwardly reviewing the Big Arch burger sparked backlash. His subsequent interview with The Wall Street Journal and comments on his eating habits further fueled online mockery, with users calling his nugget bite 'worse than the burger one'.
- These CEOs want a starring role in our lives – and there’s not much we can do about it | Larry Ryan
The article critiques CEOs like McDonald's Chris Kempczinski for self-promotion in marketing, highlighting their increasing presence in ads despite public mockery. It references other brands like Burger King and Wendy's mimicking similar tactics, raising concerns about corporate overreach.