McDonald’s Japan names Thomas Ko as next president
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McDonald’s Japan has selected Thomas Ko as its next president, following the departure of former chairperson Sarah Casanova.
Ko has previously held leadership positions in the company. He joined McDonald’s in 2010 as director of consumer strategy for the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Africa regions. He then worked in senior positions at McDonald’s in South Korea and Portugal.
The new president will succeed Tamotsu Hiiro, who will become chairman of McDonald’s Japan.
Last month, former president Sarah Casanova resigned as chairperson of both the holding firm and the operating subsidiary, as she wanted to spend more time with her family.
Questions & Answers
Q.Who will Thomas Ko be replacing as president of McDonald's Japan?
Who will Thomas Ko be replacing as president of McDonald's Japan?
Thomas Ko will succeed Tamotsu Hiiro, who is moving into the role of chairman for McDonald’s Japan. This leadership change sees a new president taking the helm of the company.
Q.Where else has Thomas Ko worked within McDonald's prior to this new role?
Where else has Thomas Ko worked within McDonald's prior to this new role?
Before becoming president of McDonald's Japan, Thomas Ko held senior positions in South Korea and Portugal. He initially joined the company in 2010 as director of consumer strategy for multiple regions.
Q.What is the reason cited for Sarah Casanova's departure from her roles?
What is the reason cited for Sarah Casanova's departure from her roles?
Sarah Casanova resigned from her chairperson roles at both the holding firm and the operating subsidiary last month. She stated her desire to spend more time with her family as the reason for her departure.
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